Exhibitions
THIN LINE: LOVE/HATE RELATIONSHIP WITH AI
(3/8/24 - 5/5/24)
Curated by Patsy Coffey Kline
Featuring the works of Patsy Coffey Kline, Jason Toth, and Gina Washington.
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “There is a thin line between love and hate,” meaning that the emotions of love and hatred can be closely linked. Our world often balances on a knife-edge between these two themes without even noticing. Oddly enough, love and hate activate the same part of the brain. Generative AI represents a growing field that continues to evolve, offering exciting opportunities for innovation as well as serious challenges, thus causing division between those who love it and those who hate it.
The concept that love and hate could be similar emotions is explored through the perspectives of three artists who use AI as a tool to share their unique stories. I think Generative AI art serves a distinct purpose but it can never replace a human or an artist’s ability to create. Nevertheless, it’s fair to say that AI art is beautiful because beauty is in the eye of the beholder Generative AI has many applications, including; Image Generation: Creating realistic images, such as artworks or detailed product prototypes; Text Generation: Writing coherent and contextually relevant text for various purposes, like creative writing or dialogue systems; Music Composition: Composing new pieces of music in a specific style or genre; Data Augmentation: Generating additional training data to enhance the performance of machine learning models; Drug Discovery: Creating molecular structures that can be further explored for pharmaceutical development.
As an artist that uses AI I find it pretty awesome. AI offers a new frontier for artists who use tech in different modes, providing a playful and ominous means of expression. My focus for this exhibition is to spotlight the positive aspects of Generative AI in the arts. While
being sensitive to the ethical challenges AI presents.
In conclusion, the exploration of the thin line between love and hate serves as a thought-provoking backdrop to the evolving landscape of Generative AI. As our world teeters on the edge of these contrasting emotions, it becomes evident that the same neural
pathways activated by love and hate also contribute to the complex reactions towards AI.
Generative AI emerges as a dynamic force, offering both exciting possibilities for innovation and formidable challenges that give rise to a dichotomy of opinions. The division between enthusiasts and skeptics underscores the transformative power of this technology, prompting a deeper examination of its impact on our artistic expressions and societal perceptions.
Through the lens of three artists, the concept of love and hate as analogous emotions finds a unique narrative in the realm of AI. These creators leverage AI as a tool to share their distinct stories, illustrating the symbiotic relationship between human creativity and
technological advancement.
While acknowledging the distinct purpose of Generative AI art, there remains a recognition that it can never replace the innate abilities of a human artist. The exhibition, with its focus on the positive aspects of AI in the arts, sheds light on the playful and ominous ways in which this technology becomes a new frontier for creative expression. In essence, Generative AI opens up a novel form of communication, offering artists a means to express ideas in ways previously unexplored. As we navigate the gray areas presented by AI, it becomes clear that the convergence of technology and art brings forth a realm of endless possibilities, encouraging us to embrace the transformative
potential while remaining mindful of the ethical considerations that accompany this groundbreaking journey.
(3/8/24 - 5/5/24)
Curated by Patsy Coffey Kline
Featuring the works of Patsy Coffey Kline, Jason Toth, and Gina Washington.
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “There is a thin line between love and hate,” meaning that the emotions of love and hatred can be closely linked. Our world often balances on a knife-edge between these two themes without even noticing. Oddly enough, love and hate activate the same part of the brain. Generative AI represents a growing field that continues to evolve, offering exciting opportunities for innovation as well as serious challenges, thus causing division between those who love it and those who hate it.
The concept that love and hate could be similar emotions is explored through the perspectives of three artists who use AI as a tool to share their unique stories. I think Generative AI art serves a distinct purpose but it can never replace a human or an artist’s ability to create. Nevertheless, it’s fair to say that AI art is beautiful because beauty is in the eye of the beholder Generative AI has many applications, including; Image Generation: Creating realistic images, such as artworks or detailed product prototypes; Text Generation: Writing coherent and contextually relevant text for various purposes, like creative writing or dialogue systems; Music Composition: Composing new pieces of music in a specific style or genre; Data Augmentation: Generating additional training data to enhance the performance of machine learning models; Drug Discovery: Creating molecular structures that can be further explored for pharmaceutical development.
