There are many things that make an image appealing. Angles, the target, the background, lighting, clarity, scenario, etc. One thing that truly attracts the human eye is the unnatural. As naturally curious creatures we can’t help but look at the unknown with wonder if not fear. Seeing an alien in person, would likely instill fear more than anything, how about an image; nothing but fascination. What would make an Alien so fascinating? How about the fact its so mysterious and unknown, something surreal. Surrealism is the artistic idea of something seemingly unreal. A weird image that’s strange, or something completely difficult to understand.
The image above is a humanoid figure out of plants, holding the world in is palm. Off the bat its unreal, something never seen. The background a beautiful field on a grey day, seemingly on farm like property. The humanoid figure a beautiful figure covered in delicate flowers and leaves. Most importantly the planet earth in the palm of its hand, the bottom appearing to be withering away. This image could mean so many things. A higher power, a god, nature consuming earth, plants keep us alive, or perhaps it has no meaning at all. The thing about surreal images, is there likely is no answer. It’s you, the unrealistic art, and your imagination.