Michael Sowa
1945 · German · 30 artworks
SurrealismDetailed realismJuxtaposition of unexpected elementsSubtle humorAnimal anthropomorphismOil painting
artist bio
Michael Sowa is a contemporary German artist known for his whimsical and surreal paintings, often featuring animals in human-like situations. His work blends meticulous realism with absurd and humorous scenarios, creating a unique and captivating visual world.
what you'll learn
Studying Sowa's art allows students to explore the use of detail and realism to create surreal and humorous effects. Students can learn about visual storytelling and how to combine disparate elements to create a cohesive and engaging narrative.
related: Rene Magritte, Leonora Carrington
30 artworks
The Outing (detail)
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The Nibelungs. There goes another Legend
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Happy Easter
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The Bear
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Haunted City
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Rabbit on a Train (detail)
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Pink Flamingos
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The Great Spring Tide of 1858
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Greetings From Berlin
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Moving House
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February
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Sharks of Suburbia
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Man, Table, Fish
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Sheep with Laptops
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Woman with Moth
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Ark
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Sailor's Lot (detail)
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The Rooster Goes on a Trip
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Portrait of a Singer
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On The Road
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Friends
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Instant Relief Therapy
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Quiet Days
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The Last Hours of Pompei
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Their Master's Voice
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The Passage
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The Visit
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The Broken Paw
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Untitled
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Giraffe
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