# Visceral Shocktography Chad Ward's Twisted Digital Apocalypse Art By Cowbag | Published 2009-03-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pain-box-digital-apocalyptic-work-of-chad-ward References: [digitalapocalypse](http://www.digitalapocalypse.com/portraits.php) Yes, it’s extreme, but I love the work of the Digital Apocalypse that is Chad Michael Ward. Sinister, sick, twisted, and messed up are words which can be used to describe his [series of portraits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-anthony-smith). These pieces lie on the borderline between [art and hardcore eroticism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/out-of-orifice). ‘Digital Apocalypse’ is truly the perfect name. This aside, there is something about the way he photographs which draws your mind away from the visceral nature of the images, allowing you to only see their [strength and beauty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-into-darkness). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 68% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Extreme Artistry:** Opportunity for artists to explore and push boundaries of traditional art forms through disturbing and provocative works. - **Blurred Boundaries:** Growing interest in art that challenges societal norms and blurs the line between art and other genres or themes. - **Visceral Aesthetic:** Demand for artwork that evokes strong emotions and creates a visceral experience for viewers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fine Arts:** Opportunities for galleries and museums to showcase provocative artwork and attract a diverse audience seeking unique experiences. - **Photography:** Potential for photographers to experiment with unconventional techniques and subject matters to create impactful visual narratives. - **Erotic Art:** Rising interest in exploring the relationship between eroticism and art, creating opportunities for artists to challenge societal taboos and redefine perceptions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Audio-Visual Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audiovisual-exhibition.md) - [Digital Archetype Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-rex-van-minnen-1.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Hyper-Realistic Flesh Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/junji-ito.md) - [Physics-Informed Digital Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-sculpture.md) - [Raunchy Anime-Inspired Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manuela-soto-sosa.md) - [Surreal Art Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-deitch-art-gallery.md) - [Dramatic Doomsday Bunker Images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alastair-philip-wiper.md) - [Digital-Themed Glitchy Visual Wallpapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glitch-wallpaper.md)