Smiling skull mouse 2021

sergeypiskunov

eye bird view

uncanny

juxtaposition

egg art

technology juxtaposition

animal portrait

surrealist

3d art

chaotic composition

worm eye view

Sergey Piskunov’s 2021 painting, “Smiling skull mouse,” is a hyperrealistic depiction of a Mickey Mouse toy, wrapped in plastic and adorned with small skull designs. The artist's masterful use of detail creates a sense of both familiarity and unease, highlighting the potential for darkness within seemingly innocent imagery. This playful yet unsettling piece invites viewers to consider the complexities of popular culture and consumerism.