Exploring the Intersection of Data and Art

Refik Anadol, a media artist and director, uses data to imagine a whole new world. He creates parametric data sculptures as public art, blurring the line between digital and physical. Anadol finds inspiration in the idea of bridging dreams and reality and believes that the deeper we dive into consciousness, the more we can bring depth to the surface. He emphasizes the importance of respecting the past while looking towards the future, and he values collaboration across different fields, envisioning the potential of bringing together a shaman, neuroscientist, AI engineer, and artist. Refik's work seeks to create new aesthetic languages and imbue spaces with the ability to dream and hallucinate.