While working on the Alter Ego project, the artist explored internet cafes across Asia, which serve as testaments to an intense immersion in technology. The work offers a voyeuristic dive into the digital realm. By capturing a diverse range of reactions to a multitude of media content, this exhibition provides a captivating reflection on the attention economy and our complex relationship with technology.
Robbie Cooper is a British artist whose practice explores questions of presence and identity within a technological landscape. He works across various media, including photography, video, and video game modifications. His work has been widely exhibited, notably at the CCC Strozzina in Florence, the Museum der Moderne in Salzburg, the Künstlerhaus in Vienna, the National Science and Media Museum in the UK, and the Multimedia Art Museum in Moscow.
Robbie is a self-taught programmer, 3D artist, and sculptor. He has spent several years experimenting with photogrammetry and scanning technology for use in real-time media. His experience includes working for the R&D departments of technology companies, AAA video games, virtual production for television programs, and experiential marketing projects for major brands.