Hyper & Cosmic
Typography transcends its linguistic roots in Hyper & Cosmic, a documentation of the latest works by generative artist Mark Webster.
In Hypertype, emotion recognition technology transforms into visual poetry, weaving a tapestry of words, symbols, and letters derived from extensive research into AI and sentiment analysis. This series invites viewers to question the implications of "computers automating humans" while marvelling at the intricate, grid-based compositions that blur the boundaries between language and abstraction.
With Cosmic Poems, Webster takes us further into algorithmic spaces, blending his reflections on AI with the spirit of concrete poetry. Each piece is a unique generative output that explores the tensions between structured computation and the human search for meaning. These works, minted on the blockchain, allow participants to engage with the art as both creators and collectors, emphasising the participatory nature of digital media.
Containing essays by Adrian Shaughnessy, Simon Renaud and Jean-Noël Lafargue, Hyper & Cosmic offers an in-depth look at Webster’s creative processes. The book also comes with a limited-edition duotone risoprint, making it a highly collectable item.
Softcover with flaps
Dimension 17 x 24 cm
Internal pages: 128 pages
Paper Munken print white 1,5
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Hyper & Cosmic. Vetro Editions 2025
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