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Le Random is building a digital generative art institution that contextualizes and elevates generative art. We achieve this in two ways. First, we are assembling a historically encompassing, chain-agnostic generative art collection. Second, we publish content that enables the generative art community to understand its past, curate its present and celebrate its future. This includes an Editorials section, our book-length Generative Art Timeline and our multimedia content here and on YouTube. This is the home of Le Random's audio content.

  1. 7월 6일

    26: "Infinite Images" in Conversation—Erick Calderon, Sofia Crespo & Tyler Hobbs

    In this Le Random podcast, special Exhibition Discussion edition, our editor in chief Peter Bauman (Monk Antony) speaks to three exhibiting artists of Infinite Images at the Toledo Museum of Art. Those artists are Erick Calderon (Snowfro), founder of Art Blocks, Sofia Crespo from Entangled Others and Tyler Hobbs. Chapters 📖: [00:00:00] Introduction [00:01:22] Exhibition Insights [00:02:26] Artists' Perspectives on Practice and Generativity's Breadth [00:07:45] Historical Influences [00:10:41] Communicating with New Audiences [00:14:13] Collaborative Dynamics and Artistic Processes 00:17:08] Figuration vs. Abstraction [00:19:38] Generative Systems and AI Art 00:27:04] Hows Software and Art Are Evolving [00:34:44] Institutional Interest and Market Realities [00:38:25] Navigating Funding Cuts in US [00:40:28] Engaging New Audiences

    42분

  2. 6월 29일

    25: Recapping Digital Art in 2Q 2025

    In this conversation, the Le Random team reflects on 2025's noteworthy second quarter in digital art. Host Peter Bauman (editor in chief at Le Random) is joined by thefunnyguys (CEO) and Conrad House (Collection Lead). 📖 Chapters[00:00]: Introduction and Podcast Overview[01:38]: Discussion on Digital Art Institutions[06:18]: New York as a Hub for Digital Art[10:50]: Le Random's Second Quarter Events (4)[27:17]: Favorites of the year: Exhibitions[32:58]: Notable Artworks and Projects[42:59]: Standout Acquisitions[48:00]: Favorite Editorials[51:42]: What we're looking forward to, especially Infinite Images at Toledo Museum of Art

    56분

  3. 4월 14일

    24: Deep Learning Series 01—Tom White & Gene Kogan on the Birth of GAN Art

    This is Part I of our Deep Learning Series where Le Random's editor-in-chief Peter Bauman (Monk Antony) speaks with the most relevant figures in deep learning art. In this first installment, Peter speaks with two of the earliest artists to engage with the intersection of art and deep generative models, Tom White (dribnet) and Gene Kogan. They explore the artistic, philosophical and cultural implications of GANs and deep generative models, drawing on the artists' early experiences and perspectives in the field . The conversation touches on the origins of their interest in GANs, the evolution of AI and its perception, critiques of AI art, the nature of machine representations, and the connection between AI and decentralization. Chapters 📖: [00:00:00]: Introduction and Guest Overview[00:01:50]: First Encounters with GANs and Initial Excitement[00:04:04]: Gene's Journey with Machine Learning and Art[00:08:55]: The Rise of AI Twitter and Deep Learning Culture[00:12:04]: The Mission to Make AI Tools Accessible[00:17:56]: Changing Philosophies of Computation[00:21:54]: Critiques of AI in the Art World[00:27:42]: Tom's Algorithmic Gaze, Machine Perception & The Platonic Representation Hypothesis[00:34:00]: Art by AI for AI—Tom's Machine Representation & Phil's Hypothesis[00:37:49]: Decentralized AI and its Evolution[00:40:33]: Tom's Early Work at MIT and Interactive Graphics[00:43:13]: Final Thoughts

    44분

  4. 4월 1일

    23: Discussing Digital Art in 1Q 2025

    In this conversation, the Le Random team reflects on a noteworthy start to 2025 in digital art. Host Peter Bauman (Editor-in-Chief at Le Random) is joined by thefunnyguys (CEO) and Conrad House (Collection Lead). 📖 Chapters 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:29 – AI Ethics & Artist Consent Debates 00:04:31 – Legal Uncertainty & Fair Use 00:06:55 – How Artists Are Using AI Tools 00:08:14 – Redistributing Value Through New Models 00:11:02 – Silicon Valley vs. Academic Roots of AI 00:14:11 – The Power Imbalance in AI Development 00:17:36 – Why AI Agents Fell Short This Quarter 00:21:45 – Functional AI Agents & DAO Experiments 00:27:17 – Rethinking NFTs in Digital Art 00:33:11 – Institutional Misalignment: Case of Sam Spratt 00:40:50 – Manolo’s Return to Generative Art 00:46:51 – Protocol Art & January’s Highlights 00:51:08 – Q1 Standout Exhibitions 00:55:57 – Favorite Projects, Acquisitions & Looking Ahead

    1시간 19분

  5. 3월 4일

    22: Protocol Art & Blockchain Formalism—Mitchell F Chan, Ania Catherine, Dejha Ti, matto & maltefr

    In this episode of the Le Random podcast, host Peter Bauman (Monk Antony), our editor-in-chief, coordinates a discussion on coordination. He is joined by very special guests Mitchell F Chan, Operator's Ania Catherine and Dejha Ti, matto from Material Protocol Arts and maltefr.The conversation explores both the contrasts and connections between these seemingly opposing emerging camps, reaching at the very heart of why artists choose to work on Ethereum—straight from the protocol's leading thinkers and practitioners.

