Art Critic with Mixed Digital Art Feelings Urges Everyone to See Algorithm Exhibition

Generative artist **Dmitri Cherniak** is bringing a large-scale, real-time, hand-coded artwork to **Lisbon this summer**. The project continues Cherniak's exploration of bridging digital and physical art forms. He previously collaborated with The Estate of László Moholy-Nagy on *Light Years*, which combined code-based generative systems with traditional photogram techniques. - The Lisbon installation will feature real-time, hand-coded elements - Scheduled for summer 2026 - Builds on Cherniak's practice of merging computational art with analog processes Details about the specific venue and format have not yet been announced.

**Joan Semmel**, at 93 years old, recently gave what's being described as one of the best artist talks in recent memory. The veteran artist's presentation has garnered significant attention in the art community for its quality and insight. - Semmel's talk demonstrates the continued vitality of established artists - The presentation highlights the value of experience and perspective in contemporary art discourse - At 93, Semmel proves that age brings wisdom and compelling artistic commentary This exceptional talk reinforces Semmel's position as an important voice in the art world, showing that veteran artists continue to offer valuable perspectives to contemporary audiences.

**Polygon Etcetera at Art Basel Miami** Only 12 of 20 editions from the Polygon Etcetera series were displayed at Art Basel Miami with AOTM Gallery. The remaining 8 works were held by collectors who chose to print them. **Key highlights:** - Artist notes the printed works "truly shine in print" - AOTM Gallery's first physical installation was deemed highly successful - Exhibition attracted both traditional and crypto-native collectors - Featured alongside Ringers artwork display The collaboration between the generative art series and gallery representation demonstrates growing crossover between digital and physical art markets.

**Toledo Museum of Art** is embracing digital transformation under Director **Adam Levine's** leadership. The [ArtNews profile](https://www.artnews.com/art-news/news/toledo-museum-of-art-digital-art-ai-and-future-proofing-the-museum-1234751781/) explores how the museum is: - Integrating **AI technologies** into exhibitions - **Future-proofing** traditional museum practices - Balancing digital innovation with classical art preservation Levine discusses the challenges of modernizing a traditional institution while maintaining its core mission. The museum is exploring how emerging technologies can enhance visitor experiences without compromising artistic integrity. This approach reflects broader trends in the art world as institutions adapt to digital-native audiences and new forms of creative expression.