Exhibition Explores Ethical AI Art Practices Through Contemporary Photography

The exhibition 'Imaging after Photography' at Rice University's Moody Center for the Arts in Houston examines how seven contemporary artists are addressing ethical concerns in AI-generated art. Curated by Alison Weaver, the show features works from 2020 onward that use AI to question photographic realism. Artists like Sofia Crespo, Joan Fontcuberta, and Nouf Aljowaysir employ ethically sourced datasets, including public domain materials and personal archives, to create speculative works. The exhibition argues that AI can foster artistic innovation when artists critically engage with the technology, contrasting corporate AI development with artistic perspectives. The display includes iterative, morphing images that challenge perceptions of reality while addressing colonial histories and environmental themes.