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Navigating the Hyper-Future: The Visionary Art of Ziyue Wang.

Ziyue Wang live audiovisual performance at The Point MANA in Shanghai, 21 May 2024

In Ziyue Wang’s exploration of the theme “Hyper Vision,” viewers are transported into a futuristic art world that not only explores the complex relationship between technology and human existence but also demonstrates the artist’s profound understanding and innovative expression of the digital age. Wang’s work, through unique visual art forms, reveals how modern technology shapes our self-perception and social interactions, guiding audiences to reflect on the technological environment of contemporary life.

Ziyue Wang is a visual artist active in London and Shanghai, specialising in audiovisual art that merges design with technology. A graduate of UCL Bartlett School of Architecture and the China Academy of Art, Wang has collaborated with performance artists, music bands, and fashion events since 2015, working with institutions like UCCA Lab and MANA (New Media Art Platform). Her work explores the intersection of humanity and technology, envisioning a future where individuals define their cosmic existence. Exhibited at venues such as Ars Electronica, London Design Festival, and PUSH UX, Wang’s art provokes deep reflections on this relationship while pushing contemporary art boundaries and promoting environmental awareness. Her awards include being highly recommended by the founder of the 2023 Zealous Amplify: Environment for her ‘Hypernature’ project, and the 2019 Data Visualisation Individual Award for her ‘Atlas Alienation’ project.

Image GrabAtlas Alienation, digital performance, Ziyue Wang, 2019Source: vimeo.com/384965985
Image Grab- Atlas Alienation, digital performance, Ziyue Wang, 2019- Source: vimeo.com/384965985

In her exploration of the “Atlas Alienation”, Ziyue Wang expertly merges virtual reality with real-time camera technology to create a deeply immersive visual experience. By breaking the boundaries of traditional art, she combines the abstract power of digital technology with the tangible experience of the real world. This unique approach reveals how modern technology influences our understanding of reality, allowing viewers to navigate seamlessly between the virtual and the real. Her work not only captivates visually but also through its intricate design and profound conceptual exploration, demonstrating how individuals can reposition themselves in a rapidly evolving technological environment. By blending the artistic expression of technology with personal experiences, Wang creates a distinctive immersive art experience that encourages viewers to find new connections between the digital and the real, leading to deep reflections on contemporary life.

Ziyue Wang – Untitled Spectacle, digital video, 2021 Source: vimeo.com/818158669?share=copy

Ziyue Wang’s art starts from cyborg experiences, showcasing her exploration of hyper-future concepts. In her works, technology is not just a tool but a crucial element in redefining human existence. Through carefully crafted visual language, Wang explores how technology shapes personal cosmology and identity. Her works are not mere representations of technology but bold predictions of future possibilities, presenting a world that transcends traditional understanding. Wang’s creations possess a strong sense of interaction, encouraging active participation and reflection from the audience. Through poetic artistic expression, she integrates the physical and psychological responses of the viewers into the artwork, creating an immersive art experience. This interaction not only enhances the audience engagement but also promotes a profound understanding of the fusion between art and technology. By guiding viewers to find new connections between the digital and the real, Wang leads them to reflect on the complexities of contemporary life.

Ziyue Wang -The Womb of Lilith, digital video, 2021 Source: vimeo.com/477169749?share=copy

Ziyue Wang’s art is deeply influenced by avant-garde music and visual styles, particularly Björk and Arca. Björk’s music and visuals inspire her creativity, while Arca’s exploration of non-binary identities and glitch electronic music deepen her understanding of the relationship between technology and identity. These influences drive Wang to break traditional boundaries and explore new dimensions of technology and human existence in her work.

Wang hopes that her artistic explorations can be groundbreaking art experiences that showcase her profound insights into modern technological environments and human existence through the fusion of technology and art. She aims for her works to be not only visually stunning, but also conceptually innovative, leading audiences into a futuristic art world.  Through her artistic practice, Ziyue Wang offers us a new perspective to re-examine our place and meaning in the digital age.

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