Art Talks

EP 12 - Recorded live at Phillips in Mayfair London, HOFA launches 'Spaces' a new digital art exhibition in conjunction with Phillips.The exhibition showcases works by trailblazing figures from the digital art world including Sougwen Chung, Joseph Klibansky and Ana Maria Caballero who feature as panelists alongside pioneering visual artist Ross Lovegrove, Deputy Chairwoman at Phillips - Miety Heiden and HOFA co-founder Elio D'Anna as host.The discussion explores the evolution of digital art, the integration of technology with artistic practices, and the future of digital mediums.Chapters:00:00 Welcome to Art Talks00:36 Ana Maria Caballero: Poetry and NFTs02:47 Sougwen Chung: Technology and Art07:13 Ross Lovegrove: Design and Technology10:24 Joseph Klibansky: Digital Trees and NFTs13:22 Creating Unique Trees: A Journey13:58 Art and Environmental Impact14:40 Art as an Investment?16:49 The London Art Scene19:49 Wrap UpArt Talks is curated by HOFA. Powered by Kreation

EP 11 - Emily is a digital artist whose work with code and computation draws inspiration from physical media such as textiles, collage, and wallpaper. Her work is internationally renowned with exhibits at the Singapore Art Science Museum, Times Square, and HOFA's recent New Beginnings show, amongst many others.We discuss Emily's journey from software engineer to renowned digital artist, deeply influenced by her Chinese heritage. Emily also shares insights into her creative process, blending AI with generative art to evoke organic and emotive outputs. We also discuss the evolving relationship between digital and traditional art forms, and the future of art in the digital era.Chapters:00:00 Art Talks with Emily Xie00:46 From Software Engineer to Digital Artist02:55 The Creative Process Behind 'Spiral Forms'07:50 Future Projects and Physical Art Exploration09:08 The Impact of Digital and AI Art on Society11:30 Coexistence of Traditional and Digital Art Forms15:52 Advice for Aspiring Artists in the Digital Era17:36 Spotlight on Influential Artists in the Digital Space20:50 Concluding Thoughts and Future OutlookArt Talks is curated by HOFA. Powered by Kreation

EP 10 - Anika is a writer, curator, digital artist and founder of expanded.art - a platform focused on the history of digital art, and on supporting female and non-binary artists.Our conversation covers many topics including the evolution of digital art, NFTs, traditional art spaces, and Anika's experiences with various projects and exhibitions that challenge conventional art market dynamics, and address issues of gender disparity in art valuation.Chapters:00:00 Art Talks with Anika Meier00:20 Exploring Digital Art with Anika01:04 Anika's Journey: From Art Student to Digital Pioneer03:59 The Birth and Evolution of expanded.art06:25 Navigating the NFT Landscape07:42 Digital Art's Place in History and the Future14:26 Language and Accessibility in Digital Art23:01 Artistic Identity and the Digital Renaissance28:03 The Future of NFTs and Digital Art32:40 Anika's Conceptual Works and Messages34:23 From Columnist to Social Media Influencer35:15 Navigating the Fast-Paced NFT Space36:06 From Tweets to Physical Artworks36:28 The Impact of Social Media on Public Engagement39:11 Exploring Anika's Unsigned Project45:34 Curatorial Practices in the Digital Art Space53:42 Social Responsibility of Artists in the Digital Age58:40 Navigating Success and ExpectationsArt Talks is curated by HOFA

Gordon is a contemporary multi-media artist who's well known for developing an innovative approach to making art which blurs the lines between virtual and actual reality, to reflect on what it means to be human in civilisations with histories written by victors.Gordon's works are held in museums across the world including the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Hirshhorn Museum in Washington, D.C, the Whitworth Art Museum in Manchester, Royal College of Art and the British Museum both in London.We discuss Gordon's London upbringing, influences from his Chinese heritage, the impact of geopolitical events on his work, his innovative approach to making art, and the significance of questioning histories written by victors. He also reflects on the reception of his work in different countries and shares advice for aspiring artists, including the importance of understanding the commercial aspect of the art world.Chapters:00:42 Getting to Know Gordon Cheung00:53 Gordon's Early Life and Influences03:35 Exploring Gordon's Multicultural Background05:22 Gordon's Journey into Art06:00 Understanding the Impact of History and Politics on Gordon's Work12:34 Gordon's Creative Process and Artistic Style17:04 Symbolism in Gordon's Art18:47 Gordon's Reflection on Capitalism and Society24:12 The Influence of Historical Events on Gordon's Work27:08 The Impact of Academic Training on Artistic Practice27:50 The Role of Art School in Shaping an Artist28:19 The Art of Empathy: Understanding Other Artists' Work30:36 The Influence of Literature on Artistic Creativity32:47 The Global Reception of Art34:29 The Artist's Journey: From Struggle to Success42:00 The Power of Questioning Histories in Art43:03 Advice for Aspiring Artists: Protecting Your Inner Art World45:39 The Reality of Being an Artist in a Capitalist Society47:07 The Changing Landscape of Art: From Traditional Gatekeepers to Self-RepresentationArt Talks is curated by HOFA

