Statement of Intent 

My professional journey started at the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts. By the end of my first academic year, I became fascinated by the concept of adding motion into stillness and incorporated motion pictures into my artistic process. During this period, I also focused on conceptual and digital art, exploring the philosophical incorporation of (e)motion and time into still imagery. The infusion of motion into stillness was the primary concept behind my work, cultivating a fascination with the dynamic interplay between visual elements and temporal dimensions.Throughout my second academic year at the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts, my skills as a digital and analog artist expanded and incorporated influences from distinguished artists such as MarcelDuchamp, Nam June Paik, Pipilotti Rist, Bill Viola, and many others. I also developed a desire for my art to absorb and represent a comprehensive understanding of the human history of art, spanning from ancient rock carvings to contemporary robotics.Upon completing my studies at the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts, I achieved mastery in analog painting and digital art. Consequently, my focus transitioned from using the motion picture as a manifestation of conceptual time into a device for narrative storytelling, leading me into the realm of filmmaking. This opened up new artistic possibilities for me to abstract time and space in my art. I turned this shift from fine artist to filmmaker into an ongoing conceptual art project entitled"Duchamp’s Last Riddle." This idea originated from the early stages of my career when I was fascinated by the immersive power of motion pictures as well as conceptual art, philosophy, and the art of thinking. In this project, I aimed to synthesize these interests into a unified artistic practice of both film and art. My works caught the attention of David Lynch, who granted me a full-ride scholarship at the David Lynch MFA in Film program. Under his mentorship, I grew into an academically trained Film Director.In my current artistic process, I am driven by a profound curiosity in exploring the nexus between art and science.Artists throughout history have played a pivotal role in advancing scientific progress by transcending traditional boundaries and fostering interdisciplinary connections. From the anatomical sketches ofLeonardo da Vinci to the visionary speculations of Jules Verne, artists have not merely mirrored scientific advancements but have actively shaped and predicted them. Their creative endeavors serve as precursors to groundbreaking discoveries, establishing an enduring symbiosis between art and science.In essence, the profound impact creative thinking has on science lies in its capacity to inspire, innovate, and bridge the gap between the analytical and the imaginative.Samuel Morse’s invention of the telegraph and Morse code is an excellent example of how artistic vision can ignite scientific innovation, as well as how creative contributions humanize science.Formerly a successful visual artist, he was on a transatlantic voyage when he received news that his wife was sick. The news reached him late enough that by the time he returned home, she had already passed. It was this tragedy that spurred him to invent the telegraph. The telegraph is thus a powerful example of the emotional and cultural dimensions behind technological development.. 2Furthermore, Morse’s ability to seamlessly transition from the realm of art to that of invention underscores the value of a creative mindset in shaping technological breakthroughs.In pursuing a Ph.D. at IDSVA, I would like to focus on the interplay between art and science, examining the contributions of visionary artists to scientific progress throughout history. I will contextualize art as a precursor to scientific innovation, proving that art is science, referencing pioneers like Morse, Cujan and others. My research will explore beyond conventional boundaries, investigating archaeological discoveries that shed light on the birth of abstract geometry, robotics, and the upcoming moral, ethical, and philosophical questions of AI’s presence in the Art field.I am currently experimenting with the integration of AI into my artistic practice, along with VR and AR technologies and robotics to observe the birth of a new type of art that is generated entirely by intelligent algorithms. I am also interested in observing the AI phenomenon with an ontological lens to explore how AI is changing the collective perception of civilization.The goal of my studies in the Ph.D. program at IDSVA will be to emphasize the continuity of the art-science relationship across various historical periods, connecting the dots between ancient geometric carvings, contemporary examples of artistic foresight, and modern technological advancements. By highlighting the importance of incorporating creative thinking into scientific endeavors, I believe my research will encourage a more inclusive and diverse scientific community that will welcome new perspectives from broader cultural and artistic backgrounds. It will show the crucial role of artists in shaping both historical and modern fields of science and culminate in a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected nature of human creativity and the pursuit of knowledge.