Die Maschine erinnert sich

Every visitor becomes part of this evolving artwork, leaving behind subtle traces that the machine carefully collects and remembers. The installation begins with a blank canvas, but as each viewer interacts with it, unique shapes and impressions emerge. Over time, these fragments fuse together, forming a singular, composite image—a face that embodies the collective presence of all who have passed by.

At the heart of this process lies a custom-built neural network, a sophisticated machine learning system that transforms fleeting moments into a lasting memory. Sometimes, the machine discerns gender; at other times, it finds none—or identifies many at once. These variations reflect the machine’s attempt to interpret the complexities of identity, often highlighting its own biases and limitations. In this way, the installation blurs the line between observer and observed, weaving an intimate and ever-shifting connection between humanity and machine.

Munich result documentation “Gesichter der Stadt” 2020.