Museum Of Art + Light Opening In Kansas With An Industry-Leading Focus On Digital Art

Located in Kansas, the Museum of Art + Light (MoA+L) has launched a significant exhibition titled 'Code & Canvas: Defining Digital Art in the Age of Blockchain'. This event brings together five pioneering digital artists: Erick 'Snowfro' Calderon, Tyler Hobbs, Sasha Stiles, Grant Yun, and Emily Xie, who present both emerging and established works. Their creations exemplify the merging of technology and artistry within the contemporary art scene. The exhibition centers on the use of blockchain technology, which not only secures digital artworks but also provides a platform for artists to engage with wider audiences. By collaborating with Iconic, a prominent digital art platform, MoA+L enables visitors to view and interact with artworks in an unprecedented manner, utilizing algorithms and generative processes that are central to the artists' practices. A key feature of the exhibition is the interactive station developed for Tyler Hobbs, where attendees can manipulate his algorithm to create unique pieces of art. This engagement highlights the artist's intention of harnessing randomness to achieve unexpected outcomes, fostering a collaborative relationship between the creator and the viewer. Ultimately, this exhibition marks a pivotal moment for both the museum and the artists, demonstrating that digital art can be a profound medium for exploration and expression. It seeks to inspire visitors and expand their understanding of creativity in the 21st century.