Dr. Mihai Nadin, a pioneer in computer-generated art and aesthetics, shares insights on the evolving relationship between technology, creativity, and authenticity in today’s episode.
Nadin reflects on the rise of computer-generated works and questions whether machines can truly create art. “Art is made by artists, not machines,” he emphasizes, warning of the growing acceptance of imitation as creativity.
He recounts his early experiments with computer graphics in the 1960s and highlights how aesthetics became intertwined with technological advancements, including military applications. Nadin also discusses the energy costs and sustainability challenges of AI-generated content.
The conversation touches on deeper philosophical questions about the nature of creation, the role of meaning in art, and the dangers of society embracing artificial substitutes as authentic.
Join us as Dr. Nadin explores the boundaries of human creativity, technology, and the future of aesthetics.