As an artist that uses AI I find it pretty awesome. AI offers a new frontier for artists who use tech in different modes, providing a playful and ominous means of expression. My focus for this exhibition is to spotlight the positive aspects of Generative AI in the arts. While
being sensitive to the ethical challenges AI presents.
In conclusion, the exploration of the thin line between love and hate serves as a thought-provoking backdrop to the evolving landscape of Generative AI. As our world teeters on the edge of these contrasting emotions, it becomes evident that the same neural
pathways activated by love and hate also contribute to the complex reactions towards AI.
Generative AI emerges as a dynamic force, offering both exciting possibilities for innovation and formidable challenges that give rise to a dichotomy of opinions. The division between enthusiasts and skeptics underscores the transformative power of this technology, prompting a deeper examination of its impact on our artistic expressions and societal perceptions.
Through the lens of three artists, the concept of love and hate as analogous emotions finds a unique narrative in the realm of AI. These creators leverage AI as a tool to share their distinct stories, illustrating the symbiotic relationship between human creativity and
technological advancement.
While acknowledging the distinct purpose of Generative AI art, there remains a recognition that it can never replace the innate abilities of a human artist. The exhibition, with its focus on the positive aspects of AI in the arts, sheds light on the playful and ominous ways in which this technology becomes a new frontier for creative expression. In essence, Generative AI opens up a novel form of communication, offering artists a means to express ideas in ways previously unexplored. As we navigate the gray areas presented by AI, it becomes clear that the convergence of technology and art brings forth a realm of endless possibilities, encouraging us to embrace the transformative
potential while remaining mindful of the ethical considerations that accompany this groundbreaking journey.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Patsy Coffey Kline
Patsy Coffey Kline was born in Manchester, Kentucky and raised in the greater Cleveland, Ohio area. She received her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art with a major in graphic design and minor in photography, graduating in the top ten percent. Shortly after graduation Kline moved to Tremont where she began a graphic design and marketing firm that supplied gratis services to area nonprofits such as Cleveland Public Theater and Near West Theater. In 2002 she opened her first gallery, Gallery U Cleveland, in the Colonial Marketplace Arcade, downtown Cleveland.
Since 1996 she has focused on curating multi-sensory art exhibitions which include everything from live original music, DJ’s, stilt and luminous dance, to videography, juggling, and card and poetry readings. Kline has facilitated nearly 200 events spotlighting Cleveland and internationally known artists.
Kline is interested in creating a conversation about what holds important in our shared contemporary culture and experience. Trying to prompt an exchange that removes the traditional boundaries imposed by the institutional system or other accepted norms in order to question what it is that brings us together and share intimacy. At the heart of Kline’s work is the idea of establishing relationship; creating new bonds and strengthening old; of the profound difficulty in connecting, repairing, loving. Kline’s work asks one to wonder if those difficulties are not what we need to overcome in order to love, if they are what make love so meaningful. Her work investigates whether minimizing those contradictions and difficulties, is to minimize love itself. Her installations are at first therapy; then art takes over. “It’s the right method for me, turning things to my advantage in order not to suffer from them,” states Kline.
Patsy Kline, “Filters, Fronts, and Facades”, 2022
Artist Statement
This series explores the vicious cycle of our tendency to love hating on the things we love to hate, and to call it love.
Each video contains my image and belongs to a larger series titled “Filters, Fronts, & Facades,” which began in 2020. I start with one of three analog images I have taken of myself, then filter through various applications, including AI and Instagram filters, until I feel it is complete.
Patsy Coffey Kline was born in Manchester, Kentucky and raised in the greater Cleveland, Ohio area. She received her BFA from the Cleveland Institute of Art with a major in graphic design and minor in photography, graduating in the top ten percent. Shortly after graduation Kline moved to Tremont where she began a graphic design and marketing firm that supplied gratis services to area nonprofits such as Cleveland Public Theater and Near West Theater. In 2002 she opened her first gallery, Gallery U Cleveland, in the Colonial Marketplace Arcade, downtown Cleveland.
