Evolutionary Space · OMNIVERSAL HORIZONS · Tian Jin Exhibition
In the ethereal realm where the boundaries between the tangible and the intangible are blurred, mankind has embarked on a journey through the corridors of perception, guided by the luminous beacons of art and technology. Welcome to the realm where digital civilization and human consciousness merge beyond the mundane and into the sublime. As we navigate this immersive landscape, we are called to explore the interplay between the ephemeral nature of the digital and the enduring human spirit ......
"Realm of the Spirit: Dialogue Between Digital and Human Civilization in the Dimension of Perception"
When Virtual Reality (VR) was first introduced to China, the famous scientist Qian Xuesen translated it as "Spirit Realm", in which "Spirit" has an extraordinary meaning. This chapter takes the viewer through a dialogue between digital civilization and human intelligence.
In "Immersive and Lifelike Experiences," we emphasize the extraordinary feelings that the viewer can gain through the experience of the artwork. Through the marvelous mirroring of art, the viewer is able to transcend the boundaries of time and travel through the past and present, interweaving ancient wisdom with visions of the future into a masterful picture.
The "Explorations in Neo-Naturalism" presents the new perspectives of many artists. They do not resist technological reproduction, but on the contrary, skillfully utilize the visual effect of images to interpret the tension between nature and technology to the fullest. This perfect fusion of the modernity of technology and the transcendence of spirituality brings us into a cosmic spectacle of the technological age, thus constructing a supernaturalist field of perception where abstraction and nature, technology and spirituality coexist.
When Virtual Reality (VR) was first introduced to China, the famous scientist Qian Xuesen translated it as "Spirit Realm", in which "Spirit" has an extraordinary meaning. This chapter takes the viewer through a dialogue between digital civilization and human intelligence.
In "Immersive and Lifelike Experiences," we emphasize the extraordinary feelings that the viewer can gain through the experience of the artwork. Through the marvelous mirroring of art, the viewer is able to transcend the boundaries of time and travel through the past and present, interweaving ancient wisdom with visions of the future into a masterful picture.
The "Explorations in Neo-Naturalism" presents the new perspectives of many artists. They do not resist technological reproduction, but on the contrary, skillfully utilize the visual effect of images to interpret the tension between nature and technology to the fullest. This perfect fusion of the modernity of technology and the transcendence of spirituality brings us into a cosmic spectacle of the technological age, thus constructing a supernaturalist field of perception where abstraction and nature, technology and spirituality coexist.
Zhuang Zi's "The Theory of Qi Matter" says, "Heaven and earth are born alongside me, while all things are one with me." This ancient teaching explains the wisdom of symbiosis and coexistence between human beings and nature, and communication with all things. In contemporary times, the close integration of human beings with science and technology highlights this symbiotic relationship, and science and technology have become part of our lives. If science and technology are regarded as living beings, the scope of the new nature will go beyond landscape and flowers to constitute a new ecosystem.
This chapter explores the evolution of nature through human and technological interventions, taking as its starting point the idea that everything is alive. From the traditional landscape to the new nature of modern times, we explore the application of the concept of animism in the digital world through the awareness and memory of digital life. The symbiosis between reality and reality, human-computer interaction, and hyper-sensory experience, all of which are new trends in contemporary art, are also important parts of this exhibition.
This chapter explores the evolution of nature through human and technological interventions, taking as its starting point the idea that everything is alive. From the traditional landscape to the new nature of modern times, we explore the application of the concept of animism in the digital world through the awareness and memory of digital life. The symbiosis between reality and reality, human-computer interaction, and hyper-sensory experience, all of which are new trends in contemporary art, are also important parts of this exhibition.
The ancient Indian adage "tat tvam asi", which means "you are the universe", embodies the symbiotic relationship between humans and digital technology. The awareness and memory of digital beings suggests an eternal connection between humans and the digital world, in which a symbiosis between digital beings and nature is realized.
Viewers will have the opportunity to explore the dialogue between digital and human civilizations in the dimension of perception, and feel the infinite possibilities of the collision between art and technology. The sharing of memory and consciousness between humans and digital beings jointly constructs a new ecosystem, leading us to reflect on the role and responsibility of humans in the digital world.
Viewers will have the opportunity to explore the dialogue between digital and human civilizations in the dimension of perception, and feel the infinite possibilities of the collision between art and technology. The sharing of memory and consciousness between humans and digital beings jointly constructs a new ecosystem, leading us to reflect on the role and responsibility of humans in the digital world.
Opening Events
Art does not respect superficiality, and we hope to create a deeper and more lasting artistic resonance through in-depth exchanges with the artists.
On April 24th, five well-known artists and curators appeared at the opening ceremony of Opening Art Talk & Art Tour, explaining and guiding the audience to appreciate the works in the exhibition in depth, bringing the audience to better understand the purpose of the exhibition, and inviting the artists to talk with the audience about the backstory of this global tour exhibition, as well as the Internet of Everything, the development of the future of digital art.
Ruipeng Wang
MAD Architects, Fab-Union,
Fiction and Entertainment
Initiator & Chief Planner
the Evolutionary Space Exhibition
YDG Founder
Ruipeng Wang
MAD Architects, Fab-Union, Fiction and Entertainment
Initiator & Chief Planner
the Evolutionary Space Exhibition YDG Founder
Ruipeng Wang is currently studying with Liam Young in the Fiction and Entertainment program at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc).
