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In the age of AI art, what can originality look like? | Eileen Isagon Skyers

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Aug 8, 2023
Eileen Isagon Skyers, a media art curator passionate about merging AI and creativity, dives into the fascinating world of AI-generated art. She discusses how AI can produce endless portraits and otherworldly creations, stretching the boundaries of human imagination. Skyers explores the intricate dance between originality and technology, highlighting how collaboration with AI can redefine artistic expression. Her insights encourage listeners to embrace this technological revolution while considering authenticity in the art world.
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INSIGHT

AI Art's Impact

  • AI art evokes strong reactions, dividing people into pessimists and optimists.
  • It prompts questions about originality in art and how to engage with machine-made art.
ANECDOTE

Klingemann's Portraits

  • Mario Klingemann's AI-generated portraits, sold in 2019, offer a unique perspective.
  • The AI model, trained on historical portraits, continuously creates new, uncanny interpretations of faces.
ANECDOTE

Crespo's Neural Zoo

  • Sophia Crespo's "Neural Zoo" series uses AI to create surreal sea creatures.
  • AI blends familiar elements into new forms, blurring lines between real and imagined.
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