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Editor’s Note

With so much talk about technology lately, Bringing the conversation back to our own
we are excited to share this term’s edition of campus, we also sat down with our Visual
The St. Marian, centered around the theme Arts students and teachers. They shared
“Artistic Intelligence”. While the world their recent experiences of learning and
is captivated by Artificial Intelligence, teaching art today, alongside their thoughts
we want to turn our attention to a on generated imagery. Their interviews
different kind of “AI”. Within these pages, explore the growing intersection of digital
algorithms and traditional mediums,
we look closely at the raw, authentic human examining how these new technologies
artistry that brings meaning to our creative are changing the way art is created and
spaces.
understood.
Our articles make you pause and think Complementing these artistic perspectives,
about what it truly means to create. the Your Voice section features a deeply
As algorithms become more capable of relatable piece by 5F Phoebe Pun. Focusing
generating images, we feel it is more on the silent weight of a student, her piece
important than ever to remember that true illustrates the pressure of trying to be perfect
art comes from lived experiences, heartfelt and living up to everyone’s expectations. Her
emotions, and human intent. This is not writing reminds us that, much like art, our
about fearing technological advancement, personal growth is a journey that cannot be
but about holding onto the unique spirit forced into a perfect formula.
behind our work. As you read through these pages, you will
realize that navigating this evolving digital
We begin this journey with an inspiring landscape requires us to strike a balance.
conversation with our graduate, Ms Zoe We want to encourage you to use these new
Kwok, who is now working as a designer tools carefully, treating them as helpers
in Sweden. We caught up with her to trace rather than shortcuts that replace our own
her path from her school days here to her creative voices. Moving forward together,
creative life abroad. Zoe offers a genuine we hope you will be inspired to respect and
view on AI-generated art, sharing how it is protect genuine artistry. Let’s make sure
actively reshaping the design industry and the AI we value most is always our own
why authentic human perspective remains Artistic Intelligence.
undoubtedly irreplaceable. 4F Gailey Cheung