Image Credit: Courtesy of SIGGRAPH

We are excited to announce that Leonardo Contributor Tamiko Thiel will be a featured presenter on Wednesday, 31 July 2024, at LASER Talks Arts & Sciences: Telluride 2024. The tenth LASER in a series of twevle, this event will connect live with SIGGRAPH in Denver to explore the ecological economics of information. This promises to be an insightful session, highlighting Thiel's ongoing commitment to innovation and interdisciplinary dialogue.

Tamiko Thiel has been honored with the 2024 Distinguished Artist Award for Lifetime Achievement in Digital Art from SIGGRAPH. This prestigious award recognizes Thiel's groundbreaking innovations in virtual and augmented reality art, where she masterfully explores themes of place, space, the body, and cultural memory. Her work has consistently pushed the boundaries of digital art, creating immersive experiences that invite audiences to engage deeply with complex cultural and historical narratives.

Thiel's contributions to the field of digital art have been profound, influencing a generation of artists and technologists. Her pioneering projects have not only showcased the potential of VR and AR technologies but also underscored the importance of integrating artistic vision with technological advancements to explore and reflect on human experiences.

Register for her presentation at LASER Talks Arts & Sciences: Telluride 2024 here.