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Art and Cosmotechnics Flux: Exploring the Interwoven Nature of Art and Technology

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In his groundbreaking book, Art and Cosmotechnics Flux, Yuk Hui offers a compelling exploration of the fascinating relationship between art and technology. Hui argues that art and technology are not separate realms but rather interwoven aspects of human experience. By examining the history of art and technology, Hui demonstrates how technological advancements have shaped artistic practices, and how art, in turn, has influenced the development of new technologies.

Art and Cosmotechnics (e-flux)

by Yuk Hui

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Art and the Technological

Hui begins by arguing that art is not simply a product of human imagination, but rather an integral part of our engagement with the world around us. He draws on the work of thinkers such as Martin Heidegger and Gilbert Simondon to develop a theory of art that emphasizes the material and technological dimensions of artistic production.

For Hui, art is not merely a matter of aesthetics, but rather a way of understanding and interacting with our environment. He argues that art is a form of "cosmotechnics," a practice that involves the manipulation and transformation of the material world. Art, in this sense, is not simply about creating beautiful objects, but about shaping the world in which we live.

Technology and the Artistic

While Hui emphasizes the role of technology in shaping art, he also acknowledges the reverse influence that art has on technology. He argues that art is not simply a passive recipient of technological innovations, but rather an active force in the development of new technologies.

Hui points to the example of the computer, which was originally developed as a tool for scientific research. However, the computer has since been adopted by artists as a creative medium. Artists have used computers to create new forms of art, such as digital paintings and interactive installations. In this way, art has played a role in driving the development of new technologies.

Art and Cosmotechnics Flux

Hui's theory of art and technology is a complex and nuanced one. He argues that the relationship between art and technology is not a simple one of cause and effect. Rather, art and technology are mutually constitutive. They shape each other in a dynamic and ongoing process.

Hui's book is a valuable contribution to the growing body of scholarship on the relationship between art and technology. His theory of cosmotechnics offers a new way of understanding the role of art in the contemporary world. Art and Cosmotechnics Flux is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art, technology, and culture.