Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin NOAA by Xin Liu, the BMW Group art commission at the 2023 West Bund Art & Design fair in Shanghai Photo courtesy of the artist Calling herself both artist and engineer, Xin Liu sent her wisdom tooth into outer space on a Blue Origin rocket, produced mixed-media sculptures inspired by biological and medical breakthroughs such as cryonics and egg freezing, created the first NFT to be generated in space using an antenna positioned in Hong Kong to capture radio frequencies emitted by decommissioned weather satellites and designed an immersive digital work featuring algorithmically-generated flower-like forms for the Dalmore commission. Often incorporating elements of space exploration, biotechnology and data manipulation, her projects delve into the complexities of human existence and the natural world, as well as personal and collective dreams and ambitions. Liu’s innovative approach challenges traditional boundaries, inviting viewers to consider the profound implications of emerging technologies on society and individual identity.
Through her art, she fosters a dialog about the future of humanity in an increasingly technologically-driven world. How do you come up with the subject matter for your artworks – is there a common theme linking them all? Cosmic metabolism is what I’ve summarized. I have to admit that I kind of ended up here after many years of making works, and when I looked back, this is what I see I have bee.