insex

Insex refers to a fictional insectoid species created by artist and writer Simon Hanselmann. These creatures are often depicted as small, grotesque, and possessing a combination of insect-like and human-like features. They inhabit the dark, often surreal, and bleak worlds that Hanselmann creates in his comics and zines. The insex are typically portrayed as embodying primal urges and a sense of desperation, existing in a state of constant struggle and decay.

Hanselmann's use of the insex often serves as a metaphor for various aspects of the human condition, including alienation, addiction, and the darker side of desire. Their appearance is usually unsettling, characterized by multiple limbs, compound eyes, and chitinous exoskeletons, all rendered with a raw and visceral artistic style. Despite their disturbing nature, they are a recurring element in Hanselmann's narrative universe, contributing to the overall atmosphere of unease and existential dread that defines his work. The insex are not typically given individual personalities or complex backstories, instead serving as a collective representation of the grim realities and anxieties explored in Hanselmann's art.