Artby Rene Fantasies of the Mind Collection

Fantasies of the Mind

A collection of paintings that delve deep into the mind and imagination that is characterized by the disposition of mystic, supernatural and speculative themes that exist outside of objective reality.  While the subject matter appears to be impossible, these paintings are often rendered using academic or representational realism.  This anchors the artwork in a tangible environment, making the unbelievable feel believable and suspending the viewer’s disbelief.  These artworks represent a broad visual style that brings imaginary worlds to life, pulling inspiration from mythology, folklore and speculative fiction.

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Artby Rene

Mind Storm

Mind Storm

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Subject Matter

  • Surrealist Depiction of Emotional Distress

Details

  • Original acrylic on canvas painting created during April 2026 in Niagara-on-the-Lake studio
  • 3/4“(1.9 cm) profile premium stretched 100% natural cotton canvas; ready to hang; sides painted; double primed and back stapled
  • 18 x 24 inches
  • Unframed

Suggested Framing

  • Unframed (sides painted) or open framed in wood, composite or metal
  • Please note that this is an acrylic painting on canvas and has been sealed in a gloss varnish so the artwork should not go directly up against glass

Authenticity

  • Artwork is hand signed by the artist - front as Rene/back in full  as R. Neil Chartrand

Behind the Canvas Insight

  • Images and Billboard: "The Silent Patient" Synopsis and Novel to Stage Series Adaptation (see below for more on 'Behind the Canvas Insights' for this painting)
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Artist Insights

Behind the Canvas

Behind the Canvas Insights represent a bonus feature associated with each painting by the artist Rene. These insights consist of a series of narratives and/or images that reflect the frame of mind of the artist as he was in the process of creating a particular painting. Generally, every “Behind the Canvas Insight” is unique to each painting. In a few instances, a partial insight is shared with a select grouping of paintings that have a common relationship. Learn More