    1시간 4분

  6. 2월 4일

    21: Digital Curators Series 03—Val Ravaglia on Displaying the Digital

    In Part 3 of our Digital Curators Series, host Peter Bauman (Editor-in-Chief at Le Random) interviews Tate Modern's Val Ravaglia, a display specialist and the curator of Electric Dreams, Tate's major historical digital art exhibition which runs until June 1, 2025. Ravaglia is Curator, Displays & International Art at Tate Modern. Her curatorial work has focused on display for over twelve years. In addition to curating Le Random's exhibition of the year, Electric Dreams, Ravaglia assisted on Tate’s complete collection rehang in 2016. The conversation covers the complexities of digital art display from a major museum perspective. Links: Chapters 📖: [1:46] Audience Reactions to Electric Dreams [6:15] The Role of Display at Tate Modern [17:00] Challenges of Collection Displays [21:20] Displaying Digital Art: Unique Considerations [31:38] The Complexities of Displaying Electric Dreams [42:02] Best Practices for Exhibiting Digital Art [46:00] Advice for Artists and Exhibitors [50:35] Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

    54분

  7. 1월 13일

    20: Recapping 2024 and Projecting 2025 in Digital Art

    In this conversation, the Le Random team reflects on a whirlwind 2024 in digital art and looks ahead to 2025. Host Peter Bauman (Editor-in-Chief at Le Random) is joined by thefunnyguys (CEO) and Conrad House (Collection Lead). Chapters 📖 Chapter 1: Introduction [00:00:05] - Host Peter Bauman introduces the podcast, the guests, and the agenda: reflecting on 2024 and discussing the outlook for 2025. Chapter 2: Themes of 2024 [00:01:26] - Discussion on the major themes of 2024, focusing on digital art platforms like fxhash, Foundation, Art Blocks, and their pivots or expansions. - The Artist Token Economy [00:02:43] - Exploration of the fxhash artist token economy and its implications for artists and collectors. - Platform Developments [00:03:30] - Conrad House talks about Rodeo's onboarding process and how platforms are adapting to market conditions. - Market Conditions vs. Institutional Acceptance [00:06:29] - Peter Bauman discusses the dual themes of market struggles and institutional acceptance of digital art in 2024. - Institutional Recognition of Digital Art [00:09:45] - Thefunnyguys and Conrad House reflect on the institutional acclaim for digital art and its impact on the market. - Maturing Market and Collectors [00:11:06] - Discussion on the maturing digital art market and the growing sophistication of collectors. Chapter 2: Exhibitions of the Year [00:14:30] - We share our favorite exhibitions of 2024, including Electric Dreams and Electric Op. Chapter 3: Projects of the Year [00:22:55] - We discuss our favorite projects from 2024, such as The Call by Holly Herndon and Mat Dryhurst. Chapter 4: Le Random acquisitions of the year [00:35:55] - Discussion on favorite team acquisitions and commissions of 2024, highlighting Deep ASCII, Florada, and others. Chapter 5: Artist of the Year [00:45:45] - We nominate our artists of the year, including Holly Herndon, Mat Dryhurst, and Rafaël Rozendaal. Chapter 6: Events of 2024 [00:54:04] - Reflection on the major events of 2024, such as the Generative Art Summit in Berlin and Bright Moments Venice. Chapter 7: Accomplishments of 2024 [00:59:11] - We highlight personal and team accomplishments from 2024, focusing on commissions and content. Chapter 8: Looking Ahead to 2025 [01:04:29] - We discuss the events and projects we're looking forward to in 2025, including NFT Paris and new exhibitions. Chapter 9: Market and Regulatory Outlook for 2025 [01:10:24] - Discussion on the potential impact of political and regulatory changes on the crypto and digital art markets in 2025. Chapter 10: Goals and Aspirations for 2025 [01:20:59] - We share our goals for 2025, including exploring new technologies, activations, and preservation efforts. Chapter 11: Closing Thoughts [01:28:28] - Final reflections on 2024 and excitement for the opportunities and challenges that 2025 may bring.

    1시간 29분

  8. 2024. 12. 23.

    19: "Electric Dreams" in Conversation—Rebecca Allen, Analívia Cordeiro & Eduardo Kac

    In this special Le Random artist conversation—hosted by Peter Bauman (aka Monk Antony), Editor-in-Chief of Le Random—we turn our attention to one of the most exciting shows of the year, Tate Modern's Electric Dreams. Peter is joined by three extraordinary exhibiting artists that exemplify the aims of the show: Rebecca Allen, Analívia Cordeiro & Eduardo Kac. Conrad House, Le Random's Collection Lead, co-hosts the talk. "One of Tate Modern’s most ambitious exhibitions to date," Electric Dreams is a major historical exhibition on the roots of new media expression celebrating "the early innovators of optical, kinetic, programmed and digital art." The artists reflect on their pioneering contributions to the major show, while sharing firsthand their experiences with the historical challenges and overdue recognition of digital art. Read from the show's curator, Val Ravaglia, with Peter.

    1시간 8분
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Le Random is building a digital generative art institution that contextualizes and elevates generative art. We achieve this in two ways. First, we are assembling a historically encompassing, chain-agnostic generative art collection. Second, we publish content that enables the generative art community to understand its past, curate its present and celebrate its future. This includes an Editorials section, our book-length Generative Art Timeline and our multimedia content here and on YouTube. This is the home of Le Random's audio content.

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