Nearly every art student groans at the mention of still life painting. It’s often seen as a tedious exercise reserved for hyperrealists – or for those who’ve supposedly run out of ideas.

Self-taught wildlife artist Deeksha Chauhan creates stunning hyper-realistic art that supports animal conservation across ...

And this one isn't either. They're actually oil paintings that are so incredibly detailed that they look real. Hyper-realism is a relatively new art form dating back to the early '70s.

What's the point of making realistic paintings when photography can do the trick?

Hajime Sorayama was born in 1947 in Imabari, Japan, and is best known for his futuristic and hyper-realistic works that blend traditional Japanese art with Western aesthetic. View Hajime Sorayama’s ...

She knows what she is doing. There is a hidden power in all of this hyper-realism. Sarah McKenzie, through her paintings, and Ann Kaye, through her drawings, understand and harness it to great effect.

Art & Design Bisa Butler's Quilts Feature Designs So Realistic That They're Compared To Paintings August 10, 20215:03 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition Cheryl Corley ...