“The Electric State,” created by Simon Stalenhag in 2017, is a mesmerizing piece from the digital art movement, specifically falling under the illustration genre. It belongs to the series titled “The Electric State.”
The artwork features a futuristic and somewhat dystopian landscape, characterized by a large spherical structure adorned with the logo and name “Sentre” and an image of a person accompanied by birds. This colossal orb towers over a wintry forest area, with a road winding through the scene, where a lone car is visible, contributing to a sense of isolation and vastness. The overall mood is enhanced by the subdued, cold color palette, reflecting a serene but eerie ambiance. The mechanical and industrial elements juxtaposed with the natural surroundings evoke a narrative that is enriched with themes of technology and its integration into daily life, as well as the potential desolation it brings.
