Exhibition Dates

February 26, 2026
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July 5, 2026

Artist

Ari Dykier

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AUTOMATON II

The word "automaton" comes from the Greek term αὐτόματος, meaning "self-acting," "self-willed," or "self-moving." An automaton is an abstract, self-propelled computing device that follows a predetermined sequence of operations automatically.

Inspired by this concept, AUTOMATONII aims to captivate our playful and collective imaginations, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder. The installation combines vintage, traditional hand-drawn illustrations and animations with cutting-edge digital technology and music, creating a journey that feels both innovative and timeless.

Photo credit: Ari Dykier

About the artist:

Ari Dykier is an award-winning visual artist based in Poland who has presented his work on an international stage since 2013. Having attended Camerimage Film School, Dykier began his career as a filmmaker, where his passion for animated works led him to focus on the creation of audiovisual performance, projection mapping, fulldome and 360° installations, and AR experiences and games for numerous festivals and events. Dykier's recognized works fuse vintage and traditional hand-drawn and surreal illustrations, and a wide range of art genres and digital techniques, to recreate the experience of dreams and oneiric reality.

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