Matthias Ring

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Algorithms & apparatuses, magic & meanness. Even when you’ve figured out the mechanism, the tricks still work.

Two people standing in front of a beached whale.
Purple deck chairs and orange crates on a pontoon overlooking the Elbe river in Hamburg on a cloudy day.
The video shows a pencil sketch-style illustration of a boat battling stormy seas. Attached to the boat is the head of a MAGA man shouting into the waves. The poem adaptation: I believe the waves will swallow The sailor and his boat below. And with his words so hollow, The MAGA man caused this woe.
Close-up of an obscure 40yo sad hairdresser contest looser sitting next to a training mannequin, meticulous photorealistic still lifes, quietly morbid, hairdressing competition, haircore, neorealist-surrealist, imbalance scene, subversive public installation, agfa 1970s 35mm, ai generated
middle close-up woman black dress putting flowers in a vase, Flower Arranging as Master Class, subversive public installations, video ai generated; text Why AI-SLOP right now?
Photograph of a small, ambiguous artistic object presented as a still life. The artwork is modest in scale, placed on a wodden table. Next to the object, slightly off to the side, lies a small card or business-card-sized label, casually placed, reading "Why AI-SLOP right now?". The text is secondary, understated, almost incidental. Neutral poetic lighting, quiet obscure setting. Conceptual art photography, subtle distance, observational tone.
Four black-and-white portraits of a young man performing a simple magic trick with a ball, arranged in a 2×2 grid. Yellow text reads: ‘How to cheat at everything – and lost it all with AI.’ The scene echoes vintage instructional magic photography.
fiction / AI-generated Content Trailer Text - Sir Roger Penrose, University of Oxford. In this seminar, he encourages his students to make their first steps visible. Sketches, models, and experiments – unfinished, fragile, yet of lasting significance. What is examined here is an aesthetic of the unfinished. A beauty that does not reside in professional polish, but in the provisional itself. At a time when almost everything is expected to appear smooth and perfected, here imperfection is deliberately preserved. The seminar is entitled »Prospective Naiveté«. It resists the trap of professionalism. For professionalism creates norms, expectations, uniform forms. »Prospective Naiveté, by contrast, recognises the value of misunderstanding. Error, rupture, and detour are not concealed, but declared the very engines of thought. This film series presents a number of the works. Fragile, provisional – and precisely in that, full of promise.
Satirical poster for Vibe Coding – Starts Here, partly created with AI: a man stands wistfully in a meadow next to a sign reading “STARTS HERE” — parodying the decline of manual coding and critical thinking in tech.
2 petits singes qui se battent en vidéo en boucle
AI-generated image: Hand position for an animal shadow puppet, where the cast shadow should show the shape of an monster, which fails.
This is a satirical film poster for 'Vibe Coding – Starts Here'. It shows a man in a meadow, standing melancholically next to a sign that reads 'STARTS HERE'. The poster parodies the replacement of manual programming with AI, presenting it as a tragic film about the loss of manual skills and critical thinking in the tech industry.
Old man with three dolls.
4 rotten red basecaps.
Black and white image of a large, toppled statue head of Donald Trump lying among rubble and plant debris. Above the image, in pink lettering: "The Monument to the Third Term". Below, in blue lettering: "This is what the end of MAGA looks like."
Surreal illustration of 'Sanewashing': identical-looking figures in business suits relax on a beach, their heads replaced by inflated orange balloons, the rear balloons much smaller than the dominant balloon in the foreground. Text appears at the bottom: Sanewashing: Inflate Pea Brains.
This black and white photograph shows a scene with a young woman still in profile, focused in the foreground, drawing attention to a tiny fairy hovering in the middle ground. The fairy, with its delicate wings, is clear and seems to be the main focus. The background here is a darker forest, further emphasizing a sense of magic and otherworldliness.
photo from woman Cardboard Advanced Graphics Cardboard Cutout with Stand Function. Cardboard standing by the river, vintage photo, vintage film, grainy film - ai generated
A female hand touches a small round mirror and appears in the mirror at the same time. A double image is created: hand and mirrored hand. However, as the image was created with the help of AI, the reflection of the hand is incorrect and shifted.
