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     In a rapidly advancing technological landscape, artists have a unique position to critically examine and challenge the nature of artificial intelligence (AI). I had the pleasure of attending this event, which explores the intersection of AI, art, and social equity, with a particular focus on the impact of AI on marginalized communities. I believe that by addressing questions of access, agency, and bias within the art ecosystem, this event sought to recenter cosmologies that have been historically marginalized or erased through processes of colonization.  Figure 1. A Result of Bias in Dataset      What especially stood out to me during the event was their acknowledgment that AI technologies, while powerful and transformative, can perpetuate bias and marginalize certain social groups, including people of color, immigrants, and women. What I thought was so important about this event was the engagement in critical dialogue, in which artists are uniqu...

       This week was another fascinating week of learning about space art, referring to artistic expression that strives to depict the wonders of the Universe. Space research unravels the mysteries of the Universe, shedding light on celestial bodies, cosmic phenomena, and the fundamental laws of physics. Conversely, artists channel these scientific discoveries into their creative endeavors, infusing their work with a sense of wonder and cosmic exploration. Figure 1. Waking Wanderer by Lucy West      One way in which space research influences art is through the concept of coded utopia. Artists like Brian Holmes delve into the intersections of science, technology, and society to examine the hidden structures and power dynamics that shape our world. By incorporating the imagery and symbolism of space research, they depict the underlying narratives that dominate our perception of reality. Figure 1. A Universe by Alexander Calder      Mo...