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Surrealism Today is a curated list of the best contemporary surrealism, fantastic, visionary, psychedelic, lowbrow, and strange art and artists for people who want to save the time and stress of finding the best affordable art to buy.
Surrealism Today
1M ago
Working with Draumir on the “Beautiful Creatures” video was an absolute dream. From the first time we heard the hazy, hypnotic track, we knew it called for visuals that matched its surreal, mind-bending vibe.
Beautiful Creatures by DraumirAbout Draumir
The Norwegian band Draumir is Alexandra Bråten (vocals) and Jo Frøytlog (vocals/instruments). Draumir is releasing their third album in 2024, and the single Beautiful Creatures was released on February 25th.
Draumir
In Beautiful Creatures, the listener is invited into a timeless sonic universe with noise, swarms of mandolins, drum machines and ..read more
Surrealism Today
6M ago
October 7th – 28th, 2023
We are delighted to introduce Unusual Circumstances, a distinctive solo exhibition by the talented Brooklyn-based artist, Travis Louie, [Previous Coverage here] marking his inaugural solo showcase with Harman Projects ..read more
Surrealism Today
11M ago
Dreaming Demons (Cherish your demons while you can.)
Leffe Goldstein’s ‘Dreaming Demons’ present an alternative future. The drawings depict a black and white vision of an absurd world without humans; a world where only their demons have survived.
Intrigued by places that were once full of life and loved by their inhabitants and builders, Leffe’s drawings are based on real, existing places or objects. Architecture, pieces of machinery, planes, helicopters and vehicles that were left to decay; objects that were invented and served a purpose, built with the hands of real people. In Le ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
Early Life and Career
Mariusz Lewandowski (b. 1960 – 2022) was a Polish surrealist painter who was born in 1960 in Działdowo, Poland. He created his unique pieces using oil on canvas. His artwork delves into the depths of the human mind and explores the limits of the imagination.
Early Influences and Education
Lewandowski’s interest in art began at a young age, and he was influenced by the works of surrealist masters like Salvador Dali and René Magritte. He attended the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk, where he studied under the renowned Polish artist Stefan Gierowski.
The Artist ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
Introduction:
Johfra Bosschart (1919-1998) was a Dutch painter known for his surrealist and mystical paintings that often incorporated astrological symbolism. He was born in Rotterdam, Netherlands, and studied at the Royal Academy of Art in The Hague.
Early Life
Maldoror Series
The Zodiac Series
Amsterdam 1981 and the Following Year:
Johfra Bosschart: Occult Surrealist:
Legacy
Frequently Asked Questions
In the 1950s, Bosschart became interested in astrology and began incorporating astrological symbolism into his paintings. He eventually became a prominent figure in astrological art, and h ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
Necronomicon
Introduction to H.R. Giger
Early Life and Education
The Birth of Giger’s Signature Style
The Necronomicon and the Road to Alien
The Xenomorph and Giger’s Influence on Science Fiction
Giger’s Other Film Contributions
Giger’s Art in Other Media
Album Covers and Collaborations with Musicians
Legacy and Impact
Conclusion: A Lasting Legacy
Giger’s Art Books and Publications
H.R. Giger Museum and Bar
Giger’s Impact on Modern Art and Design
In Summary: A Tribute to H.R. Giger’s Genius
Frequently Asked Questions
Introduction to H.R. Giger
The Spell II
H.R. Giger, born Hans Ruedi Giger ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
If you’re on the hunt for the best surreal art prints, we’ve compiled a list of 35 incredible pieces that will surely enthrall you. Each piece is unique and captures the essence of surrealism in its own way.
Floral Pizza
Floral Pizza by Paul Fuentes
Floral Pizza is a playful and imaginative piece that combines two seemingly unrelated subjects: flowers and pizza. The whimsical composition features a pizza adorned with blossoming flowers instead of traditional toppings, blurring the lines between the edible and the inedible. The bright colors and charming concept make it a delightful addition to ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
Artist Daniella Batsheva [previous coverage] and Susan Slaughter are teaming up for a unique exhibition at the Grade I listed historical site, The Crypt Gallery, in Central London from April 25 to April 30, and featuring live drawing demonstrations, meet and greets, Q&As and a lecture on the supernatural. Susan Slaughter (Ghost Hunters Int., Paranormal Caught on Camera) and Daniella Batsheva (Kerrang!, Paris Jackson) are hosting a pop-up exhibition called “Skirting Spectres.”
You will be captivated and transported into the supernatural world just behind the veil through Batsheva’s mysterio ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
Alejandro Jodorowsky: Surrealist Visionary
Alejandro Jodorowsky is a true surrealist icon. The Chilean-French film director, screenwriter, and author has created a world of art that is unlike anything else. His films are mind-bending, visually stunning, and often controversial. Jodorowsky’s work is not for the faint of heart; it’s challenging, strange, and sometimes downright uncomfortable. But that’s precisely what makes him a visionary.
Jodorowsky was born in Tocopilla, Chile, in 1929. He was raised in a household that valued creativity, and he began writing poetry and fiction at a young age ..read more
Surrealism Today
1y ago
Biography
Mark Hopkins was Born in Poughkeepsie, in New York State. He attended St. Olaf College in Minnesota where he received a degree in fine art in 1981. In the following years he lived in Minneapolis where he painted scenery for theater and opera and freelanced as a muralist, portraitist, and interior designer. In 1987 he moved to Chiang Mai, Thailand. He taught English at Chiang Mai University for a year until he started a cabaret business called The Six-Pole House where contemporary artists, poets, and musicians exhibited their talents. At the same time he maintained an art studio in th ..read more