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Digital Surrealism

Photoshop has turned digital artists into modern Salvador Dalís

Implications - Modern surrealism is an art form accessible to many as its canvases, brushes and paint are all found within Photoshop, and its art lessons readily available for free through websites and online videos. Just as with traditional surrealism, digital surrealism is full of unexpected juxtapositions.
Trend Themes
1. Digital Surrealism - The accessibility of modern surrealism through digital media creates opportunities for businesses to evoke raw emotions through their products.
2. Photo Manipulation - Corporations and brands can capitalize on hipster subculture by investing in advertising partnerships that allow for maximum revenue stream utilization.
3. Shocking Consumers - Shock value is a highly effective way to grab consumer attention and leave a memorable impression, making it important for companies to consider in their advertising strategies.
Industry Implications
1. Digital Media - The accessibility of modern surrealism through digital media creates innovative opportunities for artists and businesses alike.
2. Advertising - Investing in advertising partnerships with subcultures and utilizing shock value can lead to increased revenue streams for corporations and brands.
3. Fashion and Art - Experimenting with surreal and shocking elements allows for disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion and art industries.
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Featured Examples

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Magical Photography
Lado Alexi's Skilled and Fascinating Photo Manipulation
It seems as though Lado Alexi is a magician when it comes to his photography. By capturing these magical acts, it insures that they will forever remain awe-inspiring. Highly imaginative, Lado Alexi is… MORE
play_circle_filled Sizzling Photo Manipulations
Sizzling Photo Manipulations
Jean Yves Lemoigne's Artwork Will Make You Sweat
If you haven’t had the pleasure of experiencing the awesomness of Jean Yves Lemoigne Photography, then please feel free to indulge yourself with this gallery of sizzling digitally manipulated photos. Lemoigne’s… MORE
Funny Photo Manipulations
Funny Photo Manipulations
Bizarre Hybrid Animal Images by HumanDescent
I’m loving the crazy photo manipulation work of HumanDescent, who cleverly morphs different species of animals together to create these humorous hybrids. My favorites from HumanDescent's designs include… MORE
Surreal Photo Manipulation
Surreal Photo Manipulation
Josh Sommers' Awesome Digital Artwork
Some mainstream uses of photo manipulation are entertaining, shocking and thought provoking. There is no doubt that these amazing surreal creations fit the bill. These dreamlike images are part of a collection… MORE
Clever Photo Manipulations
Clever Photo Manipulations
These Ray Massey Photography Creations are Impossibly Genius
In the world of photographic manipulation, Ray Massey is a true artist. This collection of engaging images from Ray Massey Photography depict the everyday with a splendid twist of the impossible. Massey… MORE
Horrifying Digital Manipulation
Horrifying Digital Manipulation
Deviant Art by Saber Core23 is Super Scary
Abstract and conceptual are just a few categories Indonesian designer Saber Core23 defines himself as. His dark and surreal digital manipulation artwork uses somewhat graphic and disturbing images to create… MORE
Storytelling Digital Art
Storytelling Digital Art
Merel Brugman's Image Manipulation is More Than Meets the Eye
Merel Brugman's 'Body Language' shoot is a digital wonderland of image manipulation. With admirable expertise and a cheeky sense of humor, Brugman turns these provocative images into a silent story. Whether… MORE
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Faux Skinless Faces
Photo Manipulations by Alberto Seveso Show Tattoo Fakery
Alberto Seveso is an Italian graphic artist who specializes in photo illustration and digital photography, and at first glance, these photos may seem to show intricate facial tattoos. Check out the photos… MORE
Angry Manga Manipulations
Angry Manga Manipulations
Shohei Otomo Adds Intense Ferocity to Cheery Comic Characters
Shohei Otomo has made the world of comics a little less funny, and a little more badass. The illustrations by the Japanese artist feature somewhat classic manga drawings, but with an angry twist. The… MORE
Medusa Manipulations
Medusa Manipulations
Nela Dunato Creates Mezmorizing Macabre Art
Nela Dunato has created a series of somber stills which portray a dark sense of wonderment. Featuring a bottled fairy and an electric Medusa, the work featured by Nela Dunato is more like a clinic for… MORE
Surreal Retouched Art
Surreal Retouched Art
Chrisophe Huet is a Master of Image Manipulation
Touching up is an art form, and many hail French toucher-upper Christophe Huet as a god of photo retouching. It is a fair bet you would have seen some of his work for global brands such as Playstation,… MORE
Artsy Magazine Manipulation
Artsy Magazine Manipulation
Danny Sangra Doodles Over Retro Adult Editorial Images
Illustrator Danny Sangra has a penchant for doodling. In his latest exhibition ‘Season of the Witch,’ the artist took vintage Playboy pictures and manipulated them into humorous reinventions. The… MORE

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