Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center

Center of competence and research for AI creative professionals - we embark together on a journey of discovery into the realm of new technologies

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Friends, over a year ago we founded the Generative Center a creative lab exploring generativeAI from philosophical, humanistic & technological angles.
This account will now shift from NFTopia to Generative Center.
We’ll share our projects & look forward to connecting with you!

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Last week we created a clip for the Instagram account of the City of Lugano, turning the lake into an epic swell. We work on imagery and create dreamy spaces. enjoy
#GenerativeAI
#AICreativity
#AIArt
#AIAnimation
#generativecenter

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Dear friends we launch the 25-26 season of the Openings!
On Thursday at 18:30 - 25.09.25 we invite you to a gathering where we will present our upcoming events, followed by an aperitif designed for us to reconnect and exchange ideas.
📍 GC / Cerchio 91, Besso 42A, Lugano

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

The universe is not only stranger than we imagine, it is stranger than we can imagine. This applies to the interplay between quantum processes and the emergence of conscious experience."
Roger Penrose, The Road to Reality

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

tomorrow we start with a new adventure, if you're in Town (Lugano) pass by. https://t.co/p2XSheJ93O

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Program:

🔸 12:00 - 17:00: Real-time creative session with 5 artists from audiovisual, photography, music, and fermentation. Immersive installation of screens and sounds, open to live interaction with the audience.

🔸 17:00 - 18:00: Roundtable discussion on the use of artificial and biological intelligence for art and creativity, accompanied by a tasting of kombucha produced by the servers.

🔸 18:30 - 22:00: Presentation of the pilot episode of the TV series "The Echo of Legends" – The Wolf of Curio. DJ set and regenerative music.

An event exploring the intersection of AI, biology, and art.

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

The start of a new adventure. A series of AI performances/art creations and discussions. First AI 1 event: the enzymatic machine - exploring biological and tecnological processes...
27 settembre 2024
📍 Generative Center / Cerchio 91 Besso, Lugano
In collaboration con Future Fermentation and Xocolat_art

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Dear friends, unfortunately, we have to postpone our NFTopia event in Sarajevo. We just need some more time to organize it. We really look forward to meeting in that wonderful melting pot of culture and incredible history. Until then, let the anticipation be a spark that lights our shared journey.

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Getting ready for our 4th edition of "NFTopia"! Sarajevo we're coming! Still location scouting for the right venue... Full program and news coming soooonnnn!

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

@niceaunties you're welcome. Hope to see you at an NFTopia event IRL

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Last Saturday, we hosted the 3rd edition of "NFTopia," diving deep into the world of AI. The roundtables, art exhibition, and music were a blend of depth, fun, and inspiration. Huge thanks to everyone who made it a magical and convivial experience! #NFTopia #AI #Art
@niceaunties
@matteofieni
@Visheh_xyz

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Some more pics of the event!

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

To finalize the round table "the impact of A.I. in the visual arts" (16.10 - 17.30) a short presentation of an A.I. generative film experiment. Inspired by local legends and fables, @airtur10 @bq.felix @merz4913 embark on an epic journey working with fast pacing evolving technologies. Be our guests @cinc_cerchio91 Besso 42A Lugano. https://t.co/jEYzlEntlL

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Some prints already made it into our atelier/gallery!

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Preparing the exhibition for our third “NFTopia event”! Thanks a lot to the @59th-attempt studio for your continuous support!

[Kevin Merz - co director - Generative Center @O_91Kevin]

Oliver Rasmus