The upgraded iteration of the performance 'AI-MPOWERING EVE' retains its core concept of using AI models to convey a woman's emotions through Dadaist-inspired poetry. This is achieved by employing the artist's body as a poetic instrument, improvising cut-up words, and audibly expressing them with the assistance of machine learning models as a 'poem reader.'

In this new version, she has introduced a real-time black paint drawing element, which connects to the specific points on the artist's body. This artistic choice was inspired by the work of Karina Smigla-Bobinski and her creation 'ADA,' a kinetic sculpture that gracefully interacts within a white room, resulting in unpredictable black paint patterns on the walls.

AI-MPOWERING EVE (vol.2) seeks to emphasize the voice of women in society, albeit ironically, by embodying the character of a machine to amplify these voices. Additionally, it playfully explores the evolving norm of technology and human perception, reminding us that when the machine speaks, we listen.

Non-machines: Playground of Perspectives Conference
06 September 2023
Ars Electronica

Photos: Dahye Seo, Jan Munske, Nicolas Krewer, Thai Tai Pham