EPISODE · Feb 4, 2026 · 34 MIN
Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 3: Whose art is it anyway?
from Investec Focus Radio SA · host Investec
When ideas meet machines and many hands shape one work, where does creativity begin? In episode 3 of Art in Focus series 2, Investec’s Tristanne Farrell invites curator Antonia Strauss, artist Aaron Philander and gallerist Brett Bellairs to unpack how technology is transforming not just into how art is made and sold, but how it’s experienced and valued. From AI to VR, African artists are engaging with tech and repurposing in new ways, challenging traditional notions of originality and artistic value. KEY MOMENTS: 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Meet the Guests: Antonia, Aaron, and Brett 01:27 Personal journeys into the art world 06:37 Artistic voice, collectors and emerging practice 09:58 Challenges and opportunities for young artists 11:40 The Role of AI and technology in contemporary art 13:11 What makes an artwork an original? 16:25 The Ship of Theseus and art restoration 18:05 Conceptual art and temporal nature 19:24 The Lost Leonardo and authorship 21:30 Found objects and personal narratives 23:47 The future of digital and AI art 25:20 Protecting artists' intellectual property 26:08 Trends and movements in the art market 28:15 Encouraging young collectors 30:28 Dream art collections 32:30 Conclusion Investec Focus Radio SA
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When ideas meet machines and many hands shape one work, where does creativity begin? In episode 3 of Art in Focus series 2, Investec’s Tristanne Farrell invites curator Antonia Strauss, artist Aaron Philander and gallerist Brett Bellairs to unpack how technology is transforming not just into how art is made and sold, but how it’s experienced and valued. From AI to VR, African artists are engaging with tech and repurposing in new ways, challenging traditional notions of originality and artistic value. KEY MOMENTS: 00:00 Introduction 00:52 Meet the Guests: Antonia, Aaron, and Brett 01:27 Personal journeys into the art world 06:37 Artistic voice, collectors and emerging practice 09:58 Challenges and opportunities for young artists 11:40 The Role of AI and technology in contemporary art 13:11 What makes an artwork an original? 16:25 The Ship of Theseus and art restoration 18:05 Conceptual art and temporal nature 19:24 The Lost Leonardo and authorship 21:30 Found objects and personal narratives 23:47 The future of digital and AI art 25:20 Protecting artists' intellectual property 26:08 Trends and movements in the art market 28:15 Encouraging young collectors 30:28 Dream art collections 32:30 Conclusion
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Art in Focus Series 2 | Ep 3: Whose art is it anyway?
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