2023
Arseneca and Generative Art : A Mood-Fry Exploration
Artist Arseneca, well-regarded in contemporary art circles, has recently ventured into the captivating realm of generative art. With an approach that challenges convention, he melds technology and art in a way that touches the very essence of our day-to-day humanity: our emotions.
His latest installation, aptly named “Mood-Fry”, serves as a striking example. At first glance, linking our moods to fries might seem odd or even absurd. Yet here lies the magic of his work. Employing advanced algorithms, Arseneca has crafted a system that generates virtual fries based on the moods of individuals, captured in real-time from various sources: social media, environmental sensors, and even direct interviews.
The result is both surreal and deeply moving. Fries, typically associated with moments of simple pleasure, become a mirror to our collective psyche here. One day, a fry might be long and straight, reflecting a general mood of contentment, while another day, it might be twisted and broken, conveying an atmosphere of tension or sorrow.
This innovative approach demonstrates the boundless potential of generative art and, in particular, Arseneca’s capability to push its boundaries. With “Mood-Fry”, he is not merely creating a piece of art; he’s crafting an experience, a dialogue between machine, artist, and observer. Each generated fry is not just a visual representation but a tangible reflection of our human condition in an ever-evolving world.