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05 OPENING / Body Prompting Unpredictability
Archive material from our Opening at Generative Center, Cerchio 91, Besso Lugano - April 4, 2025. Extraordinary exchange and creative energy dance writing dialogue photography ai generation performance.
Il Lupo di Curio
In the ancient Swiss village of Curio, a fearsome black wolf transforms from a terrorizing predator to a revered symbol of redemption and unity when a single act of courage blurs the lines between man and nature, fear and compassion.
ai driven visuals
Storytelling and Digital Content
Our latest showreel unveils the full potential of generative AI in video production, including the intricate creation of human expressions. Blending art and cutting-edge technology, this reel demonstrates our ability to generate dynamic, AI-driven visuals, from breathtaking landscapes to emotionally resonant, lifelike facial expressions. We push the boundaries of storytelling and digital content, where AI brings characters and environments to life in unprecedented ways.
AI WEEK / Performance Partecipativa
Kevin Merz, Artur Schmidt, Felix A. Bachmann and Gionata Zanetta's live performance and creation for "la Carcavésgia" inspired by the Lugano myth of Sonvico, this legend – a figure somewhere between a witch and a malevolent being – becomes the focal point of RIFLESSI. This performance invites reflection on a local legend.film, entirely created on AI Generative technology for AI WEEK, Lugano, 02 December 2024, in collaboration with Luigi Maria Dicorato, Director of the Division of Cultural Activities City of Lugano.
AI WEEK / Seminar & Workshop
Kevin Merz, Artur Schmidt, Felix A. Bachmann present their workflow and research into the use of AI Generative technology for audiovisual creation and filmmaking. AI WEEK, Lugano, 02 December 2024.
AI WEEK / Round Table
Kevin Merz, Artur Schmidt and Felix A. Bachmann present a first work in progress for "Il Lupo di Curio" 14 min. short film, entirely created on AI Generative technology as opening night for AI WEEK, Lugano, 02 December 2024, and in the presence of Lorenzo Erroi, Head of the Department of Culture and Society Radiotelevsione Svizzera Italiana, Luigi Maria Dicorato, Director of the Division of Cultural Activities City of Lugano, and filmmaker Gionata Zanetta.
Ecco delle Leggende / teaser
"Echo of Legends" is an innovative film series merging Switzerland’s rich cultural heritage with cutting-edge AI technology. The series brings legends to life, appealing to diverse audiences through captivating storytelling and groundbreaking visuals.
RILFESSI / participative performance
Created during AI WEEK Lugano, 02 december 2024, by AI artists Artur Schmidt, Kevin Merz and Felix A. Bachmann in collaboration with musician and ai artist Gionata Zanetta, this short film is based on a local myth.
@ Generative Center
Una breve intervista informale di Matteo Fieni durante la visita al Centro Generativo nell'estate 2024, mentre si lavorava alle prime sequenze visive e video per il cortometraggio "Il Lupo di Curio" (14'), interamente realizzato utilizzando tecnologia generativa AI.
RSI Workshop
Thank you RSI for this short post-workshop clip evoking the ambience and good times spent at premises in Comano, Ticino.