Latest releases

Award winning nanotechnologist to speak at Super Human exhibition - 13 November 2009

Dr Amanda Barnard, recipient of the 2009 Malcolm McIntosh Prize for Physical Scientist of the Year, will present the address at the Artists' Reception for the Super Human: Revolution of the Species exhibition at RMIT Gallery on Sunday 22 November.

Super Human Rights - 28 October 2009

ANAT presents Super Human: Revolution of the Species, a suite of events addressing, amongst other issues, what it means to live with a disability in today's society.

Douglas Kahn National Lecture Tour Press Release - 14 October 2009

Throughout October and November 2009 Douglas Kahn (US) is touring Australia as part of Art Monthly Australia (AMA)’s ‘Occasional Lecture Series’ in partnership with the ANAT’s Embracing Sound program, and to promote the November 09 Sound Art issue of Art Monthly Australia (published in association with ANAT), which Kahn guest edited.

2009

Astronomical delight: stars shine in soap opera - 20 May 2009

It may sound like a strange way to explore astronomy, but the formation of the Universe contains complicated storylines that are perfect for a soap opera. This is why artists Nicky Forster and Willoh S Weiland have created their ‘online cosmological drama’, Void Love.

The Dome Project - 23 January 2009

Introducing Australian filmmakers and their audiences to exciting immersive full-dome screening experiences at the 2009 BigPond Adelaide Film Festival.

2008

Australian artists caught in the net - 3 December 2008

ANAT is partnering with GetUp to prevent the Australian Governments proposed internet censoring scheme. Please show your support and add your signature to the petition.

Big Bang for Australian Media Arts! - 11 November 2008

Media art has proliferated and blossomed in Australia, with a spectacular survey of playful and political, intellectually and visually engaging media works currently being exhibited at the Premier's National New Media Art Award at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA) in Brisbane.

Nanoart: Making the Invisible Visible - 31 October 2008

This month's discussion explores artists‚ engagement with nanotechnologies. As well as an exploration of artistic projects, the list will investigate some of the pressing issues arising from the proliferation of nanoscale technologies - for example, implications of the inability to control affect at the nano level and the peculiar challenges facing artists working with these technologies, not least the 'invisibility' of their practice both literally and figuratively.

"Clean Feeds" on Australian Artists - 27 October 2008

The Australian Government will soon introduce a whole of Internet filtering system under the auspices of child Cyber-Safety, requiring Internet Service Providers to filter out content identified as prohibited by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).

Coded Cloth - 23 October 2008

An interactive exhibition curated by ANAT Executive Director, Melinda Rackham. A 21st century revolution in fashion, art and design, showcasing new-media textiles.

Innovative? We have been for years... - 7 October 2008

Artists and scientists approach creativity, exploration and research in different ways and from different perspectives; when working together they open up new ways of seeing, experiencing and interpreting the world around us. ANAT is pleased to announce the successful residencies for 2008/09.

Embracing Anode - 24 September 2008

The Australian Network for Art and Technology (ANAT)'s Embracing Sound Program (ESP) is pleased to be associated with Anode and a presenter of the Field Trip program.

Our Space; Our Future Press Release - 16 September 2008

Dialogues surrounding the artistic and political uses of public space are vital for creating a healthy cultural environment. The Australian Network for Art and Technology (ANAT) are committed to this growth. Two upcoming Australian events Electrofringe and Making Links will present two very different perspectives on our space and our future.

Sustaining Ecologies eList September Discussion - 28 August 2008

This month's discussion focuses on the role of artists in bringing to popular consciousness arguably the biggest issue facing this and future generations: how do we halt the negative impact of humans on their complex and (increasingly) fragile ecosystems? Throughout the month we'll also be pointing to work we think is particularly compelling in its approach to contemporary and imagined interactions between humans and their environments.

Subversive in China‚ Mainstream in Adelaide - 22 August 2008

James, co-founder of Graffiti Research Lab (GRL) was detained by Chinese Authorities while preparing an intervention in support of the Students for a Free Tibet protest. His current whereabouts remain unknown.

