Nature meets Tech: New Exhibit at Tsinghua Art Museum 🌱🤖
Philosophers have been chatting for ages about the harmony between humans and nature. Now, the Tsinghua University Art Museum in the Chinese mainland brings this age-old idea to life in a fresh, techy way. Seven artists from around the globe—including experimental pioneer Lynn Hershman Leeson, Chinese mainland sculptor Liang Shaoji, and Indonesia performance artist Melati Suryodarmo—team up to explore how we fit into nature’s grand story.
With 18 artworks across installations, videos, and AI-driven pieces, this exhibit dives into the dual vibe of nature: it’s both super real (think wood, stone, plants) and totally conceptual (ideas, codes, digital dreams). You’ll see AI 'brush strokes' next to raw silk sculptures, or immersive videos that make you feel like you’re one with a rainforest.
For those in South and Southeast Asia, the exhibit hits close to home. Imagine the lush rice terraces of Bali echoing through a VR forest, or monsoon patterns turning into generative art. It’s a reminder that our tech-savvy world can still stay close to the soil and the soil to our souls.
Whether you’re into tech, art, or just curious about our planet, this show offers a fresh perspective. It’s on display now at Tsinghua University Art Museum in the Chinese mainland — perfect for a weekend outing that mixes inspiration with innovation. 🎨🌍✨
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