The Most Interesting Thing in A.I. Drawing with Robots - with Nicholas Thompson and Sougwen Chung
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Jan 22, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Sougwen Chung, an artist and founder of SCILICET, explores the transformative role of AI in creative expression. She discusses the delicate balance of curiosity and criticality in AI development, urging creators to prioritize equity and ethics. The interplay between human creativity and robotic assistance challenges traditional notions of authorship while fostering emotional connections. Chung highlights the fusion of art and technology, advocating for meaningful collaboration and the importance of imperfection in the creative process.
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Chung's Early AI Art
- In 2013, Sougwen Chung scanned 20 years of drawings to teach a robot to draw like them.
- They performed together, highlighting AI's capabilities and imperfections.
Mimicry and Inaccuracy
- Chung's first AI art project involved a robot mirroring their drawing in real-time, albeit clunkily.
- The robot's imperfections and the audience's emotional responses became key elements of the performance.
Brainwave Painting
- Chung's recent project uses brainwave data to control two larger robots during a painting performance.
- This system requires Chung to achieve a meditative state to activate the robots, adding a performance element.