MCA Tackles Artificial Intelligence’s Role In Art In ‘Data Dreams’ Exhibition
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Opening on 21 November 2025, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia presents Data Dreams: Art and AI as part of the Sydney International Art Series 2025–26. The exhibition bridges art and artificial intelligence, exploring the relationships between technology and power.
It is presented in a wide range of media—from the immersive and interactive to intimate reflections—each grappling with technology’s impact on humanity.
The exhibition features artists from around the world such as Germany, France, South Korea, USA, and more. Bringing together diverse and multicultural visionary artists, each with their own perception of the profound impact of artificial intelligence on contemporary life and creative practice.
Suzanne Cotter, Director of the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia said, “Data Dreams: Art and AI is a landmark exhibition that reflects the Museum’s commitment to presenting bold, forward-thinking contemporary art.”
Data Dreams will challenge the audience’s understanding of AI through art, from AI’s role in shaping human relationships and its impact on reality and perception, to rethinking our understanding of AI and life altogether.
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The exhibition will include the world premiere of The Feral – Epoch 1 (2025), from French artist Fabien Giraud, a thousand-year-long film fully shot and edited by AI.
palawa woman Angie Abdilla presents her work Meditation on Country (2024), blending Indigenous knowledge systems with Western astrophysics in dialogue.
An ode to pop culture and political science, The Finesse (2022) is a monumental video installation by Christopher Kulendran Thomas (UK) combining archival footage with AI-generated avatars that transport the audience into a simulated forest.
“It offers everyone who visits the exhibition a unique opportunity to consider how artists are responding to one of the most transformative technologies of our time,” Cotter said.
The exhibition is set to be accompanied by a dynamic public program including talks, workshops, and performances, to be announced closer to the opening.
For more information and to buy tickets visit the MCA website here.
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