- Deutsche Telekom and Kunstmuseum Bonn launch the Human AI Art Award, honoring artists merging visual arts and AI.
- The first award, with a €10,000 prize, goes to Lauren Lee McCarthy for her work “LAUREN.” The piece, exploring human-AI interaction, will be exhibited at Kunstmuseum Bonn.
- The award aims to highlight societal impacts of AI through art.
August 28 2024 07:07:36 UTC– Deutsche Telekom and Kunstmuseum Bonn have launched the Human AI Art Award to honor artists blending visual arts with technology. Lauren Lee McCarthy won the first award for her project “LAUREN,” receiving 10,000 euros and an exhibition.
The project explores human interactions with AI. The award aims to prompt critical thinking about technology’s role in society.
McCarthy’s work involved observing individuals using AI technology to create a thought-provoking piece displayed at Kunstmuseum Bonn. The exhibition, opening on November 17, 2024, will feature interactive elements, engaging visitors in the experience.
The award panel recognized McCarthy’s work for its forward-thinking approach to technology and its societal impact. The initiative seeks to bridge art and technology to stimulate dialogue and reflection on the influence of AI in our lives.