The exhibition showcases the power of digital art.
Diriyah Art Futures has unveiled its first art exhibition. Art Must Be Artificial: Perspectives of AI in the Visual Arts runs from 26 November to 14 February. Developed by the Saudi Ministry of Culture, it showcases the power of digital art.
Art Must Be Artificial: Perspectives of AI in the Visual Arts brings together more than 30 regional as well as international artists. The exhibition covers new forms of technological development, and the history of computer art, from the 1960s to the present day.
The exhibition has been curated by Jérôme Neutres, who was the former director at the Réunion des Musées Nationaux-Grand Palais, Paris. The Saudi artists include Lulwah Alhomoud, Muhannad Shono, Nasser Alshemimry and Daniah Al Saleh. The Middle Eastern artists include VJ Um Amel and Haythem Zakaria. Plus, international artists include Refik Anadol, Ryoji Ikeda, Miguel Chevalier, and Yang Yongliang.
Curator Jérôme explained: “This exhibition seeks to explore a profound transformation, where artists are not just creators but architects of a new digital age. By embracing the power of AI and computational technology, contemporary artists are redefining the boundaries of art, opening infinite possibilities for the future.
“At Diriyah Art Futures, we are presenting a dialogue between past pioneers and today’s visionaries, showcasing how the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is uniquely well-positioned to lead these critical conversations in the global art world”.
In addition to the exhibition, Diriyah Art Futures will present guided tours, panel discussions, masterclasses, and workshops on the intersection of art and technology.
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