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Salvador Dalí Museum Makes Public the AI-Powered Virtual Doppelgänger Ahead of Artist’s 120th Birthday

Introduction As the 120th birthday of surrealist icon Salvador Dalí approaches, the Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, introduces an innovative ad campaign. This initiative features an AI-driven incarnation of Dalí’s voice, enabling visitors to engage with a virtual version of the artist. AI Technology Implementation Developed by San Francisco-based agency Goodby Silverstein & […]

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11 Contemporary Artists from Germany You Should Know About

Introduction Since the early 20th century, Germany has been a rich field for artistic invention despite experiencing years of war, political upheaval, and social unrest. Germany has given home to and fostered some of the most important art movements in history, including the surrealistic Neue Gruppe, the groundbreaking Bauhaus School of Arts and Craft, and

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Google’s Response to Gemini’s Image Generation Issues: Insights from AI Research and Unconventional Art Perspective

In response to recent concerns regarding inaccuracies in Gemini’s image generation feature, Google has announced measures to address the issues. In a statement posted on X, the company acknowledged the need for improvement and stated its intention to pause the image generation of people temporarily while working on enhancements. This decision comes after reports of

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Art, Technology, and Quantum Field Converge in Jayesh Sachdev’s ‘Utopian Dystopia’ at Bikaner House, New Delhi

“Utopian Dystopia” at Bikaner House, New Delhi is a unique exhibition; it’s a journey into the domain of imagination, technology, and quantum exploration led by Jayesh Sachdev. Exhibition Advisor Shahzada Khurram, who is recognised for his promotion of art that balances tradition with innovation, has played a crucial role in overseeing this exhibition. Notably, Khurram

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Art Highlights Around the World in 2024: Basel, Los Angeles, Paris, New York, and London

Art enthusiasts and culture aficionados have an exciting year ahead as major cities around the world gear up for a diverse array of exhibitions in 2024. From the compact charm of Basel to the cultural mecca of Los Angeles, the artistic offerings are set to captivate audiences with a wide range of themes, artists, and

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Is Contemporary Art Undergoing a Supernatural Renaissance?

An increasing number of modern artists are exploring the mystical and paranormal, taking cues from mysticism, witchcraft, and the unexplainable. Artists are exploring the borders between reality and the supernatural through their work, reflecting a greater societal interest in the invisible. A new generation of artists is pushing the frontiers of artistic expression with everything

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The Absurd Surreal Female Experience in Mika Rottenberg’s Visual Art

Is the cinema a representation of female experiences or is it the other way around? It is the question one asks when getting acclimated to the oeuvre of Mika Rottenberg. Rottenerg is an Argentine-Israeli visual artist. Her expertise lies in the video, films, and sculptures. In 2008, she co-founded Infinite Earth Foundation. It aims to

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I was taken hostage by postmodernists, but I have had enough. Let’s get rid of this dead-end

At the very outset, a disclosure: I am no philosopher or a high priest of culture. Maybe, this is a rant at best. However, I have been confined for decades now and I discovered the culprit: I was held hostage by the postmodernists. While many may disagree, the postmodernist mindset may even be one of

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Dreaming the End: Sin Wai Kin’s Exploration of Identity in Rome in New Film

Introduction London-based artist Sin Wai Kin is celebrated for their captivating exploration of the interplay between narratives and identity. In their latest film, “Dreaming the End,” commissioned by the Fondazione Memmo in Rome, they delve deep into the complex relationships between our bodies, the world, and the formation of our identities. A Year in Rome

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