Virtual Gallery: Ants
Artificial Intelligence has made machines smarter, but do these systems see the world the same way we do? New Zealand artist Tom White produces artwork using computer vision algorithms to better appreciate the unique way that machines see the world.
Fifteen individual panels planned and recognized by neural networks as representing ants. Combined into one artwork, this collection captures the visual language of ants as seen through the eyes of a machine. 80x60 inches, 2020, acrylic on canvas, signed on reverse, 2020. (available - inquire for pricing)
Various unique ink prints planned and recognized by neural networks as representing an ant. Each 16x20, acrylic on canvas, signed on reverse, 2020. (includes frame)
Part of the collection of ants.
Single edition ink prints planned and recognized by neural networks as ants. Each is 16x20 inches on 270-540 GSM Colorplan paper. Signed, 2020.
Many versions available either individually at $200 per print, or you can get a set of 12 for $1500. Please inquire via email as to what is available.
Six individual panels planned and recognized by neural networks as representing ants. Combined into one artwork, this collection demonstrates the visual language of ants as seen through the eyes of a machine. 48x40 inches, 2020, acrylic on canvas, signed on reverse, 2020. (available - inquire for pricing)
Juxtaposed pair - a red and black ant on two matching panels. Created by neural networks as abstract representations of ants, both are recognized by computer vision systems as representing ants.. 32x20 inches, 2020, acrylic on canvas, signed on reverse, 2020.
Twelve canvas prints highlight the set of possible ant shapes across a uniform colour palette. Each is planned and recognized by neural networks as representing ants. Each 16x20 inches, acrylic on canvas, 2020, signed on reverse. (available - inquire for pricing)
Four individual panels planned and recognized by neural networks as representing ants. Combined into one artwork, this visually juxtaposes different ink combinations with similar ant shapes. 32x40 inches, 2020, acrylic on canvas, signed on reverse, 2020. (available - inquire for pricing)
Three individual panels created by neural networks as abstract representations of ants. Based on thousands of real world photos and realised in three different ink combinations, these are recognisable as ants by computer vision systems though variations in training data cause different systems to prefer different colour combinations. 48x20 inches, acrylic on canvas, signed on reverse, 2020.
Ant Cards captures the initial entire series of shape possibilities. The most recognizable ants go on to be printed larger on canvas, while the rest are considered rejects. When ordering I will select the specific cards or let me know if you have a preferred ant number you would like - however there is only one of each number so exact matches cannot be guaranteed.
Series of 63 single edition ink prints planned and recognized by neural networks as representing the category of knots. Each is 4.2 x 5.25 inches on green 270 GSM Colorplan paper. Signed on reverse, 2020.