Surreal paintings by Rob Gonsalves

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In summary, Rob Gonsalves' paintings are known for their surrealist style that combines realistic and dreamlike elements. He creates his paintings using a technique called "magic realism" and precise perspective. His inspiration comes from his childhood fascination with optical illusions and artists such as M.C. Escher and Salvador Dali. Some recurring themes in his paintings include time, reality versus imagination, and the power of the human mind. His work challenges the viewer's perception by incorporating optical illusions and multiple perspectives.
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I like his creativity. I've posted about him before in "Random Thoughts", and here is a page with many examples:
The[/PLAIN] [Broken] Artist Who Deceives Your Eyes (Bright Side)

An example with Einstein, "Chalkboard Universe":
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Bit of Escher... bit of Magritte...
 
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http://static.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uuuploads/anamorphic-3d-drawings-ramon-bruin-1.jpg [Broken]Another example, "Lego World":[PLAIN]http://static.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uuuploads/anamorphic-3d-drawings-ramon-bruin-10.jpg [Broken]
 

What is the style of Rob Gonsalves' paintings?

Rob Gonsalves' paintings are known for their surrealist style, which combines realistic elements with dreamlike and impossible elements.

How does Rob Gonsalves create his paintings?

Rob Gonsalves uses a technique called "magic realism" in which he seamlessly blends multiple images together to create a surreal and dreamlike scene. He also uses precise perspective and meticulous detail in his paintings.

What is the inspiration behind Rob Gonsalves' paintings?

Rob Gonsalves' inspiration comes from his childhood fascination with optical illusions and magic tricks. He also draws inspiration from artists such as M.C. Escher and Salvador Dali.

Are there any recurring themes in Rob Gonsalves' paintings?

Some recurring themes in Rob Gonsalves' paintings include the concept of time and its fluidity, the relationship between reality and imagination, and the power of the human mind to create and perceive alternate realities.

How does Rob Gonsalves' work challenge the viewer's perception?

Rob Gonsalves' paintings challenge the viewer's perception by incorporating optical illusions and impossible scenes, forcing them to question what is real and what is not. His use of multiple perspectives also adds to the disorienting and surreal effect of his paintings.

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