Article on My Work from Smbdaily.news
Link to Original Article by Victoria Jenkins: https://smbdaily.news/blogs/artists-news/the-gritty-vibrant-art-of-alex-luyando-a-journey-from-brooklyn-to-ai?_pos=1&_sid=1a7d88262&_ss=r
JUNE 28, 2023 VICTORIA JENKINS
The Gritty, Vibrant Art of Alex Luyando: A Journey from Brooklyn to AI / Alex Luyando: Redefining Urban Art Through Eclectic Experiences
From the pulsating streets of Brooklyn to quiet corners often overlooked, Alex Luyando’s creative vision is as diverse as his life experiences. A multifaceted artist, personal trainer, and writer, he breathes life into the mundane and crafts narratives that provoke thought and spark conversations.
Art samples by Alex Luyando
Deeply Rooted in Brooklyn
As a native of Brooklyn, Alex’s art is a visual anthology of the places he called home — from Sunset Park to Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst to Park Slope. He witnessed extremes of wealth disparity, observed people surviving with bare minimum and those with excessive opulence, and the city’s rawness that often bordered on mayhem. These experiences profoundly shaped his perception of the world and naturally seeped into his artistic expression.
An Unconventional Journey
Alex’s journey to becoming an artist is far from conventional. His early exposure to the arts began with his mandatory cello lessons from sixth to twelfth grade. However, his fascination with photography and video didn’t ignite until his college years and the subsequent period of joblessness. His diverse work experience includes a stint with a magician, a foray into real estate, and currently, personal training. Each of these roles, as disparate as they might seem, has imbued Alex with a unique perspective, which is vividly reflected in his art.
The Art of Seeing the Unseen
Alex finds beauty in the unlikeliest of places and the simplest of things. He is drawn to parts of the city that others might dismiss as desolate or uninviting. His art isn’t about capturing conventionally aesthetic scenes, but about spotlighting the underappreciated and the overlooked. Alex’s vision turns ordinary urban elements into captivating works of art, compelling viewers to engage with them in a new light.
Blending AI and Art
Alex has taken an innovative leap by integrating Artificial Intelligence into his creative process. With hundreds of hours logged on GPT, he utilizes AI for rapid learning, in-depth research, and exploring the limitless possibilities it can offer to art. This intersection of AI, linguistics, coding, and reasoning has opened a new realm of “linguistics-based art” for him. This pioneering approach extends to his writing too, as he develops books discussing AI’s role in various industries.
The Continuous Struggle of an Artist
Despite his numerous creations, Alex confesses to the ongoing struggle of understanding what art truly is and evaluating the quality of his work. His works, such as the enchanting image of a cigarette morphing into the moon or his insightful piece on using ChatGPT for rapid learning, manifest his creative versatility. Still, the artist’s journey is one of perpetual exploration and self-questioning.
Creating to the End
Alex’s future plans for his art are as straightforward as they are profound. He intends to keep making art as long as he can. With his tireless exploration of overlooked urban spaces, his unique combination of personal and professional experiences, and his innovative use of AI, there’s no doubt that his art will continue to inspire and challenge us for many years to come.
