HONGSONG

In the age of AI, social transformation is accelerating, accompanied by a worldwide restructuring of means of production, production methods, and resource allocation. Historically, such transitions have inevitably caused societal unrest, manifesting as personal confusion, anxiety, and worry about the future.



Boldly speculating, we anticipate that AI will construct a new social order, deepening the sense of disconnection within current and future societal relations.As a digital media public art institution, we continuously learn to utilize AI to assist our work and creative endeavors. However, faced with the rapidly evolving iterations of AI technology, we perceive a growing gap between the speed of our learning and application of AI compared to AI's self-iterative evolution.

While embracing AI, we also witness a significant portion of jobs being replaced or on the verge of being replaced by AI in society. Therefore, we attempt to interpret the ever-changing social landscape from the perspective of Chinese philosophy, seeking to explore the "unchanging" amidst the flux. Based on these reflections, our project draws from the ancient Chinese concept of time and space, aiming to interpret the cultural symbolism of the Armillary Sphere and explore the individual's position amidst epochal changes. Through the medium of digital media art, we aim to construct a speculative interactive installation, prompting viewers to actively contemplate their role in the age of artificial intelligence.



Rooted in ancient Chinese views of time and space, the project uses the Armillary Sphere as a pivot, guiding the balance of all things across different eras. By showcasing how celestial bodies are continuously influenced by the Armillary Sphere amidst the currents of time, we express that only by maintaining one's own pace and stability amidst significant societal changes can individuals "go with the flow" and find their coordinates in the vast expanse of the era.