Events

Artists Talk - Beyond Art? Navigating the Age of AI

Date

2024.03.23 Sat

Time

16:00 - 17:00

40 for each session

Venue

HKADC Meeting Room, 5/F, Landmark South (39 Yip Kan Street, Wong Chuk Hang)

This talk will delve into the experiences of the participating artists in this exhibition, providing insights into their months-long creative processes involving artificial intelligence (AI) technology. In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the intersection of AI and art has become a subject of profound fascination and debate. We stand at the crossroads of creativity and computation, where AI is redefining the essence of art itself. Throughout this talk, we will hear directly from the participating artists about their journeys through AI-generated art, ethical dilemmas, creative collaborations, and the transformative impact of AI on various artistic domains. Our discussions will cover topics ranging from AI as a new creator to the challenges of AI art, exploring the symbiotic relationship between AI and human creativity and envisioning the future of artistic imagination.

Suitable for ages 12 or above
Conducted in Cantonese

Suitable for ages 12 or above
Conducted in Cantonese

Speakers

Kurt Chan Yuk-keung

Prof Kurt Chan Yuk-keung was graduated from the Department of Fine Arts, the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He then obtained his Master of Fine Arts from the Cranbrook Academy of Art, Michigan in the US. Prof Chan joined the Chinese University of Hong Kong in 1989, teaching studio courses and supervising Bachelor and Master students. He was the Acting Director of Hong Kong Art School from 2019 to 2021.

Joseph Chen (Virtue Village)

An artist duo comprising Joseph Chen and Cas Wong in 2020. Taking their name from an old public housing estate in Kowloon City where Chen’s grandmother resided. Virtue Village rooted their practice in contemporary spirituality, transforming found objects, environment, and the body into vessels for parabiotic communion. Tapping into the multifaceted definitions of ascension, they navigate the realms of collective queer subculture, fetish, and transhumanism.

They have exhibited works and screened films at Tai Kwun Contemporary, Art Basel Hong Kong, Hong Kong Arts Centre and Videotage, and etc. In 2021, they organised a performance platform cum exhibition titled Living Body Orifice in Hong Kong.

*Photo courtesy to PHD Group

Chui Pui-chee

Born in Hong Kong in 1980, Dr Chui apprenticed under Mr Jat See-yeu and Prof Wang Dong-ling. He obtained his first degree from Department of Fine Arts at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and furthered his postgraduate studies at the Department of Chinese Calligraphy of China Academy of Art, where he achieved his Master of Arts and Doctoral Degree.

Dr Chui has imparted his expertise at various local universities and the Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy Department of China Guardian (HK) Auctions Co., Ltd. Currently, he is an executive member of The Jiazi Society of Calligraphy and a research fellow of Modern Calligraphy Research Center of China Academy of Art.

Dr Chui received the Young Artist Award in Hong Kong Contemporary Art Awards 2012 and was also honoured with the Award for Young Artist (Visual Arts) at the Hong Kong Arts Development Awards 2015. He was a finalist of The Sovereign Asian Art Prize 2015, 2018, and 2020. His artworks have been collected by the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology of University of Oxford and private collectors.

Mak2

Hong Kong-based conceptual artist. Mak2 received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the School of Creative Media, City University of Hong Kong in 2013. Her artistic practice contemplates 21st century issues through the study of philosophy, art history, culture, evolving socio-political environments, the internet, and new technologies. Her aesthetic experience is characterised by the dualism of humour and intense inquisitiveness. She creates installations, paintings, drawings, video works, YouTube videos, stand-up comedy routines, and Instagram filters. Her artworks have been exhibited internationally, including Los Angeles, London, Beijing, Dallas, Lisbon, and etc.

*Artist portrait and biography courtesy of DE SARTHE

Moderator

Isaac Leung

A practising artist, curator, and scholar in art and culture.

In 2003, Leung received an Honorary Fellowship in Bachelor of Fine Arts at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. Over the last few decades, he initiated and participated in various projects including exhibitions, workshops, lectures, publications, online projects, and symposia. Some of these projects include 40 Years of Video Art, Venice Biennale International Architecture Exhibition, Time Test – International Video Art Research Exhibition, ISEA Festival, Both Sides Now, Loop Barcelona, One World Exposition, China Remixed, Clockenflap, and Art Basel Crowdfunding Initiative. Leung is currently an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Arts at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Arts Development Council reserves the right to add, withdraw or substitute artists and/ or vary advertised programmes. In case of dispute, the decision of HKADC is final.
Hong Kong Arts Development Council supports freedom of artistic expression. The views and opinions expressed in this programme do not represent the stand of the Council.
1. The talk is conducted in Cantonese and is suitable for people aged 12 or above.
2. Limited quota will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
3. Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the start time and bring along the confirmation e-mail for registration.
4. HKADC reserves the right to release any unclaimed quota to walk-in participants 5 minutes before the event starts.
5. Please do not eat and drink during the event.
6. Please mute all sound-emitting devices, including mobile phones, during the event.
7. To protect the privacy of our guides and other participants, unauthorised recordings (audio or video), and live streaming are not encouraged during the artists talk.
8. There is no parking and storage services. Please avoid bringing bulk belongings.
9. In accordance with Section 18, 22 and Principle 6 of Schedule 1 to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, you have the right to request access to and request correction of personal data. The personal data you provide by means of this registration will be kept as records of this project only.
10. Participants may be captured in photos or video-recordings during the programme. The materials may be saved and uploaded to the organiser(s)’, partners(s) and the artist(s)’ websites, social media platforms, publications and/or publicity materials. All photos and videos will be used for promotion purpose only.
11. For participants’ safety, if any emergency situations happen during the programme (e.g. adverse weathers, accidents or disturbances), the programme may be suspended or cancelled immediately depending on the actual conditions. If there is any emergencies or if you feel unwell, please seek assistance from our on-site staff immediately.
12. Please understand that your participation is done at your own risk. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, you shall assume all risk or injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge the organiser(s) from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of or in connection with your participation, whether arising out of the organiser(s)’ negligence or otherwise.
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