At a first glance, the images below may look like photos, or at most, digitally enhanced images. In actual fact, what follows are hyper realistic oil paintings created by talented Belgium artist Christiane Vleugels. Her interest in art began at the very tender age of 12 - a passion that she continued to pursue well into her teen years when she later on studied Fine Arts and learned drawing and sculpting. Take a look at the incredible art she creates:
To view more of her work, take a look at her website.

















These Stunning Photographs Capture the Glory of Nature
The winners and finalists of the BigPicture Natural World Photography Competition highlight how breathtakingly gorgeous our Earth is.
16 Of Nature's Best Unintentional Works of Art
Sometimes the most moving and beautifully effortless works of art are the ones created by nature, without man's interference.
Any Animal Lover Will Appreciate These Whimsical Artworks
Artist Roberto Rizzo uses rocks as a canvas for his animal paintings - and the results are incredibly realistic works of art.
Fall in Love with these Enchanting Paintings..
Kal Gajoum specializes in oil painting and palette knife techniques. Here are his mesmerizing and magnificent paintings.
The Level of Precision In These Portraits Is Incredible!
Mostafa Khodeir needs nothing but a ballpoint pen to draw incredible hyper-realistic portraits of historical figures, athletes, and animals.
Old Cutlery Turned Into Beautiful Animal Art
Matt Wilson breathes new life into old cutlery by reimagining and molding them as live beings.
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An Amazing Violinist Plays One of Your Favorite Songs
Taylor Davis started playing the violin when she was just 8, and she hasn’t looked back since. This is her version of "My Heart Will Go On." Take a look.
The Wonders of Nature and Space Combined in Stunning Art
These realistic embroideries are like a little window into a parallel universe!
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Watch This Young Singer Completely Nail 'O Sole Mio'
Watch the young and incredibly talented Amira Willighagen performing the classic song, 'O Sole Mio' alongside the legendary Patrizio Buanne.
These Statues Are Both Very Famous & Very Mysterious
These statues are famous all over the world, but do you know the mysteries behind them? Here are 9 very famous statues and the mysteries behind them.
MUSIC BOX: These Songs Influenced Entire Generations...
Some songs just tend to stick in the collective consciousness and influence a generation, changing the world forever. Here are 10 of the most influential.
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What This Performer Does With Hoops is Astonishing
I've never seen anyone perform like that with just a hula hoop.
The 7 Best Dutch Artists You Might Not Have Heard Of
Noteworthy Dutch Painters of the Late Renaissance and Baroque
This Makeup Artist Tells Whole Stories Through Eyeshadow
Makeup artist Tal Peleg uses the eyelids as canvases and uses the unusual shape and size to her advantage - the result is detailed and vibrant artworks.
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You Have Never Heard Drums Played This Beautifully Before
Listen to these drums play in this incredible performance.
Enjoy the Works of English Landscape Artist John Constable
Enjoy these marvelous artworks of English landscape artist John Constable.
Gaudi: The Iconic Architect That Made Buildings Look Alive
Antoni Gaudi is the most famous Modernist architect. This is a story of his life and creative evolution.
10 Classical Compositions By Genius Claude Debussy
Enjoy this playlist by the famous classical composer Claude Debussy. We feature 10 of his best works and explain a little bit about each one.
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Watching These Two Dance Brings a Huge Smile to My Face
This cute senior couple, Dietmar and Nellia are just too good at swing dancing, and here they are showing us what they've got.
Let Vivaldi's Music Breathe Renaissance Beauty Over You
Vivaldi is one of the biggest names in all of musical history, and now you can hear why with this collection of 24 of his finest compositions.
18 Beautiful Mosaics Made Entirely of Pebbles
Justin Bateman recreates famous artworks like the Mona Lisa and Michelangelo's David using only colorful pebbles. Take a look.
