Cyborg Creationism

Literally fusing technology into our everyday lives to become superhuman

Implications - The cyborg has been a sci-fi mainstay for some time, but advanced technology has enabled the everyman to become superhuman through bionic gadgets that blend nature with science. The art world has also picked up on the theme of man-made perfection and manifested it in photo shoots that fuse robots and humans.

Trend Themes

  1. Bionic Technology — Advancements in bionic technology enable individuals to become superhuman.
  2. Incorporating Technology Into Fashion — As technology becomes more intertwined with our culture, the fashion world can take notes from sleek technological aesthetics.
  3. Augmented Perception — Devices like cyborg contact lenses with sensors that track eye movement create new opportunities for interaction with technology.

Industry Implications

  1. Healthcare and Medical Devices — Developing and improving bionic technology can improve the lives of those with disabilities and amputations.
  2. Fashion and Wearables — Integrating sleek technological aesthetics into wearable items can offer new, unique products to the fashion industry.
  3. Entertainment and Filmmaking — Filmmakers like Robert Spence using prosthetic cameras can create new ways of filming and editing movies, enhancing the quality of filmmaking.
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6 Featured, 20 Examples:
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Featured Examples

Cyberpunk Humans
Cyberpunk Humans
‘Iron Man' Photography Showcases Tyler Riggs
New York-based photographer William Lords seems to have been inspired by Beyonce’s recent cyborg fashion accessories in his new photography work, ‘Iron Man.’ ‘Iron Man’ features model Tyler… MORE
play_circle_filledDARPA-Inspired Cyborg Bugs
DARPA-Inspired Cyborg Bugs
Dean Christ's Controversial Collection Casts Eye On Warfare
Dean Christ has created a collection of real bugs fitted with military hardware inspired by DARPA (Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency) to draw attention to the millions of dollars spent on military… MORE
Cyborg Contact Lenses
Cyborg Contact Lenses
Control Your Mouse with Your Eye Movements
This contact lens is laced with sensors that track your eyeball movement. It communicates your eyeball's tracking info to a receiver connected to your computer, like a wireless mouse. If you think about… MORE
Eye-Mounted Videocameras
Eye-Mounted Videocameras
One-Eyed Filmmaker Robert Spence Starts 'Eyeborg Project'
A Canadian filmmaker, Robert Spence, only has one eye. He lost the other one in an accident when he was a teenager. He is only 36 years old, and has been developing his creative talents in the film industry… MORE
3D Futuristic Infants
3D Futuristic Infants
‘Entertainment Ceramics 2' Look Like Stormtrooper Babies
These pieces from ceramist Shigeki Hayashi are more than a little disturbing. Entitled The Entertainment Ceramics 2, Hayashi aims to explore the Japanese obsession with youth, technology and amusement… MORE
Cyborg Cover Shots
Cyborg Cover Shots
Chris Milk Shoots Kanye West Into the Future for Complex
Photographer Chris Milk enhanced these stunning images of Kanye West with computer-generated imagery for the April/May cover of Complex Magazine. In the accompanying article, Kanye West dishes on his personal… MORE