A new and innovative project is underway at MUNCH Museum in Oslo, Norway, aimed at demonstrating how AI can enhance the interest and engagement surrounding art, rather than threatening creativity. Birgitte Aga, head of innovation and research at MUNCH, together with her team and technology giant TCS, are exploring novel ways to utilize AI and machine learning technologies to showcase the extensive collection of artworks by Norwegian artist Edvard Munch.
The project involves training a machine learning algorithm using Munch’s original drawings and developing a user interface that allows museum visitors to immerse themselves in his artwork. The interface, currently in the prototype stage, uses a back projection on a transparent surface. When a user starts drawing on a sheet of paper placed on the interface, their pen marks are met with a real-time projected line generated by the AI algorithm. This interactive experience guides visitors to explore their own creative drawing process alongside Munch’s.
According to Aga, the objective is not to replace art with technology but to enrich the museum experience for visitors. By utilizing AI in a responsible and ethical manner, MUNCH aims to reassure audiences that technology will not replace the museum or the artists. Instead, it seeks to leverage AI to reach a wider audience and make Munch’s art more accessible and relevant.
While there are challenges to overcome in terms of technology and research, Aga is optimistic about the progress of the project. Depending on user feedback and the success of the prototype, this AI-led interface could potentially be expanded to other locations beyond Oslo, offering a new and immersive experience for audiences.
This collaboration between MUNCH Museum and TCS exemplifies how traditional art institutions can embrace emerging technologies and harness their potential to coexist with the old world. By prioritizing user needs and ethical considerations, this project opens up exciting possibilities for the future of AI in the art world. As Aga concludes, “We are only starting the exploration. This is the first test on how we can work together, and we’ll see where else this initiative can go.”
The source of the article is from the blog girabetim.com.br