Since 1996 she has focused on curating multi-sensory art exhibitions which include everything from live original music, DJ’s, stilt and luminous dance, to videography, juggling, and card and poetry readings. Kline has facilitated nearly 200 events spotlighting Cleveland and internationally known artists.
Kline is interested in creating a conversation about what holds important in our shared contemporary culture and experience. Trying to prompt an exchange that removes the traditional boundaries imposed by the institutional system or other accepted norms in order to question what it is that brings us together and share intimacy. At the heart of Kline’s work is the idea of establishing relationship; creating new bonds and strengthening old; of the profound difficulty in connecting, repairing, loving. Kline’s work asks one to wonder if those difficulties are not what we need to overcome in order to love, if they are what make love so meaningful. Her work investigates whether minimizing those contradictions and difficulties, is to minimize love itself. Her installations are at first therapy; then art takes over. “It’s the right method for me, turning things to my advantage in order not to suffer from them,” states Kline.
Patsy Kline, “Filters, Fronts, and Facades”, 2022
Artist Statement
This series explores the vicious cycle of our tendency to love hating on the things we love to hate, and to call it love.
Each video contains my image and belongs to a larger series titled “Filters, Fronts, & Facades,” which began in 2020. I start with one of three analog images I have taken of myself, then filter through various applications, including AI and Instagram filters, until I feel it is complete.
Jason Toth In this exhibition, my journey from the depths of self-hatred to the heights of self-love unfolds alongside a contemplation of our entwined destinies with artificial intelligence. This narrative delves into the precarious balance between love and hate—a theme that not only mirrors my personal transformation but also our collective engagement with technological advancement.
The artworks presented are manifestations of intense emotional landscapes, where the thin line between love and hate is both a personal and a technological frontier. They explore how quickly passion can turn to disdain, how deeply held affection can morph into animosity, and how our embrace of artificial intelligence can shift from awe to alarm. This delicate balance is a testament to the intensity of our emotions and the fragility of our convictions, highlighting the need for vigilance in our emotional and ethical engagements. Each piece is a reflection on the ease with which we can traverse from love to hate and back, often without realizing it. This journey is not linear but a spectrum of experiences and emotions, marked by moments of clarity and confusion alike. Through a blend of colors, textures, and mediums, I aim to capture the essence of this delicate balance, inviting viewers to ponder the fluidity of their own emotions and the ethical implications of our intertwined lives with AI. This collection serves as a reminder of the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in navigating the complexities of love, hate, and technology. It underscores the importance of maintaining a balance, recognizing the potential for transformation within ourselves and in our relationship with the machines we create. In sharing this journey, I hope to inspire reflection on the thin lines that define our emotional landscapes and our future with technology, urging a mindful approach to the way we love, hate, and innovate.
The artworks presented are manifestations of intense emotional landscapes, where the thin line between love and hate is both a personal and a technological frontier. They explore how quickly passion can turn to disdain, how deeply held affection can morph into animosity, and how our embrace of artificial intelligence can shift from awe to alarm. This delicate balance is a testament to the intensity of our emotions and the fragility of our convictions, highlighting the need for vigilance in our emotional and ethical engagements. Each piece is a reflection on the ease with which we can traverse from love to hate and back, often without realizing it. This journey is not linear but a spectrum of experiences and emotions, marked by moments of clarity and confusion alike. Through a blend of colors, textures, and mediums, I aim to capture the essence of this delicate balance, inviting viewers to ponder the fluidity of their own emotions and the ethical implications of our intertwined lives with AI. This collection serves as a reminder of the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in navigating the complexities of love, hate, and technology. It underscores the importance of maintaining a balance, recognizing the potential for transformation within ourselves and in our relationship with the machines we create. In sharing this journey, I hope to inspire reflection on the thin lines that define our emotional landscapes and our future with technology, urging a mindful approach to the way we love, hate, and innovate.
