The installation simulates a military tradeshow display, evoking the glossy presentations of defense technology companies. Visitors step into a simulated command center, where they interact with a locally hosted LLM, which is a crucial ethical safeguard. Unlike online models, our system is entirely offline: no data or content leaves the device, and no output can be weaponized beyond the installation.
Generative Persuasion is a collaboration with Derek Curry. The project was created for the 2024 Getty PST ART: Art & Science Collide program in Los Angeles, with the support of curators Liz Gordon and Krista Blake. Further support for development has been provided by MSU Museum curators Mark Sullivan and Caroline White for the Blurred Realities exhibition, and Beall Center for Art + Technology curator David Familian for the Disruptive Cultures: Affect and Effects in Social Media exhibition.
