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Four life-size cut-outs of human-like figures made by generative AI, lined up on display at TheGallery, AUB.

Design; Disruption; Divergence

Curated by Jennifer Anyan

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Three exhibitions of student, staff and graduate artwork from Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) and British University Vietnam.

In three locations: one in the UK, one in Vietnam, and one in the virtual world, responding to investigating the impact and opportunities of AI on visual art and design.

Dates: 14 February – 24 April 2025

Locations:

  • TheGallery, AUB Campus; and in a virtual exhibition space
  • British University Vietnam (BUV)

Exhibition overview

Recent rapid development in the field of AI has created a ground swell of interest from artists and designers in the potential opportunities, as well as speculation about the implications for creative practice and outputs. With a view to exploring this, AUB and BUV invited artists and designers across a diverse range of disciplines to produce outcomes that use generative AI in their production.

In tandem with the gallery exhibition the artists and designers are asked to reflect on how the use of generative AI is impacting their work under the themes of Design, Disruption and Divergence.

Generative AI in art and design practice

Generative AI refers to a branch of artificial intelligence that focuses on creating new content or designs by learning from existing datasets. This innovative approach uses algorithms and machine learning techniques to produce images, music, text, and other forms of creative expression. Generative AI analyses patterns and structures in the training data, allowing it to generate original outputs that can be both surprising and insightful.

Within the context of art and design, generative AI presents a unique opportunity to explore new creative avenues. It encourages artists to step beyond conventional practices, embracing a collaborative partnership between human creativity and machine intelligence. As artists work with generative algorithms, they often confront the idea of "misinterpretation," a phenomenon where the AI's outputs may diverge from the artist's original intent, leading to unexpected results that can inspire new directions in their work.

By incorporating generative AI, artists can engage in a dynamic process of trial and error, often referred to as "iterative design," where they refine their ideas based on the AI's feedback. This process can provoke questions about authenticity and the nature of creativity, challenging traditional notions of authorship and artistic intent. The dialogue surrounding generative AI and its applications in art and design is at the forefront of contemporary creative practices, inviting a deeper examination of how technology can disrupt and enhance artistic expression.

Meet the curator

J Anyan headshot

Jennifer Anyan

Jennifer is the newly appointed Director of AUB’s School of Arts, Media, and Creative Industries Management, is well positioned...

About British University Vietnam

BUV is the first and only international university in Vietnam granted to deliver degrees by four renowned universities in the United Kingdom: University of London, Staffordshire University, University of Stirling, and AUB. BUV takes pride in providing a high-quality and reputable education system from the UK, as well as a world-class learning experience for students in Vietnam.

Discover more about AUB and BUV's strategic partnership.

Close-up of three AI-generated cut-outs of human-style figures, wearing different outfits and heart-shaped badges with a DNA illustration and the words "Chromosome Connections".

Design; Disruption; Divergence – Formal opening and private view

Join us for the formal opening of Design; Disruption; Divergence with Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Gough

The formal opening and private view takes place on Thursday 13 February 2025 (17.00–19.00) at TheGallery, AUB Campus. Please note that this is an open event (all are welcome) and no RSVP is required.

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