The Art of Magic Realism

Magic realism is a genre of art in which magical elements blend to create a realistic atmosphere that reaches a deeper understanding of reality. The story explains these magical elements as normal occurrences, presented in a straightforward manner that places the 'real' and the 'fantastic' in the same stream of thought. It was also described as 'something that happens when a highly detailed, realistic setting is invaded by something 'too strange to believe.'

In one of Mark's recent works, the first of his series is just a sample of some of his artworks injected with magic realism. Shown here is his self-portrait being depicted as one who transforms into a frog, thus, a picture of a modern-day frog prince.

21 in. x 27 in., 2010