Xenoesthesia is a portmanteau of xeno, meaning alien, and esthesia, meaning pertaining to the senses. Combined, Xenoesthesia translates to "alien perception."
The inspiration for this piece came from a psytrance party that left a deep impression on me. Much of the deco at the event was alien-themed, creating a mind-blowing atmosphere that felt truly out of this world. It was also the first U.S. appearance of Spectrasonics, known for his high-energy, middle-groove psytrance style—and the whole night was incredibly inspirational.
I wanted to create a piece that captured the essence of that experience—an alien being that was fully sentient and fully activated, as a memory of that unforgettable night. My intention was for viewers who encounter this piece to feel like they are receiving a download of universal secrets simply by gazing into its eyes.
Xenoesthesia reminds us to stay playful with life, to embrace mystery and wonder, and to remember that there’s a far greater truth out there—one that stretches far beyond anything we can currently fathom.
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About Samuel Farrand
Samuel Farrand began creating psychedelic art in 1998 following his first visionary experience, but it wasn’t until 2007 that his visual focus began to crystallize into the body of work he is known for today. Inspired by the psychedelic styles of Alex Grey, Robert Venosa, Victor Moscoso, Luke Brown, and Xavi Panneton, his artistic path was deeply influenced by their ability to unlock new visual languages rooted in consciousness.
His work blends neon color palettes, intricate mandalas, and layered patterns to tell symbolic, often personal stories. Each piece carries intention—sometimes spiritual, sometimes emotional, always deliberate.
Over the years, Farrand’s art has been featured in exhibitions with collectives like Threyda and alongside artists such as Android Jones, Jake Amason, Glass Crane, and Justin Totemical. His visuals have appeared in immersive environments at Burning Man and psytrance festivals around the world, as well as in collaboration with renowned projection artist Jonathan Singer, known for his visuals on the Grateful Dead’s Fare Thee Well tour. His artwork has also accompanied live sets by Trip-Hop pioneer Dave Tipper.
Beyond the festival scene, Farrand’s creations have found homes in larger installations at Meow Wolf locations in Las Vegas and Santa Fe. A standout moment in his career came when one of his works was featured on the cover of Ayahuasca: A Test Pilot’s Handbook by Chris Kilham, a moment made even more significant when it appeared live on CNN.
Those interested in exploring the process and philosophy behind his work are invited to learn more on his dedicated artist page.