Pragati Surana, Switzerland

Realism and Hyperrealism

Dr. Pragati Surana is a distinguished Indian artist residing in Zürich, celebrated for her mastery in hyperrealism, photorealism, realism, and pop art.​

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Renowned for her emotionally resonant hyperreal portraits and striking pop art pieces, Dr. Surana has showcased her work across prestigious venues in Switzerland, Spain, USA, Italy, Germany, and India. A devoted art collector and esteemed juror for international competitions, she now crafts her creations from her charming boutique gallery in Zürich, where precision harmonizes with playful creativity in every artwork.

Cécile Carrega, France

Realism and Hyperrealism

Cécile is a passionate artist who creates hyperreal animal sketches using soft pastels. By striving to capture every detail, every shadow and every nuance of the subjects while adding a touch of magic, her goal is to convey a genuine emotion through her works.

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She works extensively on commission, but also creates portraits intended for exhibition. She has received numerous awards. Each portrait is a new challenge in achieving realism, for which the hours of work are nothing but pleasure and a passion for her subjects.​

José Héctor Alvarenga Alvarenga, El Salvador

Realism 

José has a unique transcontinental perspective from El Salvador and US and brings pieces defined by a deep reverence for Classical Realism and the intricate art of trompe l'oeil. His works honours traditional crafstmanship through a modern, inquisitive lens. ​

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In his works, the quietude of the still life is infused with visual wit and nostalgic resonance. Each composition is an exercise in deceptive precision - where antique curious, vintage toys and historical artefacts are rendered with clarity that challenges the boundaries between canvas and the physical world.

Cesare Pinotti, Italy

Realism and Hyperrealism

Cesare Pinotti is an award-winning artist from Italy with works spanning realism and hyper-realism. He brings rigour, details and precision in his figurative artworks drawing strong influences from Gaetano Chierici. While his artistic style remaining rooted in the virtuoso classicism of nineteenth-century painting, it also reflects a modern twist in his expressions.

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His works canter on the human figure, exploring both its outward representation and inner emotional depth, with compositions marked by compositional balance and emotive undertones. The creations invite the viewer to delve in his astounding creativity.

Dominique Hoffer, Switzerland

Surrealism

Dominique Hoffer is a Swiss-based artist whose unique journey from professional pilot to painter informs her striking visual narratives since1988

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Her paintings marry technical precision with poetic detours into the surreal—each composition marked by layered glazes, rich colour transitions and the extension of imagery beyond the expected confines of canvas. Hoffer draws the viewer in with “improbable situations treated realistically,” creating scenes where the ordinary is subtly twisted into the extraordinary.

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Anastasiya Kostyuk, Switzerland

Realism

Anastasiya Kostyuk is a Belarus-born artist now based in Sweden whose classical training and international perspective shape a distinctive visual language. Having completed an art-school education in her homeland, she now explores oil painting with a refined realism that invites deeper reflection.

In her work, the human form, still-life and narrative scenes unfold with a dual allegiance to technical precision and poetic resonance. Cortex and surface merge: each canvas balances compositional control with expressive tension, rooted in tradition yet embracing the fluidity of contemporary experience. 

Patrick Egger, Switzerland

Realism and Hyperrealism

Patrick Egger is an award-winning contemporary Swiss artist known for his deep understanding of contrasting atmospheres. He skilfully combines the tranquillity of mountain landscapes with the ruggedness of alpine terrain. His work bridges abstraction and emotional storytelling, often reflecting the dynamic interplay between structure and spontaneity

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​He works primarily with acrylic on large-scale canvases, allowing freedom of gesture and depth. His pieces have been exhibited across Europe and are held in both private and institutional collections.