Jennifer Wessmiller with her painting, “Regenerated Rabbit,” embellished with images of AI’s interpretation of her work displayed at the AI & Us art exhibition.
Leah Zhang, a junior at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJ), organized a thought-provoking art show that produced some impressive results in “AI & Us,” a week-long pop-up exhibition at Reston Art Gallery and Studios. Twenty-two works of art were displayed, submitted by 15 artists who aptly followed the theme of the impact of artificial intelligence, “sharing the anxieties and inspiration that come with this exciting – and often unnerving – innovation in our lives,” as stated by Zhang.
The creativity was also evident in the relatable titles, such as “Bad Freedom,” “Soul Sucked,” and “Planted in our Lives.” The works were awarded by gallery owner Pat Macintyre, and also sold to the public by silent bidding. All proceeds – more than $3,000 from sales and contributions – were donated to The Arc of Northern Virginia, a local nonprofit that utilizes assistive technology to help people with disabilities.
Pat Macintyre, artist and owner of Reston Art Gallery and Studios, with Leah Zhang, organizer of the pop-up art exhibition, AI & Us.