"Parsing (Im)Possibilities" MFA Computer Art 2012 Thesis Exhibition
SVA Chelsea Gallery
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School of Visual Arts (SVA) presents "Parsing (Im)Possibilities," an exhibition that brings together selected thesis projects from graduating students in the MFA Computer Art Department. Curated by Hsiang Chin Moe and Jose Vargas.
"Parsing (Im)Possibilities" features more than 45 thesis projects which explore different modes of creative self-expression in the digital arts using cutting-edge technologies and a variety of media and materials. The selected work includes 3D animation, motion graphics, stop motion animation, experimental video, networked media, interactive/video/audio installations, digital fine art and prints.
The participating artists often employ a multidisciplinary approach, making use of different programming languages, digital fabrication methods, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, computer vision and human-computer interaction, as well as traditional art production methods, to realize their creations. The projects address a wide range of themes, including the loss of innocence and creativity in the process of becoming an adult; differences in conventional standards of happiness from person to person; the search for personal identity within an urban environment; and the phenomenon of synesthesia, an experience of seeing sounds and hearing colors.
According to Department Chair Bruce Wands, "This exhibition is the next step in the evolution of our students' work integrating with contemporary art. The terms 'digital art' and 'computer art' are rapidly merging and are starting to take a leading role in contemporary art."
Media
Schedule
from May 18, 2012 to June 02, 2012
Opening Reception on 2012-05-24 from 18:00 to 20:00
Artist(s)
Chen Yiu Yang, Beyza Boyacioglu, Jonathan Brainin, Hyun Gyu Kim, Charley Lewis, John Mattiuzzi, Donald Poynter, et al.