In this special episode of 'Waiting To Be Signed,' the hosts interview Kevin Esherick. They discuss his journey into coding and art, his innovative 'Material' jeans project, and his notable critique on generative art titled 'Generative Anesthetics.' Kevin also shares insights into the current and future landscape of art influenced by blockchain and AI, including his latest project to train an AI to autonomously produce art in his style.

00:00  Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:55  Kevin's Background and Journey into Coding

05:27  Kevin's Collaborative Jeans Project, Material and Introduction to NFTs

16:44  Generative Art Critique and Writing Process

23:13  Community Reactions to 'Generative Anesthetics' and Market Dynamics

37:14  Exploring the Spiritual and Abstract in Art

38:45  Balancing Retinal and Conceptual Art

39:43  Evaluating Art: Historical References and Originality

43:55  AI Art and the Concept of MangleCore

55:23  The Future of AI in Art and Society

Follow Kevin on Twitter @kev_esh and learn more about his work at esherick.studio

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Episode Art: Icarus by Kevin Esherick

Intro & Outro tracks by PixelWank