# Surreal Disintegrating Face Sculptures The 'Bleeding' Sculpture is a Demonic Expression of Fear By Akihiko Tse | Published 2013-10-31 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bleeding References: [mymodernmet](http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/guy-olivier-deveau-bleeding) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/godeveau) Like disappearing into the netherworld, Guy-Olivier Deveau's 'Bleeding' [face sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness) is a haunting image of a face being melted. The Quebec City-based artist created the piece as part of the Sandcastle Days 2013 exhibit, and features a bald man's head facing sideways, with half his face slowly getting sucked into the sand. Almost as if screaming from agony -- with his one remaining eye facing up and his mouth gaped open -- the giant, bald slumbering head expresses a [surreal discomfort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery). Deveau's 'Bleeding' sculpture was exhibited in South Padre Island, Texas, and gave visitors a distinctly unusual spectacle to behold. Deveau has previously [worked with ice, snow and wood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hughmanity) before, but prefers using sand because of the intricate detail and sharp edges that can be created. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Surreal Face Sculptures:** Artists can explore new ways to depict melting, disintegrating faces through different mediums. - **Haunting Art Installations:** Installation artists can create experiences that challenge our perceptions and evoke emotions of discomfort and fear. - **Detailed Sand Art:** Artists can push the boundaries of sand art and utilize its unique strengths to create intricate and detailed designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art:** Artists can experiment with new forms of expression and create unique pieces that challenge traditional notions of art. - **Tourism:** Art installations can be an attraction for tourists looking for unconventional experiences that leave a lasting impression. - **Events:** Art installations can serve as a draw for events and festivals, creating unique and memorable experiences for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artful Anime-Blending Split Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/split-bust.md) - [Surreal Love-Themed Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joakim-ojanen.md) - [Human Torso-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lene-bdker.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Eroding Sculpture NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eroding-and-reforming-digital-car.md) - [Mesmerizing Sand Pattern Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-sandsara.md) - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md)