Beeples billionaire robot dogs — Musk, Zuckerberg, and Bezos — are pure nightmare fuel
At this year’s Art Basel Miami Beach, an eye-catching and controversial installation titled “Regular Animals” has taken center stage, created by renowned digital artist Mike Winkelmann, better known as Beeple. The exhibit features robot dogs adorned with hyper-realistic faces of prominent billionaires, including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos, alongside legendary figures from the art world such as Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso. The concept is as bizarre as it sounds: these robotic canines not only roam the exhibition space but also take photographs of onlookers, only to “defecate” these images as AI-generated Polaroids, which are then dubbed “artistic impressions.” Some of these printed creations are reportedly being sold for a staggering $100,000, tying into the ongoing fascination with NFTs and the commodification of art in the digital age.
The installation has sparked a mix of intrigue and discomfort among attendees, prompting a range of reactions on social media. Many find the concept unsettling, as it juxtaposes the iconic images of these billionaires with the whimsical yet grotesque act of a robot dog producing art in such a crude manner. Critics have expressed their bewilderment, questioning the artistic intent behind the installation and the broader implications of linking high-profile figures with robotic absurdity. As one observer quipped, witnessing Elon Musk’s face on a defecating robot dog may not be the type of artistic experience they were looking for, highlighting a sense of disconnection between the art and its audience.
Beeple, who previously made headlines for selling an NFT artwork for a whopping $69 million, continues to push boundaries in the art world with “Regular Animals.” The work serves as a commentary on celebrity culture, consumerism, and the intersection of technology and art. While some may see deep meaning in the installation, others, like those who expressed their disinterest in engaging with the piece, suggest that it may simply be a reflection of the chaotic and often absurd nature of contemporary life. Regardless of personal interpretations, Beeple’s installation is undeniably a conversation starter, inviting viewers to ponder the future of art in a world increasingly dominated by digital innovation and celebrity influence.
Hey man, I don’t know what message you’re trying to send by plastering extremely realistic-looking billionaire faces onto robot dogs — that’s between you and your higher power, or lack thereof — but no thanks. I’m good, actually, thanks for offering.
I actually
do not
need to witness Elon Musk’s smirking visage attached to a robot that then defecates AI-generated Polaroids to the audience. I’ve got errands to run.
Look at these damn things.
The exhibit at Art Basel Miami Beach is called “Regular Animals.” Created by digital designer and artist Mike Winkelmann, who goes by Beeple, it features robot dog versions of Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso, according to Storyful.
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— The Wall Street Journal (
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December 5, 2025 at 11:22 AM
“Regular Animals”, an art installation by Beeple 🤮 at Art Basel in Miami, features billionaire-faced robodogs that take photos of spectators & then “defecate” the so called “artistic impressions”, some of which link to NFTs. Printed “Excrement Samples” sell for $100k. Creepy af innit?
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— trish (
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December 4, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The art installation I’m referring to is called
Regular Animals,
located in Miami during Art Basel. It’s a creation by Mike Winkelmann, aka Beeple, the artist
who sold his NFT art
for $69 million during the 2021 NFT boom.
The penned-up billionaire dogs include Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos, as well as art-world figures like Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, and Beeple himself. It’s unnerving and weird to see the hyper-realistic faces wandering around on the picture-pooping dogs. Some folks might be tempted to draw some meaning from the installation. Not me, I’ve got laundry to do. No thanks.
