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Though the scenery and painting medium have transitioned, with oil paint now being the preferred medium, the aura of surrealism remains intact. The distortions have subtly evolved, but their essential nature remains unchanged. Englander embarked on this artistic journey in his Brooklyn studio, conjuring the image of an idyllic island retreat of vast proportions. He thematically aligned his work with Hockney's renowned LA paintings, offering a creative outlet for his escapist yearnings and projections of an unblemished paradise. Initially, the surreal rock formations and the mesmerizing …