'Alexis Rockman’s 'Soccer', 2004 from his Wonderful World series, envisions a future where human intervention has radically altered the natural world. The painting blends bioengineering with Rockman’s vivid surrealist vision, showcasing hybrid creatures and landscapes that challenge conventional ideas of nature. The image evokes both wonder and unease, suggesting the unforeseen consequences of unchecked technological advancement. Through hiw work, Rockman creates a world that is strange yet oddly familiar, inviting viewers to reflect on humanity’s power to shape its own future.

“Scientists have to use the language of science; I can use the language of metaphor and I can be very blunt and subjective and say things that they can't really get away with in public.” – Alexis Rockman