Pop surrealism and lowbrow art emerged in the late 20th century, blending elements of pop culture, surreal landscapes, and often subversive humor. Originating from the underground comix world, California hot rod scene, and punk music, this movement is characterized by its irreverence toward traditional art norms. Lowbrow art, as its name suggests, challenges high art pretensions, marrying commercial aesthetics with deeper, sometimes twisted narratives. Pop surrealism delves deeper into dreamlike realms, fusing cartoonish characters with bizarre backgrounds. Both styles favor vivid colors, provocative imagery, and an emphasis on emotion over realism. They blur the boundaries between high and low culture, often creating strikingly memorable and iconoclastic visions.
