Close-Up IV 1966

Editor: So, this is Harold Cohen's *Close-Up IV*, held at the Tate. It's a wild mix of purples, greens, and squiggly lines. Honestly, it feels kind of psychedelic. What do you see in this piece? Curator: I see a challenge to the traditional power dynamics of the art world. Cohen was deeply interested in artificial intelligence and how machines could create art. Does this piece disrupt our notions of artistic genius? Editor: That's interesting. So, you're saying the meaning isn't necessarily in the image itself, but in the questions it raises about who gets to be an artist? Curator: Precisely. This piece isn't just about aesthetics; it's about democratizing artmaking, challenging the idea of the solitary, inspired genius, and opening up space for new voices and perspectives. Did Cohen succeed? What do you think? Editor: Wow, I hadn’t thought about it that way. It makes me wonder about the role of technology in art today and who it empowers. Curator: Exactly. It's a conversation that continues to evolve.