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Photorealistic Sculptures

Jamie Salmon Creates Frighteningly Life-Like Art

— November 20, 2009 — Unique
Canadian artists Jamie Salmon creates some truly photorealistic sculptures that will have you double-taking his creations to make sure they didn't blink.

The Vancouver-based artist uses real human tresses on all of his photorealistic sculptures which add an extra eerily realistic touch.

Jamie Salmon is also a member of Avatar Sculpture Works alongside artist Jackie K who use a "complex, multi-stage process to create each piece that can take weeks to months to acheive the realistic details that he is known for."

Take a look at the gallery above to marvel at some faces that are alarmingly human.
Trend Themes
1. Photorealistic Sculptures - The trend of creating photorealistic sculptures offers opportunities for artists to push the boundaries of realism and bring in a new level of awe-inspiring art.
2. Realistic Details - The trend of focusing on realistic details in sculptures opens up possibilities for artists to showcase their skills in capturing human expressions and features with incredible precision.
3. Use of Human Hair - The trend of using real human hair in sculptures creates a sense of authenticity and adds an extra layer of lifelike quality to the artwork, presenting opportunities for artists to experiment with texture and enhance the overall realistic effect.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - The fine arts industry can benefit from the trend of photorealistic sculptures as it allows artists to explore new techniques and create visually captivating and emotionally impactful artworks.
2. Art Galleries - Art galleries can embrace the trend of exhibiting photorealistic sculptures to attract and engage audiences, providing a unique and immersive art experience that blurs the line between reality and art.
3. Sculpture Education - The sculpture education industry can seize the trend of realistic details and photorealistic sculptures to teach aspiring artists about the intricacies of human anatomy and honing their craftsmanship in achieving lifelike representations.
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