Video: Off Book Editors, Generative Art – Computers, Data, and Humanity

Off Book is a Web series from PBS that chronicles the intersection of art, culture, and the Internet. In this episode, three innovative creators discuss how they push the boundaries of art and design by allowing computers to make key decisions about their creations. To watch the video, click the image below. After viewing the video, respond to the questions that follow.

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Source: http://www.pbs.org/arts/gallery/off-book-episode-10-generative-art/off-book-episode-10-generative-art/
Credit: Kornhaber Brown and PBS Digital Studios

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