Dialogues

Diálogos: Maria Arnal

In this Encounters episode, artist María Arnal delves into the creative process behind Ama, her first solo show, born from a deep exploration of voice, sound, and cutting-edge technology. Collaborating with the Barcelona Supercomputing Center, Arnal has developed a way to clone her own voice using AI, crafting a new instrument through a careful and artisanal approach. The conversation focuses on the creative potential of artificial intelligence when approached critically and responsibly. Rather than relying on massive AI models, Arnal emphasizes the importance of understanding how these tools work and using them to enhance, not replace, artistic identity. In Ama, this vision extends to the stage, where she incorporates a digital instrument that allows dancers' movements to modulate her cloned voice, creating an immersive and multisensory performance. This reflection invites us to reconsider the creative possibilities that emerge from the intersection of art and technology. Projects like this support artistic research, encourage critical thinking, and pave the way for innovative creations where experimentation and expression go hand in hand.