This image shows what appears to be the shadow cast by a man standing alone in casual clothing. The contrast between the dark shadow and the ground is striking. The lighting suggests that the image was taken on a sunny day, creating a sharp, well-defined shadow. The composition is minimalist and artistic, focussing on the interplay of light and shadow. The image was created with the help of AI. The shadow cast by the man is incorrect and slightly out of focus.
This picture is an illustration of a stormy sea scene. The drawing shows a sailing boat battling the rough water, with the boat leaning to the right. The boat bears the inscription ‘USA’ on its hull. Threatening black clouds and seagulls can be seen in the background, flying over the boat and emphasising the turbulent atmosphere. A face reminiscent of an American politician can be seen in the boat. The waves are crashing violently around the boat. Below the drawing, a poem can be read on a yellow background: "I believe the waves will take Both sailor and boat below. And with his mighty roaring, The MAGA man caused this woe." The combination of image and text suggests a metaphorical or political commentary on turmoil or crises.
Political collage on a yellow background featuring multiple figures, a important female figure and the prominent word "Don't." against background. Features purple-clad figures with symbols of peace contrasting with militaristic elements (tank, ax). Message warns against making peace with warmongers. The message at the bottom against a pink highlight: "Many voices will urge us to make peace with those who want to make war on us."
This image shows a collage with a light blue background. At the centre of the image is a group of people, both men and women, dressed in a variety of colourful clothing, marching together and holding an American flag. They convey a sense of unity and determination as they move forward. In the background to the left is a depiction of the US Capitol building, adding a context of government and democracy. Overlaid on the right of the background are percentages and state names from an electoral map, emphasising the importance of voting and representation. The bold text at the bottom of the image reads "Democracy survives because we will", highlighted in yellow, and the smaller text below reads "And this is how it looks". The overall mood of the image is optimistic, emphasising the collective effort required to sustain democracy.
This image depicts a dramatic scene against a light pink, slightly textured background. On the left, a woman dressed in military camouflage and wearing black boxing gloves is in a fighting stance, embodying strength and determination. On the right, a man in a submissive or defensive posture wears a white T-shirt with the word "LOSER" printed on it and beige trousers. Behind them is a prominently displayed American flag and a voting sticker that reads "VOTE 2024". A checkbox with a tick emphasises the election theme. Bold text at the bottom reads "Every single vote really, really matters", highlighted in blue, and smaller text below reads "And this is how it looks". The image metaphorically depicts a struggle between empowerment and defeat, emphasising the critical importance of every vote in a democratic process.
The image shows a woman posing with one arm raised, playfully displaying a shark fin - presumably attached to her back - over her shoulder. She is wearing a shimmering bikini top that accentuates her shoulder. Set outdoors against a dark, softly lit backdrop, the mood is relaxed and intimate. The muted tones from a black and white filter, add to the artistic feel.
A woman, whether a mannequin or a person, stands front and centre in a black top. Blurred figures and urban structures in the background suggest a busy outdoor scene. Below, a caption reads 'A stream of screaming images and stories', evoking the chaotic flood of modern visual culture.
Das Bild zeigt das Gesicht einer jungen Frau mit hellen Augen und dunklem Haar. Sie schaut leicht nach oben und hat ein sanftes Lächeln auf den Lippen. Ihr Haar ist dunkelbraun und scheint leicht gewellt zu sein. Der Hintergrund ist unscharf, was den Fokus auf ihr Gesicht lenkt. Auf der linken Seite des Bildes ist ein blauer Bereich zu sehen, der möglicherweise ein Teil eines Bildschirms oder einer Wand ist.
