Human-Machine Co-Creation

Human-Machine Co-Creation

The exhibition envisions a “post-human” era, focusing on the evolving relationship between humanity and advanced technology. Through a curated selection of works by contemporary artists, it outlines a speculative future where artificial intelligence becomes deeply embedded in our society. The exhibition explores the communication and tension between humans and machines, questioning how identity, consciousness, emotion, and group memory are reshaped under technological influence.

As AI continues to develop at a rapid pace, it is changing the world in ways we cannot fully predict. Yet this uncertainty only fuels our imagination. What roles will AI play in future human environments? What ethical dilemmas and social transformations might emerge from interactions between humans and machines—or even between machines themselves?

When different forms of consciousness come into contact, whether through cooperation or conflict, the internal tension often finds external expression. What might happen to our cities, societies, and ecosystems in such a future? This exhibition brings these questions to life through digital media, visual art, interactive installations, and human-computer interaction, offering a multi-sensory, thought-provoking experience.

Exhibiting artists:

ANTICHRISTIE, ASYCD, SHONTELLE XINTONG CAI. ZHIYANG DING, JUNYA DUAN, JIAYI LIN, BAI LIU, AFRODITI PSARRA, SLYESIS & EGO & SONYA, ASH XU, JIATONG YAO, YIYI & GEHAO ZHANG

Curated by Artunnel (Xiangxiang Huang, Zijian Chen, Xinyi Liu, Yupei Liang)

A tunnel is a solid form of connection between two places. Guided by the concept of "excavation," we aim to become an energy pump for art and creativity, bridging the artistic and cultural landscapes of China and the UK. This vision led to the founding of the ARTUNNEL platform.

Huang Xiangxiang is a curator, designer, and creator exploring feminism, social issues, and art-science integration. She is dedicated to fostering artistic exchange and growth by creating opportunities for artists worldwide to showcase their works and connect across regions.

Zijian Chen is a curator, space designer and exhibition producer. As a graduate of the Royal College of Art, Zijian Chen's particular interests include the future and human science, artificial intelligence and art development, the integration of spatial environment and art expression, and the interdisciplinary exploration of social issues and art.

Xinyi Liu is a curator and graphic designer with expertise in branding and exhibition-focused visual identity. A graduate of the Royal College of Art, Liu adopts an interdisciplinary approach that seamlessly integrates technology, design, and spatial storytelling, crafting immersive and cohesive visual narratives.

Yupei Liang is a financial strategist and art exhibition curator bridging Chinese and British art scenes. He recently spearheaded Code Convection, an AI art exhibition exploring technological transformations in contemporary art. His expertise spans financial management and creative project execution in cross-cultural contexts.

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