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FANTASY REALISM
[ CORONAVIRUS ]
Fantasy realism is a genre of contemporary arts that combines both insecure and distant. His use of light, shadows, and vibrant
elements of fantasy with elements of realism. The aim of this colors give his works an otherworldly quality, creating a sense of
genre is to create a story that is grounded in a realistic world, but mystery and magic. His works often reflect on the fragility of the
contains elements of fantasy. This can include mythical creatures natural world, and its importance to us as individuals.
and supernatural elements. The focus of fantasy realism is to Paul Ygartua’s fantasy realism works, like his science fiction
create a believable story that blends both the fantastical and the paintings, often feature highly detailed landscapes, populated
mundane in a way that feels authentic and believable. with fantastical creatures. His work has a strong sense of
Ygartua’s Coronavirus series is often populated with creatures, atmosphere and mood, often conveying a sense of mystery or
such as dragons and virus-unicorns. His paintings often feature a tension. His work often draws inspiration from present and past
dreamlike quality, with the creatures inhabiting a world that feels events often incorporating a mix of realism and surrealism.*
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