Using an art technique called trompe l'oeil (French for “deceives the eye”), pavement and mural artists can transform a neighborhood, turning commonplace buildings and sidewalk stretches into fanciful settings, such as an enormous, interactive bowl of wontons or a walkway-bisecting gorge. But, luckily for us, it's through a picture—taken at the right angle—that a trompe l'oeil artwork truly comes to life. Below, check out photos that capture some of the most mesmerizing temporary street art. - Adriana