Overview

Misk Art Institute (Riyad, Kingdom of Saudi Arabis) presents The Silent Age of Singularity an exhibition that features a group of 20 artists and explores the profound changes brought about by the emergence of the internet, stimulating communication and fostering the exchange of ideas.

Artists: Ibrahim Abumsmar, Mahdi Aljeraibi, Turki Alqahtani, Omar Alzahrani, Mohammed Chrouro, Ayman Yossri Daydban, Eiman Elgibreen, Mounir Fatmi, Saeed Gamhawi, Samia Halaby, David Hockney, Soufiane Idrissi, Ziad Kaki, Khaled Makhshoush, Ahmed Mater, Bennett Miller, Nam June Paik, John Salvest, Faisal Samra, Ania Soliman.

In an era where technological progress unfolds at an unprecedented pace, the ripple effects of these advancements resonate across societies worldwide.

Satellites, television, and the Internet have emerged as transformative forces, ushering in an age of informa- tion dissemination, cultural exchange, interaction, and global interconnectedness. The 1960s stand out as a pivotal decade in th eevolution o fdigital technologies, laying the foundation for the technological landscape we navigate today.

In the digital age, connectivity and intercon- nectedness have become central to our lives. With the rise of the Internet, artists have harnessed new avenues of communication, circulated information, reached global audiences, and transcended geo- graphical boundaries, thus challenging traditional notions of knowledge circulation.

These rapid advancements lead us to consider the evolving role of artists in a landscape submerged in technological progression. In navigating this terrain, artists are not only adapting to technological changes, but also redefining digital innovation in art. This speculative horizon prompts contemplation on the prospect of Creative Singularity—a realm where digital technology unlocks new forms and approaches for artistic creation. Thus, the question may not be whether artists will compete with machines, but how they will influence and transform technology to further enrich creative expression in this digital age.

Edited by: Basma Alshathry and Aram Alajaji

Contributors: Basma Alshathry, Aram Alajaji, Abdullah Alghathami

Technical Details

Publication Date:

Friday, November 1, 2024

Language:

English and Arabic

Format:

Softcover

Dimensions:

15.5 x 22 cm

Weight:

0.5 kg

ISBN:

978-614-8035-838

Number of Pages:

160

Publisher:

Kaph Books

Categories:

Art Books