The Artificial Lens. Undergraduate student works from Stellenbosch University
Published: 11.10.2024
GUS Gallery
The Artificial Lens explores the influence of social media and artificial intelligence on daily life, as interpreted by jewellery students across various stages of their studies. The exhibition showcases a diverse range of techniques, reflecting the students' growing expertise and creative engagement with the theme.
Artist list
Johke Alma Jute, Swan Avalon Robertson, Pippa Baartman, Chloe Jane Badenhorst, Mphoentle Bangeni, Olivia Beauchamp, Lucy Bischof, Milah Botha, Thenielle Botha, Leah Brugge Van Niekerk, Lara Ann Burger, Nicolene Du Plessis, Anouk Esterhuyse, Luisa Maria Faber, Anel Ghalpie, Enrike Groenewald, Mikayla Kingham, Miane Koch, Salome Letsoalo, Zia Hanna Meintjes, Peter Mitrovich, Lerato Mokoatle, Ravele Murendeni, Ingrid Nienaber, Simphiwe Ntokozo Ngema, Juliette Peta Lindup, Eve May Ratcliffe, Micaela Siljeur, Nicola Van Aarde, Kayla Van Tonder, Anet Visagie, Megan Anne Willemse, Leila van Aarde, Annabelle van Zyl
This exhibition presents a collective investigation into the intersection of technology, art, and daily experience, inviting viewers to consider how digital and artificial influences shape our world.
1st-year students have worked with cuttlefish casting, bringing texture and organic forms into their creations.
2nd-year students applied fold forming, manipulating metal to create intricate designs.
3rd-year students explored vitreous enamel, incorporating vivid colour and detailed craftsmanship into their pieces.
4th-year students experimented with mould making and resin casting, pushing the boundaries of traditional jewellery-making.
Teachers: Carine Terreblanche, Mariambibi Khan, Joani Groenewald.
Opening: 16 October, 18:00 h.
Dates: 16 - 24 October 2024.
1st-year students have worked with cuttlefish casting, bringing texture and organic forms into their creations.
2nd-year students applied fold forming, manipulating metal to create intricate designs.
3rd-year students explored vitreous enamel, incorporating vivid colour and detailed craftsmanship into their pieces.
4th-year students experimented with mould making and resin casting, pushing the boundaries of traditional jewellery-making.
Teachers: Carine Terreblanche, Mariambibi Khan, Joani Groenewald.
Opening: 16 October, 18:00 h.
Dates: 16 - 24 October 2024.
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