Krista is a digital artist, founder of Techism and Cultural Leader for the World Economic Forum (WEF). Krista's work explores the concept of digital consciousness. Her interest in digital technology and its revolutionary effects on human perception, media, social structures and communication led her to work in both digital and physical realms with a keen focus on combining technology and art to use a tool for human wellbeing and healing.We spoke to Krista on location at Art Miami where she exhibited her body of work in conjunction with HOFA. We discuss Krista's career journey and personal history, her role as Cultural Leader for the WEF, how she sees digital art influencing and contributing to human well-being, and the legacy she hopes to leave through her art.Art Talks is curated by HOFA

Joseph is a Dutch contemporary artist whose work examines the relationship between what we see and what an image implies. He is best known for his highly reflective sculptures, depicting animals and distinctive characters as shining monuments.We spoke to Joesph on location at this year's Art Miami where he exhibited his new work in conjunction with HOFA. We discuss his career journey so far, his Dutch roots and influence on his practice, his love for creating reflective sculptures and the bodies of work he'd like his legacy to be known for. Joseph also offers some key advice for aspiring artists.Art Talks is curated by HOFA

Sougwen is a Chinese-Canadian artist and researcher, founder and artistic director of SCILICET a London-based studio exploring human & non-human collaboration.Sougwen is considered a pioneer in the field of human-machine collaboration: exploring the mark-made-by-hand and the mark-made-by-machine as an approach to understanding the dynamics of humans and systems.We speak to Sougwen ahead of their brand new exhibition "Relational Gestures" at the HOFA gallery in Mayfair to discuss the inspiration behind their new work, the techniques used to convey their ideas and the messages they hope to convey. We also discuss the challenges they've faced with live performances and how they feel art is bridging the gap between person-to-person and person-to-machine communication.Art Talks is curated by HOFA

Agoria is a renowned French DJ Producer and AI artist who's been making waves with his bio generative artworks. Having begun his exploration of AI-based art using bespoke models inspired by the organic forms and the vibrance of living systems in the mid-2010s, Agoria has become an expert in the role of technology in creating and mediating art experiences.He concludes Scorpio's summer art program ‘In Resonance' with his latest collection "Bohem-IA" which celebrates the creative, collaborative ethos of Scorpios and the captivating beauty of Mykonos Island.We speak to him on location ahead of his highly anticipated exhibition and DJ set at Scorpios, Mykonos.Art Talks is curated by HOFA

Ivona is an award-winning generative A.I artist who works at the intersection of visual art and technology, and is one of the most prominent names in the digital art scene. She focuses on working with experimental photography and motion painting by using neural networks and code. Her work has been showcased worldwide including at Frieze in London, Art Basel in Miami and HOFA Gallery.Jean Claude is one of the hottest names in Dance Music and has been a fixture in the global scene for the past two decades with his unique and authentic take on electronic music. He's also a Scorpios resident DJ at their legendary Sunday night parties.Together they've collaborated on 2 pieces of art - Island Illusions: Aegean Echoes and Lost in Meltemi Winds.We speak to Ivona and Jean Claude on location in Mykonos ahead of the unveiling as part of In Resonance — a brand new summer-long celebration of digital art and music in Mykonos.Art Talks is curated by HOFA

We spoke to Refik Anadol and Chief Nixiwaka Yawanawa ahead of the unveiling of their Web3 collaboration - Winds of Yawanawa - at Scorpios Mykonos.

Azerbaijani-born artist ORKHAN discusses his influences and ways in which his creative practice functions as a process for preserving and revitalising the disappearing legacies of artisanal cultural heritage and artistic tradition. Having exhibited internationally, including the Venice Biennale, Orkhan reflects on his journey and the evolution of the artist within the context of new creative mediums.Art Talks is curated by HOFA

NFT artist Ovie (aka OSF) discusses his meteoric rise in the NFT and CryptoArt space. He shares his perspectives on the wider digital art movement and its place within 21st-century post-modern culture.Art Talks is curated by HOFA