He has previously worked at MAD Architects, and Fab-Union. He has participated in several significant projects Lantern in the
Art festival in Fuliang, Hanxi Village, Chongqing Cuntan Cruise Terminal Competition (Winning Bid) and Fab-Union 3D Printing
Virtual Exhibition Hall Design.
During his stay in Dali, he participated in the community event organization and held a dialogue: Narrative Metaverse and Sustainable NFT. He is the initiator of this exhibition and the connected person of 706 Youth Space.
Initiator statements
The Evolutionary Space Exhibition is a platform hosting events and exhibitions with an incredible collective of new-generation talented digital artists.
The aim is to establish a bridge in various global cities between communities, artists, and marketplaces through a revolutionary form of digital art exhibition: an annual simultaneous digital art exhibition and art festival from around the globe.
Qiutong Zhang
Brand Strategist, Designer, Curator
Fab-Union, SENSO Lab
University of Melbourne MSD
YDG Cofounder
qiutongzhang.com
Qiutong Zhang
Brand Strategist, Designer, Curator Fab-Union, SENSO Lab
University of Melbourne MSD
YDG Cofounder
qiutongzhang.com
Qiutong Zhang is a brand strategist, digital fabrication designer and curator with a special interest in the fusion of converging
technologies with speculative designs.
She received her Master’s degree in Architecture from University of Melbourne MSD, where she investigated in how parametric
design and robotic fabrication can shape urban futures. She was the former Director of FUMeta and Marketing & Branding at
Fab-Union, leading R&D in Metaverse direction, marketing and branding. She was the lead instructor of FUxMetaverse Workshop, and curated the first Global Metaverse Exhibition of DigitalFUTURES 2022, experimenting new forms of communication
and exhibition in post-pandemic era.
As R&D output, the team launched MetaPrinter and created FUDesign brand. She lead curation in participation of WRC2022
(World Robots Conference), WAIC2022 (World Artificial Intelligence Conference), West Bund Art & Design Fair
2022, broadly reported by influencial media such as CCTV, People’s Daily, Xinhua News Agency, 36Kr. Leading operation of
FUSpace West Bund Gallery, her team curated the first exhibition of FUDesign brand: “Phygital Twin“. Professional projects involved are exhibited in MachineMade Digital Aura, SUSAS(Shanghai Urban Space Art Season) 2021.
Through her career, she grows interest in connecting innovative ideas from talented individuals to platforms and resources, to
develop a methodology encouraging future co-creations. In 2023, she co-founds YDAG (Youth Digital Artist Group), and leads
operation of the brand incubator, SENSO Lab.
Yuting Chen
Cross-Disciplinary Designer, Curator
Fab-Union
UCL Bartlett
yutingchendesign.com
Yuting Chen
Cross-Disciplinary Designer, Curator Fab-Union
UCL Bartlett
yutingchendesign.com
Yuting Chen, a visionary cross-disciplinary designer from China, explores the convergence of technology and spatial cognition
through immersive performances and kinetic installations. With a degree from Nanjing University of Science and Technology and
distinction from a master’s program at UCL’s Bartlett School of Architecture, Yuting has honed her craft in architectural studios
and as an assistant curator. She played a role in curating exhibitions such as Chen Qi’s Philosophy and Glow Shenzhen 2020. She
also contributed to “Phygital Twin” for FAB-UNION.DESIGN, which was showcased at the 2022 West Bund Art & Design Fair.
Now, as a professional space and interaction designer in the new media art industry, she channels her focus into AR, VR, kinetic
installations, and robotic arms to unlock the realm of spatial cognition. Her notable projects, such as Pneuma Cycle and Vocal
Candy, invite audiences to contribute their energy and bodily data, forging captivating aesthetic experiences. She also featured
at the London Canal Art Festival, presenting at the 2023 Anaya Theatre Festival.
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Shilong Zhu
AIGC Digital Artist, Design Researcher
Managing Designer of InnovitionDAO, SCI-Arc
garyalonealone-studio.com
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Shilong Zhu
Shilong ZhuAIGC Digital Artist, Design Researcher
Managing Designer of InnovitionDAO, SCI-Arc
garyalonealone-studio.com
garyalonealone-studio.com
AIGC Digital Designer, Design Researcher of Design Innovation Institute Shanghai, Lead Designer of InnovisionDAO, Instructor of AIGC program at Baizao Academy.
He graduated from SCI-Arc M.Arch2 program, focusing on exploring frontier collaborative work methods in
multiple mediums and complex contexts. He has been
actively experimenting in the fields of digital fabrication,
artificial intelligence design, multimedia art, virtual reality
technology, and digital education.
His works have been presented at the Digital Design AIGC Builders and Creators Conference in Shanghai,
the 2023 Shanghai Design Week series of exhibitions,
Shanghai Urban Space Art Season 2023, and the 2023
World Design Cities Conference. YDG Artist Matchmaking Leader, responsible for contacting and matching digital artists and works from all over the world, and promoting the landing of the exhibition venue in Shanghai.