Tom Joyce, originally from Keokuk, Iowa, and now based in the New York City area, is recognized for his gestural paintings that integrate digital and traditional methods. His creative process begins with painting software and generative AI, leveraging chance and accident to enhance spontaneity before translating these digital sketches into physical artworks. By merging gestural abstraction with logical, geometric structures, Joyce explores the balance between chance and control, questioning the spontaneity of AI-generated gestures and rethinking artistic intent.
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Joyce’s work reflects his broader inquiry into the relationship between consumer culture and art, engaging with cultural artifacts and digital aesthetics. The transformation of virtual compositions into physical forms often presents technical challenges, which he addresses through unexpected creative solutions. His practice ultimately mediates the evolving role of the artist, challenging conventional ideas of creativity and authenticity in an era shaped by digital tools and artificial intelligence.