Omar Chaouki

Khalid Zarkal is a Moroccan painter known for his deep, dreamlike art that blends surrealism and metaphysical themes. In a country where this style of painting has almost disappeared, Zarkal stands out as one of the last voices keeping it alive.
His paintings feel like poetry on canvas. Eyes watching from the sky, trees growing from human forms, people walking through mysterious villages. Every brushstroke invites the viewer to slow down, feel, and think. Zarkal doesn’t just paint what we see. He paints what we feel deep inside but can't always explain.
Using bold colors and symbolic shapes, he explores ideas like life, death, memory, and the soul. His work is often filled with silence and emotion, giving space for the viewer to create their meaning.
Zarkal’s art isn’t about following trends. It is about staying true to a vision, one rooted in mystery, spirit, and inner truth. While many artists moved away from surrealism and metaphysics, Zarkal made it his home. Through his work, he keeps this forgotten path not just alive but full of new life.