Artificial Aesthetics is an exploration of the intersection between traditional oil painting and contemporary digital technologies. This series of five oil paintings channels the essence of photography, artificial intelligence, and digital image manipulation, all while acknowledging the inherent artificiality of such tools. In today's digital age, where platforms are saturated with AI and image-enhancing filters, the boundary between reality and digital illusion has become more and more blurred. These perfected digital representations often distort our self-perception, perpetuating unrealistic standards of beauty. Artificial Aesthetics boldly confronts this phenomenon, urging viewers to question the authenticity of what they observe and how it influences their self-perception. As viewers react to each piece they are prompted to introspect and reassess their relationship with digital imagery. Drawing from a diverse array of inspirations, including artists who seamlessly integrate digital image-making into physical installations, Artificial Aesthetics sparks a dialogue around the nature of art in the digital age. Some artists seamlessly blend digital tools with their art, while others face scrutiny for perceived inauthenticity. By pulling influence from these sources, Artificial Aesthetics ultimately sparks conversation around beauty, authenticity, and the impact of digital culture on our collective consciousness.
