2_Archival Pigment print on Archival Organic Cotton Artist Rag “Faux Ecologies + Augmented Visions of the Nature-verse #2” 2024

[dNASAb] “Faux Ecologies + Augmented Visions of the Nature-verse #2” 2024
Archival Pigment print on Archival Organic Cotton Artist Rag, Exhibition ready full-frame Print mounted on aluminum with aluminum frame backing, Signed.

Artificial Intelligence trained and assisted, post-photography print with animated Augmented Reality layers.

24" x 24" (60.96 x 60.96 cm)
edition of 3 (SOLD edition 1)

The "Faux Ecologies + Augmented Visions of the Nature-verse" project represents a holistic endeavor aimed at addressing the threats confronting the near-shore reefs of South Florida and Biscayne Bay. This comprehensive approach intertwines practical conservation measures with artistic endeavors to bolster reef resilience and shed light on the urgent issue of plastic pollution in marine environments.At its core, the project commences with the pivotal task of removing derelict fishing gear and other harmful debris from the reef ecosystem, spearheaded by [dNASAb]. Through meticulous underwater clean-up efforts, including scuba diving interventions, lines, lures, hooks, and other detrimental materials are systematically eradicated, mitigating the adverse impact on coral reefs and marine life.

Concurrently, [dNASAb] scours South Florida beaches, collecting a diverse array of materials, ranging from coral fossils and sea fans to sponges and marine debris. These collected items serve as the creative muse for the artistic facet of the project, spotlighting the intricate beauty and ecological complexity of the natural ecosystem. Rather than relegating these materials to waste, [dNASAb] reimagines them as integral components for crafting dynamic sculptures that mirror the vibrancy and interconnected symbiosis of the reef environment. Subsequently, these sculptures are temporarily returned to their origin in the ecosystem, where they are filmed using underwater lights and cameras,
capturing the curiosity of local marine inhabitants exploring the newfound artificial reef.

"Leveraging innovative techniques such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted film-making, [dNASAb] elevates the storytelling format of the project to unprecedented heights. By training AI models on images of the sculptures within Biscayne Bay, the project harnesses cutting-edge technology to generate captivating visual representations of the sculptures and their interaction with the underwater realm. These visionary perspectives are further enhanced through the integration of Augmented Reality (AR), transcending traditional narrative boundaries and offering viewers a transformative experience.This
fusion of AI-generated content with Augmented Reality not only provides a novel technological lens through which to perceive the sculptures but also deepens the audience's comprehension of their pivotal role in working to combat plastic pollution in the ocean.Through this innovative amalgamation of conservation, artistry, and technology, the "Faux Ecologies..." initiative emerges as a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in safeguarding our precious marine ecosystems for generations to come.""

[dNASAb] is an innovative sculptor of ecosystems, infusing discarded materials and consumer electronics with the wisdom of natural symbiotic networks, pioneering interactive narratives through extended realities,augmented sculptures, and web3 initiatives while harnessing artificial intelligence models to collaboratively intervene in real-life environmental challenges, merging art and technology to confront prevailing notions of loss, decay, planned obsolescence, e-waste, and environmental degradation.

Archival Print Works were exhibited in.

 “Faux Ecologies + Augmented Visions of the Nature-verse”
Curated by Meaghan Kent
Art and Culture Center https://www.artandculturecenter.org/
Exhibition Dates:May 18 – Extended to September 28, 2024
Funded by an Artist Grant from the Broward County Cultural Division

[dNASAb] ©__“Exploring the intricate nexus
between human existence and technology” _

https://linktr.ee/dnasab