The “2024 Artists’ Calendar” is an odyssey into the surreal, where the ordinary boundaries of identity and object blur, creating a whimsical yet thought-provoking tableau. Each month in the calendar presents a unique, surrealistic image where models—symbols of human identity and form—are seamlessly integrated into scenes dominated by everyday foods and objects. This juxtaposition is not merely visual; it challenges the viewer to reconsider the mundane world around them through a lens of fantastical reinterpretation.
This series embodies a playful yet detached commentary on consumer culture and the objectification prevalent in our daily lives. The choice to merge human figures with inanimate objects reflects a reality where the line between the animate and inanimate is increasingly ambiguous, much like the digital manipulation used to create these images. The surreal quality of each composition hints at deeper narratives, perhaps alluding to the often-overlooked strangeness inherent in the ordinary.
Through "2024 Artists' Calendar," I aim to disconnect from traditional artistic expressions and engage with my audience on a level that both entertains and mystifies, leaving a lasting impression that carries through the year.
-Shelly Serok