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A Confluence of Art, Technology, and Society

In 2023, FURNA continued exploring digital art, blending technology with creativity to tackle global challenges. Showcasing projects that utilized augmented reality (AR) and other digital tools, FURNA emphasized the power of innovation in addressing issues like climate change and migration, underlining the vital role of digital arts in engaging with contemporary societal concerns.

DARV Art & Technology Workshop: Bridging Realities

Engaging Public Spaces with AR

One of the highlights was the DARV Art & Technology Workshop, which brought together artists, teachers, and students in a collaborative effort to create and implement AR art projects. Over three months, participants received mentorship, culminating in a vibrant exhibition in Arad, Romania. This workshop illustrated the transformative potential of integrating AR into public art, fostering a unique interaction between the audience and the immersive digital creations.

Collaboration Spotlight: KIMÆRA MNMNTS

Merging Digital with Physical

The KIMÆRA project, initiated by Kinema Ikon, developed an interactive digital meta-installation with multiple authors in the context of the Timisoara 2023 - European Capital of Culture program. Kinema Ikon and DARV collaborated on an Augmented Reality (AR) experience showcasing a digital monument representing the interactive installation in various places in Arad, Timisoara and Bucharest. This collaboration was also presented in the context of Ars Electronica Gardens 2023 in Linz.

Coming up

FURNA's 2023 Annual Program has provided valuable insights into integrating art with technology, focusing on societal themes. Next week, we invite you to join us for an update on our evolving project series, DARV Steps Untold, where we’ll share the latest developments.