Fernando Núñez, a lawyer-turned-painter, has pushed the boundaries of art with his latest exhibition, “Miradas Cruzadas,” at the MVA Cultural Centre in Malaga city. By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), Núñez has created 22 oil portraits that capture the subtleties of human emotion through the eyes. The artist uses AI applications to generate a range of feelings, from sadness to surprise, without relying on human models. He then transfers these digital images onto canvas using traditional materials and techniques.
Núñez’s innovative method allows him to explore the complexities of human expression, as seen in his portraits that seem to convey a sense of calm, unease, or expectation. The exhibition features three large groups of images, each influenced by flowers, spheres, or metallic elements, which affect the color and light of the painting. With AI handling the initial stages of creating art, Núñez’s skill with the brush brings these digital faces to life.
The Intersection of Art and Artificial Intelligence
Fernando Núñez’s latest exhibition at the MVA Cultural Centre in Malaga city showcases a unique blend of traditional artistry and cutting-edge technology. By leveraging machine intelligence to generate expressive looks, Núñez has created 22 portraits that capture the essence of human emotions through the eyes.
The artist’s fascination with the gaze as a form of non-verbal communication is evident throughout his work. He believes that artificial intelligence (AI) has enabled him to explore a wide range of feelings without relying on human models. Using AI applications, Núñez can define and contextualize specific emotions, such as sadness or expectation, and generate images that capture the subtleties of human expression.
However, Núñez is quick to emphasize that his paintings are not created solely by AI. Rather, he uses technology to inform his artistic process, generating initial sketches and ideas that he then brings to life with traditional materials and techniques. The result is a collection of deeply human and eerily lifelike portraits.
The Creative Process: From AI to Oil
Núñez’s creative process begins with using AI applications to generate hundreds of images. He refines these initial results, fine-tuning the requirements to guide the technology and avoid “hallucinations.” This labor-intensive process allows him to capture the essence of a particular look or emotion, which he then translates onto canvas using his skillful brushwork.
The exhibition is divided into three large groups of images: those featuring flowers, spheres, and metallic elements. Each of these influences the color and light of the painting, giving it a distinct character. For example, in “Joven de los 6 Claveles Rojos,” the presence of flowers determines the tone of the piece, while in “Efebo Heterocrómico y Esferas,” the metallic tone dominates the composition.
The Artist’s Style: Blending Tradition and Innovation
Núñez’s style is characterized by his ability to categorize and transform AI-generated faces into unique looks. He revisits classical works of art, bringing them into his own realm through the use of metal rivets, spheres, or other elements. His canvases are always square in format, allowing the image to be seen at a glance, in a “single stroke.”
The exhibition also features a QR code in each room, providing visitors with additional information about the unique features of each piece. This blend of traditional artistry and digital innovation creates a sense of introspection, inviting viewers to explore the world where silence and the depth of glances communicate more than words.
The Evolution of AI in Art
Núñez’s collaboration with artificial intelligence is not new; he previously explored this intersection in his exhibition “IA: Pigmentos en Tránsito” at the MAD (the provincial authority’s art museum) in Antequera. However, he notes that AI evolves at an incredible speed, rendering previous works outdated. This rapid evolution presents both opportunities and challenges for artists working with AI.
As Núñez navigates the complex twists and turns of law and art, his unique blend of traditional skill and digital innovation has resulted in a body of work that is both thought-provoking and visually stunning.
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