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The Best Piano Moments From Every Epic Era of Music
The piano has been a staple in music from the time of Mozart to today, and this beautiful piece gives us a glimpse of every eras piano hits
History’s 7 Most Influential Watercolor Artists
Here, we look back at some of the most famous watercolor artists throughout history whose works continue to be influential.
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This is Cello Music Like You've Never Heard it Before
These two Croatian cellos players are taking cello playing to the next level. Don't believe us? This video is bound to change your mind.
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A Traditional Folk Dance that Uses a Special Move...
The Russian folk dance in this video, as you're about to see, cannot be performed by just anyone...
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The Skills of These Performers Will Leave You Speechless
A snippet of the Cirque du Soleil classic, Quidam, is an unforgettable performance, proving the company's acrobatics, costumes, and talent are unmatched.
Could You Believe This Art Is Carved Out of a Pumpkin?
The pumpkins are not your typical Halloween pumpkin carving.
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These Guys Have to Be the World's Best Drummers!
The Top Secret Drum Corp just has to be the best drum troupe that exists in the entire world. Watch this astounding display of precision and musical skill.
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Watch André Rieu’s Stunning Musical Moment
Watch in amazement as the legendary musician, André Rieu, performs an outstanding rendition of 'You Raise Me Up' alongside the Johann Strauss Orchestra.
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Andre Rieu Performs a Wonderfully Inspired Irish Tune
Andre Rieu plays alongside Florian Silbereisen, performing a wonderfully-inspired Irish tune.
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Pianist Tiffany Poon Playing Schumann In a Must Listen
Listen to the incredibly talented and award-winning pianist Tiffany Poon play a lovely rendition to Schumann’s Sonata No. 2
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Eden Choi's Magic Act is Hard to Believe!
Prepare to be enchanted by a display of skill and creativity that defies expectation, leaving you questioning the boundaries of magic itself!
This Is How 11 Ancient Roman Ruins Looked Like In the Past
Very little of ancient Rome remained to this day, but here is a wonderful reconstruction of some of the most famous sighs.
These Wind-Powered Moving Sculptures Are Breathtaking!
These breathtaking metal sculptures by genius artist Anthony How move with the wind
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What It Truly Means To Perform on Disney on Ice
Behind the scenes footage of Disney on Ice and the work of figure skaters
Origami Artist Creates Art Like You've Never Seen Before
This origami art by Cristian Marianciuc is unlike anything you've ever seen.
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‘My Heart Will Go On’ by This Violinist Will Amaze You!
Seeing talented children is always inspiring, and 11-year-old Karolina Protsenko is a true prodigy. Watch her perform Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On'.
Wow! You Won't Believe That These Are Actually Cakes!
Check out these 15 stunning illusion cakes, including cakes that look exactly like chess boards, hamburgers, and even an entire rack of glazed ribs!
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This Funny Short Film Shows Us How Our Bodies Work!
It showcases how our body works in a wonderful, fascinating way that is also lighthearted and fun.
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This Pianist Has the Fastest Fingers in the World...
This Chinese pianist has the hands of a musical goddess. This is definitely not one to be missed!
If You Love Reading, Then You're Certainly in For a Treat!
If you're looking for something great to read this winter, then make sure you pick up one of these fantastic novels.
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This Performer Swept the Audience Along With Her!
Singing performances are nothing new in the world of television, which is full of talent competitions that have already brought golden voices to the forefront — but chances are you’ve never seen or heard a performance quite like this one.
The Beauty of Love & Nature in William Morris’s Poetry
Few people were so talented in many different art styles and techniques as William Morris. More about his art and poetry in this article...
These Stunning Tree Carvings Are a Sight to Behold
Wood carvers and sculptors are truly gifted individuals, and this is evidenced by their amazing work at these 9 places. View their beauty for yourself.
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I Bet You've Never Seen a Child That Can Do This
Emma is only three years old and already she's on her way to greatness as a talented Gymnast.
12 Unique Artists and Their Gorgeous Creations
we'd like to show you 12 of our favorite creative artists.
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