AN exhibition featuring art and artificial intelligence has opened to the public at the Guan Shanyue Art Museum. Featuring multimedia works from 11 prominent Chinese artists, this innovative exhibition will be available for viewing until Nov. 20. Co-hosted by the museum and the College of Intermedia Art at the China Academy of Art, the exhibition, entitled “The Upcoming Trend: Poetry and Thoughts in the Age of Artificial Intelligence,” aims to merge Shenzhen’s reputation as a high-tech AI hub with artistic exploration. It encompasses various forms of media, including AI-generated content (AIGC), audio-visual performances, and interactive installations, creating a unique space that reflects the dynamic nature of this avant-garde city. The exhibition raises critical questions about the role of contemporary art in the age of artificial intelligence. It challenges viewers to consider whether art can effectively utilize AI as a creative tool and reflect on its implications. As an essential expression of human culture, how can art maintain its unique value amid technological advancement? The works presented invite contemplation on redefining the boundaries of poetry and thoughts in a world increasingly influenced by AI. Among the featured artists, various works explore the interplay between humanity, technology, and machines. Through poetic lens, they contemplate the cold logic of technology and its impact on society. For instance, Kuang Zhiyi’s piece, “Dialogue in Our Flowering Season,” examines issues related to contemporary AI technologies, digital finance, and the global community through AI-generated images. The exhibition not only highlights the application of technology in artistic creation, but also emphasizes how art can foster new knowledge and cultural transformation through individual experiences. Whether through UFO Media Lab’s exploration of the digital realm, Lu Jiaqi’s thought-provoking “Only Cloud Knows,” or Tian Xiaolei’s surreal reinterpretation of the Venus de Milo, each artist digs into the complexities of modern life and the blurred lines between arts and technologies. As visitors engage with the exhibition, they are invited to traverse a realm filled with poetry and philosophical reflections, contemplating the challenges and opportunities technology presents to humanity at the intersection of art and innovation. (Windy Shao) | 