“Echoes” makes history as the first video collage integrating AI technology to be inducted into a museum's permanent collection.

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Sep 4

Museo Civico di Castelbuono, Sicily

Art has always been a reflection of its time. Throughout history, artists have embraced the tools and techniques of their era, challenging themselves and their audiences to reimagine the boundaries of creativity. Today, in the nexus of tradition and technological evolution, we stand witness to yet another revolutionary shift.

We are incredibly proud to announce that "Echoes," a pioneering work of art, has etched its name in the annals of history by being the first video collage ever to harness the power of AI technology and find a home in a museum's permanent collection.

A Convergence of Art and AI

In this rapidly evolving digital age, where technology doesn’t just complement but rather catalyzes artistic expression, "Echoes" is introduced. Crafted with an intricate balance of human imagination and artificial intelligence, the video collage unfurls as a testament to what's possible when these two realms intersect.

Guided by the keen curatorship of Laura Barreca - a luminary in the realm of New Media Art, her vision has expanded the horizons of contemporary expression and established a precedent for upcoming art-technology collaborations.

Castelbuono's Chronicles Through AI's Lens

The inception of "Echoes" is rooted in the winding, picturesque streets of Castelbuono. The humble beginnings of the video collage are recordings of a journey that captured the town's essence, its stories, history, and most importantly, its heartbeat. But this was just the canvas. This raw experience was transformed, redefined, and given a new life using state-of-the-art AI technology.

The result? A breathtaking masterpiece that transcends mere visuals, taking viewers on a sublime voyage into the very soul of Castelbuono.

Exhibition Awaits

For those eager to experience this harmonious blend of past and future, tradition and innovation, make your way to:

Venue: Museo Civico di Castelbuono
Exhibition Duration: Until October 12, 2023
Curatorial Vision: Laura Barreca

Submerge yourself in the AI-reimagined journey "From a Journey through Castelbuono to AI-Reimagined Video Art." Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to Museo Civico di Castelbuono and Ypsigrock for making this visionary project a tangible reality. It's an earnest invitation to art enthusiasts, tech aficionados, and every inquisitive soul out there – don’t miss out on this avant-garde gem. Together, let's embrace and celebrate the future of art.

ECHOES - IONEE WATERHOUSE - 2023
Where history resonates with the future; where reality intertwines with fantasy. Dive deep into this transformative experience.

Echoes

Ionee Waterhouse

Video Collage

Curated by Laura Barrecca

Museo Civico di Castelbuono

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MUSEUM PRESS NOTE:

Echoes. Un progetto di Ionee Waterhouse a cura di Laura Barreca

PRESS:
L'intelligenza artificiale debutta al museo, installazione video in mostra a Castelbuono

ARTRIBUNE - Ionee Waterhouse – Echoes

"Echoes", l'opera d'arte video in mostra al museo civico di Castelbuono per Ypsigrock

PRESS VIDEOS:

MSN - Tra algoritmo e creatività. Al museo civico di Castelbuono "Echoes" di Ionee Waterhouse.