I3 International, Interdisciplinary, Innovative - 17 July 2008

22nd - 24th of July 2008 - artsactive think-tank, hosted by SymbioticA in Perth, Western Australia. 26 July 2008 - Way to Go: The impact of process on artists' residencies in science and research settings, presented by Vicki Sowry, art research science Program Manager at ANAT at ISEA Singapore.

2008 Synapse Residency Call - 15 July 2008

ANAT is calling for proposals from media artists and science organisations to take part in the 2008 Synapse Residency program, supporting intensive partnerships between Australian media artists and science and research organisations in Australia and beyond.

Singapore Fling - ANAT catapults artists internationally - 30 June 2008

The following outstanding artists have been selected to receive ANATs Professional Development Travel Grant funding for ISEA 2008 in Singapore; Priscilla Bracks (QLD), Narayana Takacs (VIC), Narinda Reeders (VIC) and Margaret Seymour (NSW).

Tracking Change - Contemporary Cartographies - 30 June 2008

The July eList will discuss the changing landscape of cartography and survey the innovative work being produced at the cross-roads of art, mapping, geography and the social body.

Thinking Inside the Box - Cognition and Artificial Intelligence - 29 May 2008

Throughout June the Synapse elist discussed cognition and artificial intelligence and, specifically, artistic engagement with these research arenas.

Synapse May eList release - Impairment & Augmentation - 29 April 2008

The use of augmenting technologies for different types of bodies results in very different things. Issues related to functional impairment and the use of prostheses to extend ability are not the same as those raised by the use of prostheses to achieve a type of ‚ 'super-functionality' on the one hand, or to question what bodies are and could be, on the other.

Graffiti Research Lab - A 'How to' Guide to Charming Authorities - 6 March 2008

New York based Graffiti Research Lab have landed on the streets (and walls) of an unsuspecting Adelaide - arming its residents with their trademark LED Throwies, laser tags and a fascinating guide to charming authorities.

Portable_Worlds_second edition - 5 March 2008

The innovative Second Edition extends the program while featuring the same high-quality education program and a two-year touring programme of nine artworks, some stepping beyond the handset screen into an interactive experience.

Seeing the Future of Second Life - 13 February 2008

Julian Stadon (Perth) is currently undertaking a mentorship with Professors Christa Sommerer and Laurent Mignonneau, at the Interface Culture Lab, part of the University of Art and Design, Linz, where he is developing mixed reality systems in Second Life.

2007

Masterclass in Street Art Using Open Source Technologies - 8 November 2007

Evan Roth and James Powderly (Graffiti Research Lab - NY) are dedicated to outfitting street artists with open source technologies for urban communication. The goal of GRL is to technologically empower individuals to creatively alter and reclaim their surroundings from unchecked development and corporate visual culture.

Curious Couplings at Glamorous Launch - 6 September 2007

The scene was set at the swanky Dome Bar in Surry Hills, Sydney - opulent chaise lounges, chandeliers & floor-to-ceiling baroque nude portraits. In the intimate corner bar, couples sat with drinks in hand, impressing their passions upon each other. The bell rang, those on the inside moved onto the next table, taking their place for their next speed date.

Snap! Crackle! Pop! - 13 August 2007

Collaborations between the arts and sciences have the potential to create new knowledge, ideas and processes beneficial to both fields. Artists and scientists approach creativity, exploration and research in different ways and from different perspectives, leading to new experiences and interpretations of the world around us.

ANAT Weaves Global Web - 7 July 2007

ANAT members are currently weaving their magical webs around Australia and the world; producing, presenting and performing creative collaborations and receiving awards and accolades along the journey

Get on your digital soapbox! - 28 June 2007

Australian Network for Art and Technology (ANAT) are holding a series of FREE public forums as part of still/open Program during September in Melbourne, Perth and Brisbane as part of their emerging technology labs.