Katya Slobodskaia | False Floor

False Floor is a photography research project that explores the limits of artificial intelligence, raises questions about the relationship between technology and nature, and explores the psychological and emotional impact of artificial images that blur the boundaries between the real and the fake. Using machine learning algorithms, Katya Slobodskaia created a series of deadpan photographs that mimic the look and feel of analogue film, complete with flaws and imperfections that would normally be attributed to human error or technical glitches. By using imperfect and unpolished photography, the photographs emphasise the human element in the creation of these images, while simultaneously highlighting the uncanny nature of the AI-generated scenery. The deliberate subversion of expectations challenges the viewer to confront the unsettling nature of the uncanny valley and to consider the implications of the intersection of nature and technology.

The concept of the False Floor of the Uncanny Valley refers to the idea that there is a point where an artificial entity or image appears to be nearly indistinguishable from a real one, leading to a sense of comfort and familiarity (MacDorman, 2006). As AI technology advances, it becomes increasingly difficult to distinguish between real and simulated experiences. This is particularly true in the realm of visual media, where computer-generated images can look indistinguishable from photographs. However, there is often a subtle yet noticeable difference between the two, which creates an uncanny feeling in the viewer.

In this project, Katya uses AI photography to explore the False Floor of the Uncanny Valley, creating images that are both beautiful and unsettling. The hyper-realistic nondramatic depictions of nature challenge our perceptions of reality and question the role of technology in shaping our understanding of the world. By simulating the look of film photography and using imperfect and unpolished shots, she aims to create a nostalgic and dreamlike atmosphere, while also exposing the limitations of AI and the underlying human biases that shape its output.

False Floor is an invitation to reflect on the relationship between humans and machines, and the implications of AI technology for the future of art and visual culture. Through the lens of AI photography, Katya hopes to spark a conversation about the boundaries of creativity and the meaning of authenticity in an age of digital reproduction.

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