Gina Washington
Gina Washington was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated with an MFA in Photography from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. She considers herself “a Child of the Universe” and has traveled to many places collecting images and connecting artists.
Gina has exhibited her work nationally and internationally. Most recently, she was awarded a residency with Akron Soul Train Art Museum and the Cleveland Foundation Equity in the Arts Fund grant as she creates art “by any means necessary.” She is the
founder of Mateza Gallery LLC on Etsy and, as a master collaborator, co-founded The Visit Arts Collective. Ultimately her goal is to bring clarity and solutions to the chaos in the world through art and to make art accessible to all people, especially the disenfranchised and underrepresented in the global community.
Gina Washington was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated with an MFA in Photography from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio. She considers herself “a Child of the Universe” and has traveled to many places collecting images and connecting artists.
Gina has exhibited her work nationally and internationally. Most recently, she was awarded a residency with Akron Soul Train Art Museum and the Cleveland Foundation Equity in the Arts Fund grant as she creates art “by any means necessary.” She is the
founder of Mateza Gallery LLC on Etsy and, as a master collaborator, co-founded The Visit Arts Collective. Ultimately her goal is to bring clarity and solutions to the chaos in the world through art and to make art accessible to all people, especially the disenfranchised and underrepresented in the global community.
SOLO SHOW SELECTION
(5/9/24 - 6/22/24)
Kaiser Gallery is proud to announce Meryl Engler for our 2024 Solo Show Selection.
Join us for an enchanting journey through hidden landscapes and personal narratives of Meryl Engler. Originally from Huntington Beach, California, Meryl's prints unveil intimate moments in vibrant woodcut layers. Inspired by the interplay between environment and human connection, her work is a testament to the beauty of our surroundings.
With a background in sculpture, printmaking, and papermaking, Meryl merges mediums to push the boundaries of traditional printmaking. Delve into her latest series, "I Had Been Young, Vol. 4" where self-portraiture, avian symbolism, and quilt motifs intertwine to tell stories of transformation and protection. Experience the physicality and intimacy of woodcut prints, alongside mixed media works and relief carvings.
Join us for the opening reception of I Had Been Young on Thursday., May 9, from 6 - 9 PM at Kaiser Gallery.
Exhibition Details: May 9 - June 22, 2024
Opening Reception: May 9, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Ink & Drink: June 7, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM **Make prints with Meryl Engler at Kaiser Gallery!
Meryl Engler grew up in Huntington Beach, California and moved to Akron, Ohio in fall 2019. Meryl attended Syracuse University where she studied sculpture, printmaking, religious studies and history, while also competing on the women’s rowing team. Next she went to graduate school at University of Nebraska-Lincoln for studio art with an emphasis in printmaking. This is where she developed her love of colorful woodcut prints, often using pattern and repetition. She is inspired by hidden landscapes in our environment and the relationships we form to it and each other. In 2022 she started working at the Morgan Conservatory and learned Eastern and Western papermaking techniques and now incorporates papermaking into her print work. She has shown both nationally and internationally. Meryl seeks to push the limits of printmaking and combine different art mediums in new and exciting ways.
Artist Statement
As an artist specializing in woodcut, I create multi-layered prints that evoke intimate and magical moments within the concealed landscapes of our surroundings. Woodcut is incredibly physical and energetic, but also requires a level of intimacy and care in carving each mark. The resulting work is subtle and bold, careful and rash, reflecting my own state of being as the artist. Each one of my series chronicles a relationship, either with a person, place or specific time period of my life. I find that I remember things in landscapes. I remember playing in the ocean as a child, watching the light dance along the waves. I remember the piles of fabric surrounding my mother as she sat to sew blankets. In my mind the patterns from a quilt she makes becomes rolling fields or crashing waves. In my latest ongoing series, "I Had Been Young," I felt compelled to delve into my personal narrative spanning the past few years using self-portraiture, interactions with birds that are seen as messengers of change and transformation, quilts to convey protection and caring, and images of one very peculiar tree that captured my fascination upon moving to Akron. This iteration of “I Had Been Young” will include large scale woodcut prints, mixed media works on paper, and relief wood carvings of birds that fly around the walls.
