biosurrealism

Biosurrealism is an art movement that emerged in the late 20th century, characterized by the fusion of biological and surrealist themes. Artists working within this movement often explore the boundaries between the organic and the artificial, the natural and the uncanny, creating dreamlike imagery that draws heavily from scientific concepts. Common motifs include mutated organisms, hybrid creatures, and the surreal juxtaposition of biological forms with technological elements or everyday objects.

The movement's aesthetic can be seen as a continuation and evolution of Surrealism's interest in the subconscious, the irrational, and the marvelous. However, Biosurrealism specifically engages with contemporary anxieties and fascinations surrounding genetics, biotechnology, environmentalism, and the ever-blurring lines between life and its artificial replication. The works often evoke a sense of wonder, unease, or even horror, prompting viewers to contemplate the future of life and humanity's role in shaping it.

While not a strictly defined or unified group, artists associated with Biosurrealism share a common interest in visually representing abstract biological processes and hypothetical life forms. Their techniques can range from meticulous detail to abstract expression, but the underlying goal is to tap into a primal, often unsettling, connection with the biological world as filtered through a surrealist lens. The movement invites a re-examination of what it means to be alive in an increasingly technologically mediated and scientifically explored reality.