A method of imaging a sample. A magnetic particle is positioned near a sample
to
be imaged. A strong direct current (DC) magnetic field is applied in a non-perpendicular
direction relative to the sample, and a relatively weaker radio frequency (RF)
magnetic field is applied. A plurality of polarized magnetic spins of the sample
is produced in a region near the magnetic particle, and resonance of the plurality
of magnetic spins is detected. The detected plurality of magnetic spins can be
used to provide an image of the sample.