Created by Simon Stålenhag in 2016, the artwork “Things from the Flood” is a digital illustration that is part of the series of the same name. This piece is representative of the Digital Art movement.
The artwork portrays a desolate winter scene, characterized by a snow-covered landscape under a grey, overcast sky. Two large, insect-like mechanical structures are prominently positioned on either side of a winding, icy road. The machines appear dilapidated and abandoned, with parts buried under the snow and a sense of disuse and decay pervading the scene. Birds fly above, adding to the eerie, dystopian atmosphere. The smooth, yet detailed rendering of the snow, road, and machines reflects Stålenhag’s signature style, blending futuristic tech elements with serene, natural environments to evoke a sense of melancholic nostalgia and wonder.
