Surrealist paintings may seem unsettling and completely irrational but the influence of this artistic movement cannot be denied. Learn more about this genre by looking at the paintings of Salvador Dalí, René Magritte and Dorothea Tanning.

Painting is known to relieve stress and improve communication skills. By giving people the ability to express their creative side, painting has shown to improve mental health in many people. It also boosts confidence and makes our mind more engaged.

American artist Daniel Arsham opts to transform everyday objects in peoples’ lives, such as a camera, basketball, or teddy bear, playing with their texture, bending their architectural shape, and challenging the expectations of his audience.

Kerry J. Marshall is an African American contemporary artist who creates colorful, vibrant works of art that draw his audience’s attention towards the richness of black culture. Marshall uses his art to challenge stereotypes and prejudices against black people.