Level A1 – BeginnerCEFR A1
2 min
75 words
- Marc Dennis is an American painter and artist.
- He was born in 1974 in Danvers.
- He paints in careful, detailed oil style.
- He looks to Old Masters like Caravaggio.
- He adds animals, flowers, and small jokes.
- He studied art at Temple and Texas.
- He made a series about Hasidic figures.
- A critic said the figures look to the future.
- He has shows scheduled in 2025 and 2026.
- He lives in Manhattan and works in Montclair.
Difficult words
- painter — a person who creates pictures with paint.
- art — the creation of beautiful or interesting things.
- nature — the world of plants and animals.
- humor — the quality of being funny or amusing.
- irony — a situation that is strange or funny because things happen opposite of what is expected.
- painting — a picture made with paint.paintings
- mixes — to combine two or more things together.
Tip: hover, focus or tap highlighted words in the article to see quick definitions while you read or listen.
Discussion questions
- What do you find interesting about hyperrealistic paintings?
- How does humor play a role in art?
- Why might artists mix classic and modern styles?
Related articles
30 Dec 2025
Caribbean year of tensions, culture and climate
The Caribbean saw political tensions between the United States and Venezuela, major cultural wins and environmental challenges. Hurricanes and renewable energy plans shaped the year, while sport successes and political debates marked regional headlines.
18 Dec 2025
15 Dec 2025
14 Mar 2025
28 Sept 2025
Zenica School of Comics: Art and Education for Children
The Zenica School of Comics began during the 1992–95 war and has taught around 200 young artists. The school still runs, faces changes from tablets and AI, and the regional comics scene survives through festivals and cooperation.