“Here We Are” - Glitch Art Is Dead III
Granite Falls, MN 2022
photo taken by JimJam
This was a roundtable discussion moderated by myself with an introduction by Dr. Michael Betancourt, as well as many other key figures in Glitch Art including Jamie Fenton, John Bumstead, Aleksandra Pieńkosz, Sabato Visconti, Kaspar Ravel, and Sky Goodman. It delves into the depth and progression of the Glitch Art movement, tracing Glitch Art's beginnings in the 1980s and 1990s, & discussing its evolution from mere technical glitches to impactful, symbolic creations that push against boundaries. Participants share their personal experiences with digital disruptions, demonstrating how these unexpected anomalies have influenced their creative journeys and connected them to themes of alienation, authenticity, and the relationship between humans and technology. The discussion also examines the effects of digital infrastructure and capitalist influences on the art form, addressing the difficulties of preserving artistic integrity within commercial and monopolistic frameworks. Additionally, we explore the physical dimensions of digital art, the significance of community and open-source values, and how Glitch Art serves to challenge and redefine our perceptions of reality. Ultimately, the conversation illustrates Glitch Art’s capacity to build resilience, inspire creativity, and encourage critical engagement in an increasingly digital and regulated landscape.
Sabato Visconti
February 11th, 2022
Sabato Visconti, a Brazilian new media artist and photographer based in Western Massachusetts, renowned for his innovative glitch art and photography, which critically explores the intersection of digital technology and societal issues. Starting in 2011, Sabato has exhibited their work both online and internationally, often drawing from personal experiences such as being an undocumented immigrant in the U.S. The discussion explores the resurgence of Glitch Art among younger generations, the challenges of gaining recognition in the digital art space, and the complexities of NFTs, including their potential to empower artists from the Global South while critiquing their capitalist and environmental impacts. Sabato emphasizes the role of art in fostering solidarity, resisting oppressive systems, and building inclusive communities, stressing the importance of intersectional practices and the transformative power of creative expression.
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Vedran Gligo
February 20th, 2022
Vedran Gligo, a Croatian artist and self-declared Linux enthusiast, has exhibited his work extensively both in Croatia and online. Co-founder of Format C, Vedran & Dina also organize FUBAR , the longest-running glitch art festival since 2015. He is deeply committed to the principles of free culture and open-source software, viewing them as essential for maintaining freedom within a capitalist society. Vedran leads and teaches numerous free and open workshops, often through Hacklab01, and is passionate about sharing technical knowledge to empower artists. He critiques the commercialization and monopolization of digital platforms, advocating for decentralized and community-focused infrastructures like Pavilion (an art project made by him and Dina). Vedran believes in the materiality of digital systems and the necessity of understanding and controlling these infrastructures to resist oppressive forces. His work aims to preserve and archive glitch art, ensuring its accessibility and sustainability.
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Dina Karadžić-Gligo
February 20th, 2022
Dina Karadžić-Gligo is a Croatian artist with an MFA in sculpture, specializing in animation, and character design. She has curated or assisted in over 20 exhibitions, both online and offline, and has actively participated in numerous workshops and lectures. Dina co-founded Format C and, alongside Vedran, developed the Pavilion project—a darknet art collaborative initiated in 2016. She emphasizes the importance of free and open-source software in the art world, advocating for community-based projects that transcend traditional, commercialized art infrastructures. Dina is passionate about creating accessible platforms for artists, promoting the sharing of knowledge, and challenging the rigid, institutional structures that limit artistic freedom. Her work focuses on fostering solidarity, intersectional practices, and ensuring that art remains a viable and inclusive means of expression despite geopolitical and socioeconomic challenges.
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