As an artist specializing in woodcut, I create multi-layered prints that evoke intimate and magical moments within the concealed landscapes of our surroundings. Woodcut is incredibly physical and energetic, but also requires a level of intimacy and care in carving each mark. The resulting work is subtle and bold, careful and rash, reflecting my own state of being as the artist. Each one of my series chronicles a relationship, either with a person, place or specific time period of my life. I find that I remember things in landscapes. I remember playing in the ocean as a child, watching the light dance along the waves. I remember the piles of fabric surrounding my mother as she sat to sew blankets. In my mind the patterns from a quilt she makes becomes rolling fields or crashing waves. In my latest ongoing series, "I Had Been Young," I felt compelled to delve into my personal narrative spanning the past few years using self-portraiture, interactions with birds that are seen as messengers of change and transformation, quilts to convey protection and caring, and images of one very peculiar tree that captured my fascination upon moving to Akron. This iteration of “I Had Been Young” will include large scale woodcut prints, mixed media works on paper, and relief wood carvings of birds that fly around the walls.
GURUSHOTS: Cleveland Photo Exhibition
June 28th - 30th
Opening reception: June 28, 7 - 10 pm
GuruShots is excited to be back in the USA for the first ever GuruShots exhibition in Cleveland!
Showcasing the diverse talent of photographers spanning 30+ countries, Kaiser Gallery will be hosting the remarkable collection of 80 printed works (and a wealth of digital winners).
GuruShots is a digital platform that gives photographers from around the world an opportunity to submit their work for a variety of thematic photo challenges every day. They seek to motivate, challenge, inspire, and empower photographers to expand their careers and exposure to a broader audience. Winning shots are chosen to be shown in GuruShots Exhibitions, held in major cities all over the world
Opening reception:
Friday 28 June 7pm-10pm
Opening hours:
Saturday 29, 4pm-10pm & Sunday 30 October, 4 - 8 pm
Where:
Kaiser Gallery, 2418 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
We invite you to join us for drinks and celebrations during our opening reception on Friday 28 October at 7pm.
June 28th - 30th
Opening reception: June 28, 7 - 10 pm
GuruShots is excited to be back in the USA for the first ever GuruShots exhibition in Cleveland!
Showcasing the diverse talent of photographers spanning 30+ countries, Kaiser Gallery will be hosting the remarkable collection of 80 printed works (and a wealth of digital winners).
GuruShots is a digital platform that gives photographers from around the world an opportunity to submit their work for a variety of thematic photo challenges every day. They seek to motivate, challenge, inspire, and empower photographers to expand their careers and exposure to a broader audience. Winning shots are chosen to be shown in GuruShots Exhibitions, held in major cities all over the world
Opening reception:
Friday 28 June 7pm-10pm
Opening hours:
Saturday 29, 4pm-10pm & Sunday 30 October, 4 - 8 pm
Where:
Kaiser Gallery, 2418 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
We invite you to join us for drinks and celebrations during our opening reception on Friday 28 October at 7pm.
Descendants
July 11th - September 7th
Guest Curator: Connie Pieper
Kaiser Gallery invites submissions for the “Descendants” Exhibition. We are seeking submissions reflecting the complex heritage of our community members. Submissions may reflect personal narratives, family stories, cultural roots, etc. This exhibition seeks to highlight our diverse heritage and personal journeys that comprise our community. Both emerging and established artists are encouraged to submit their artwork.
Accepted Media: All 2D and 3D mediums are welcome
Opening reception:
Friday, July 12 6pm-9pm
July 11th - September 7th
Guest Curator: Connie Pieper
Kaiser Gallery invites submissions for the “Descendants” Exhibition. We are seeking submissions reflecting the complex heritage of our community members. Submissions may reflect personal narratives, family stories, cultural roots, etc. This exhibition seeks to highlight our diverse heritage and personal journeys that comprise our community. Both emerging and established artists are encouraged to submit their artwork.
Accepted Media: All 2D and 3D mediums are welcome
Opening reception:
Friday, July 12 6pm-9pm