Artist Talk with artists of Thin Line: Love/Hate Relationship with AI

You're invited to join Kaiser Gallery on April 12, at 7 for an artist talk with the artists of Thin Line: Love/ Hate Relationship with AI. Walk-ins welcomed. No reservation is required.

ABOUT THE EXHIBIT

THIN LINE: LOVE/HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH AI
(3/8/24 - 5/4/24)
Curated by Patsy Coffey Kline
Featuring the works of Patsy Coffey Kline, Jason Toth, and Gina Washington.
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “There is a thin line between love and hate,” meaning that the emotions of love and hatred can be closely linked. Our world often balances on a knife-edge between these two themes without even noticing. Oddly enough, love and hate activate the same part of the brain. Generative AI represents a growing field that continues to evolve, offering exciting opportunities for innovation as well as serious challenges, thus causing division between those who love it and those who hate it.
The concept that love and hate could be similar emotions is explored through the perspectives of three artists who use AI as a tool to share their unique stories. I think Generative AI art serves a distinct purpose but it can never replace a human or an artist’s ability to create. Nevertheless, it’s fair to say that AI art is beautiful because beauty is in the eye of the beholder Generative AI has many applications, including; Image Generation: Creating realistic images, such as artworks or detailed product prototypes; Text Generation: Writing coherent and contextually relevant text for various purposes, like creative writing or dialogue systems; Music Composition: Composing new pieces of music in a specific style or genre; Data Augmentation: Generating additional training data to enhance the performance of machine learning models; Drug Discovery: Creating molecular structures that can be further explored for pharmaceutical development.
As an artist that uses AI I find it pretty awesome. AI offers a new frontier for artists who use tech in different modes, providing a playful and ominous means of expression. My focus for this exhibition is to spotlight the positive aspects of Generative AI in the arts. While
being sensitive to the ethical challenges AI presents.
In conclusion, the exploration of the thin line between love and hate serves as a thought-provoking backdrop to the evolving landscape of Generative AI. As our world teeters on the edge of these contrasting emotions, it becomes evident that the same neural
pathways activated by love and hate also contribute to the complex reactions towards AI.
Generative AI emerges as a dynamic force, offering both exciting possibilities for innovation and formidable challenges that give rise to a dichotomy of opinions. The division between enthusiasts and skeptics underscores the transformative power of this technology, prompting a deeper examination of its impact on our artistic expressions and societal perceptions.
Through the lens of three artists, the concept of love and hate as analogous emotions finds a unique narrative in the realm of AI. These creators leverage AI as a tool to share their distinct stories, illustrating the symbiotic relationship between human creativity and
technological advancement.
While acknowledging the distinct purpose of Generative AI art, there remains a recognition that it can never replace the innate abilities of a human artist. The exhibition, with its focus on the positive aspects of AI in the arts, sheds light on the playful and ominous ways in which this technology becomes a new frontier for creative expression. In essence, Generative AI opens up a novel form of communication, offering artists a means to express ideas in ways previously unexplored. As we navigate the gray areas presented by AI, it becomes clear that the convergence of technology and art brings forth a realm of endless possibilities, encouraging us to embrace the transformative potential while remaining mindful of the ethical considerations that accompany this groundbreaking journey.

Host or Publisher Kaiser Gallery