An artistic Christmas Gift Idea
Surrealism is a cultural movement that began in the early 1920's, and is best known for the paintings and sculptures of the group members, though they had a deep philosophy as well.
Surrealist works feature the element of surprise, unexpected juxtapositions and non sequitur; however, many Surrealist artists and writers regard their work as an expression of the philosophical movement first and foremost, with the works being an artifact. For instance their leader Andre Breton was explicit in his assertion that Surrealism was above all a revolutionary movement.
Surrealism developed out of the Dada activities of World War I and the most important center of the movement was Paris. From the 1920's on, the movement spread around the globe, eventually affecting the visual arts, literature, film, and music, of many countries and languages, as well as political thought and practice, philosophy and social theory.
The main aim of surrealism was to express the fundamental nature of thought. Keep that at the back of your mind as you take a look at the calendars that feature surrealist art. Certainly many of these images have more to do with dreams than our ordinary reality.
[The image above is of the painting by Rene Magritte 'ceci n'est pas une pipe' (this is not a pipe), painted in 1928-9. He also called it 'La Trahison des Images' (The Treachery of Images)]
Alex Grey 2010 Wall Calendars
Every once in a great while an artist emerges who does more than simply reflect the social trends of the time. These artists are able to transcend established thinking and help us redefine ourselves and our world. Today, a growing number of art critics, philosophers and spiritual seekers believe they have found that vision in the art of Alex Grey.His images roam the internet and use spiritual symbols as much as biological references. His art plays with the grids of our modern life while never becoming clinical. He uses vibrant colors and classic composition.
Amber Lotus has made two calendars featuring this upcoming artist:
Alex Grey 2010 Mini Wall Calendar $7.99 and Alex Grey 2010 Wall Calendar 13.99
M.C. Escher Wall Calendar
M.C. Escher Beyond Logic 2010 Wall Calendar $13.99With no mathematical background, working on his own, Escher realized principles in his graphics that caught the attention of scientists working in crystallography, the audience that first began to make him famous. This calendar features twelve examples of Escher's hypnotic works, which once surprised and delighted the world of mathematics.
By Pomegranate
More Calendars and Planners featuring the mathematical Surrealistic art by M.C. Escher.
Vladimir Kush Metaphorical Art Wall Calendar 2010
Surrealism in the style of Salvador Dali
Metaphorical 2010 Wall Calendar $15.99This metaphorical realist has mastered the art of marrying the indulgence of the impossible with expertly accurate rendering. It is Vladimir Kush's ability to realistically illustrate his imaginings that allows viewers to lose themselves in each strangely calming fantasy. Inspired by Salvador Dali and the world of science, Kush aligns contrast and ambiguity to create visionary works of art.
Published by MeadWestvaco
Joan Miro 2010 Super Poster Calendar
Surrealist Art by Joan Miro
Joan Miro 2010 Super Poster Calendar $31.99This poster calendar features a collection of Joan Miro's works. The pages in this large-format calendar are stunning enough to be framed and mounted on their own. European linear calendarium on each page.
Published by teNeues
More calendars and planners featuring the Surrealist art of Joan Miro
Rob Gonsalves: Master of Illusion Wall Calendar
Master of Illusion 2010 Wall Calendar (Calendar)
Amazon Price: (as of 01/03/2010)
Thomas Barbey 2010 Wall Calendar
Surrealism in photographs
Thomas Barbey 2010 Wall Calendar $13.99An entire city presented to you on outstretched hands. Trees that grow clouds instead of leaves. A Venetian gondola floating down a canal... that runs through a cathedral. And an intriguing interpretation of Paris as the "City of Lights". Welcome to the surreal world of photographer Thomas Barbèy.
The challenging and captivating photomontages in this year's calendar will fill your year with wonder. In black and white they take you back to a time when men walked around with umbrellas all the time, but why are they floating on air?
By Graphique De France
More surrealist products
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Dali 2010 Wall Calendar
Surrealism on your kitchen wall
Dali 2010 Wall Calendar $13.99 Self-proclaimed genius, self-promoter extraordinaire and artistic visionary. These just begin to define the Catalan painter Salvador Dal- (1904 - 1989). Along with his fellow countryman Pablo Picasso, Dali is one of the best known and most recognized artists of the twentieth century. Through this calendar, enter into Dali's haunting dreamscapes.
By Graphique De France
More of Salvador Dali's Surrealism in Art
Surrealism, Fine Art
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Salvador Dali Art Calendars and Planners 2010
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Salvador Dali - religiously themed surrealistic art
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A madman? A genius? A surrealist painter, but also a realist painter. An atheist, but later converted to Roman Catholicism. Despite the many developments in his art, a few threads are constant: Using modern and classic painting techniques Shocking h...
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2010 Planners, Day planners, Weekly & Daily Agenda Books
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Looking for a appointment planner - a way to plan your family life perhaps? Looking for a home planner, or a student planner to keep track of your homework? Perhaps you need a weekly planner to organize your work, your social life and your notes? Th...
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Beautiful Songbird Photography calendars and planners 2010
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Songbirds aren't just beautiful to listen to, they're also a class of birds that often have very beautiful feathers. So they're a good subject for nature photography as well. On this lens you will find calendars and planners devoted to songbirds. In...
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2010 Unique Calendars, agenda books and Creative Planners
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Calendars and planners are a necessity of life - well, if you have any intention of keeping organized that is. I've made it my business to find you the best engagement planners and inspiring calendars around. These are unique. My themes include n...
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Mandala Calendars, Date Books, Agendas and Engagement Planners
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Mandalas are beautiful, usually round or square, symmetrical paintings. The tradition stems from India but has been taken up most famously in Tibetan Buddhism. It's sand paintings have become crowd drawing events world wide - and a major source o...
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Nature Photography Calendars, Date books, Planners and Poster Calendars
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I think pictures of nature are very relaxing to the nerves. Especially if they are beautiful. I selected nature calendars from various vendors to make it easier for you to find just the calendar or engagement planner you want. Some of these calendar...
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Fairies Fantasy Art Calendars 2010
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Fairies, Pixies, Elves and Nature Spirits, Gnomes, Jinns and Leprechauns... Stories for kids and yet magical for adults too. On this page I've gathered calendars featuring fairies, angels elves and pixies: from Disney versions to fantasy art for adul...
Aren't these mind blowing calendars?
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- ChapelHillFiddler ChapelHillFiddler Sep 2, 2009 @ 6:56 am
- I love the images you chose, they were an early-morning feast for the eyes. Thanks! And thanks for visiting my puppet lens of the day!
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