In today’s recitation I was experimenting with live video recordings and their visual manipulation based on Arduino input. In class this week we were able to explore some of the filters that Processing can apply on videos, and I was fairly intrigued. The freedom of choice for this recitation allowed me to further see how I can manipulate video and user input. I actually think this relates to the topic of AI image training, as I am fascinated with DeepDream. This semester I have been heavily researching and exploring the world of AI Art, and digital image recognition as well as random generative art. Levin’s article is very encouraging to read for beginners in the world of the Digital Creating, as it breaks down the basis of interactivity and its obtainability. The text highlighted some of the main aspects I was able to answer for myself through the duration of exploring ‘interactivity’ : intent is important – the ability to conceptualise with a purpose will allow for a better end product; technology is the quickly growing future foundation for all other systems – thus it is important for my generation to fully take advantage of the inventions; constantly brainstorm – this aspect is more abstract, but the exploration of interactive projects and user input has enriched my development process as I always consider for as many possible outcomes as I can realise, and then try to push myself to think of a few more. IMA has taught me diligence in my work ethic, and that most of the time it will take a few times till you’ll be able to achieve exactly what you envision. But the most important thing I was able to learn is that, regardless of the outcome, the process of creating is the most enriching experience, and learning to accept and adapt from one experience/creation to the next – that is when you truly utilise the ability to learn from yourself.
Technology in, and with Art is a beautiful advancement we are at the bridge of witnessing. I personally really enjoy viewing generative art, which is achieved by a particular trained model producing a visual output based on some pre-determinate perimeters. In a sense, I would go as far as saying that is spontaneous ; – although what is the criteria for being able to be spontaneous? can a non-live ‘thing’ be spontaneous? This is another tunnels I wonder in when considering art and the computer, and more specifically art that is created with limited human input. When I consider the extent of value the technology was able to be for me, in a form of a tool while I create – I can truly grasp how new these concepts are in retrospect to the historic timeline. I think this niche is something I am going to continue to explore, as its potential for inspiration currently seems infinite – isn’t it like every day we hear about new technological advances that are going to change the future! .. I also think it will have big influences on the art movements, and the way our time will be represented in terms of visual creations. *and of course not just visual, but audible, interactive, etc.