Brendan Dawes is a British artist and designer renowned for his playful yet thought-provoking explorations of data, technology, and everyday objects. Rooted in the ethos of remix culture, Dawes’s code-based work often re-contextualises existing materials to examine how people experience the physical and digital worlds. By blending code, found objects, and tactile interfaces, he creates works that invite audiences to consider the poetry hidden in mundane moments and the hidden structures within complex data. Exhibited globally, his acclaimed piece Cinema Redux is part of MoMA’s permanent collection, whilst his works have been auctioned at both Sotheby's and Christie's.
In 2024 he collaborated with American film maker Gary Hustwit to make the world’s first generative film, about the musician, producer and artist Brian Eno. The film, titled Eno, is unique every time it is viewed, with 52 quintillion possible versions. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2024 and was later shortlisted for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
A Lumen Prize alumnus, he is a Visiting Professor of Computational Art at Manchester Metropolitan University and is represented by Gazelli Art House, London.
Certain Irregularities
Brendan Dawes, a UK-based artist renowned for his innovative use of generative processes, explores the intersection of data, machine learning, and algorithms to craft interactive installations and abstract environments.
In this talk, Dawes will delve into his creative journey, illustrating how he transforms everyday data into thought-provoking art. He will discuss the balance between control and chance in generative systems, the importance of embracing imperfections, and the role of curiosity in the creative process.
Attendees will gain insights into how data can serve as a rich material for storytelling and how generative art can evoke emotional connections.