In diesem Bild sieht man einen Ausschnitt, der den Oberkörper einer Person zeigt. Die Person scheint auf dem Rücken zu liegen, mit dem Kopf nach links gerichtet. Eine Hand ist sichtbar und berührt den Hals oder die Nähe des Kopfes der Person. Der Hintergrund ist unscharf und grau, was möglicherweise auf eine Innenaufnahme hinweist. Die Person hat dunkles Haar und die Beleuchtung wirkt gedämpft. Insgesamt vermittelt das Bild einen intimen und ruhigen Moment.
This image shows a visual metaphor called "Melting Democracy". In the centre is a white plate with a melting popsicle in shades of red, yellow and green. The melting ice lolly is surrounded by several flies on the plate, giving a sense of decay. The melting state of the ice cream symbolises the fragility of democratic ideals. The title "Melting Democracy" is written across the image in red, reinforcing the metaphorical message. The background is a light pink, contrasting with the white plate and the colourful ice lolly. The composition seems to be a comment on the state of democracy, suggesting that it is being weakened and eaten away by the negative forces represented by the flies.
The image shows a paved area, presumably outdoors, with two pieces of fabric draped over objects or people. The fabric on the left is patterned with red and white designs, and it is spread out on a blue cloth beneath it. To the right, the other fabric is brightly colored in orange and pink checkered patterns, also laid over a blue cloth. The appearance suggests that the fabrics might be covering people or ghosts who are standing, as the drapery flows and conforms to a vertical shape. The ground consists of gray rectangular stones arranged in a consistent pattern, adding a textured background to the scene.
In the image, there is an 35yo woman standing next to a framed artwork displayed on a wall. The artwork depicts a surreal collage of woman herself and large flower. The standing woman is suggesting she might be at an art gallery event or exhibition. She are dressed formally, wearing a dark outfit. The overall setting gives the impression of a sophisticated art exhibit. AI generated.
The image features a vibrant still life arrangement. Background: Red and white checkered fabric, slightly wrinkled or draped. Centerpiece: A black vase with a whimsical bouquet of bright yellow sunflowers, white and purple flowers, apples, and an orange. Table: Green and pink checkered tablecloth. Additional Items: Two water bottles in the right foreground, one upright, the other lying down, with partially obscured labels. This setup creates a visually intriguing contrast of colors and textures, blending flowers, fruits, synthetic materials, and everyday objects playfully. The image is AI generated.
The still lifes show a selection of objects made of metal and plastic with different textures and colours. The arrangement appears random and yet aesthetically pleasing. AI generated.
AI-generated image, french women
on the plate is one single piece of strawberry shortcake and a empty glass and image of a boy, ai generated image
A blurred man's head in front of a cloudy sky, object fly over him in a blur. Object look like a US American doctor's hat. AI generated image.
Black and white photograph of a male silhouette looking at lake, AI generated
man with tired eyes sits on a bed - midjourney AI
Image shows 30yo man standing outside his small hut, his expression a mix of excitement and anticipation. He wears gray overalls, his hands gripping the wooden model rocket he's meticulously crafted. Behind him stretches a barren landscape, devoid of life, enhancing the sense of isolation. #Midjourney #KI
hyperrealistic stereotype sculpture of an german 30yo artist, seated sculpture, painted with hyperrealist effects, realistic sculpture, stand alone, isolated, photo in the style of sculpture-based photography, studio light, germany early 1990s -- Imagined with AI
AI generated
similar smiling monochrome smiley symbols as a grid, AI generated
international pop catalogue "Hippie Modernism" with a very chunky book cover, AI generated
A pencil in an upright position in a round glass of water. Iphone view, pencil ist broken.
AI image 2023 - man smoking
AI Photo. Ballet fighter in front of a bush, black and white.
AI Photo of a 40-year-old German web designer couple in dark blue overalls in front of a dark bush, symbolically discussing the positioning of a layout.
30yo white woman making stop violence gesture with hand in front of her blurred face
AI-generated image: amazing composition photo of 2 similar-looking men in pink and 2 others in unexpected fabric combinations stand next to each other. 4 people who symbolize the current social media. One of them burning with an x.
cover art, AI-generated image
50-something german artist man and woman discuss basic concepts of generative artificial intelligence, ironic