The Brill Family Foundation has issued a call for artist submissions from residents of Santa Barbara and Ventura County for an upcoming AI-themed exhibition titled "Symbiosis or Schism: The AI Human Odyssey." The show will run from October 2-12 at the Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop, with selected artists eligible for grants of up to $5,000. Submissions are open through June 13.
This exhibition matters because it directly addresses the growing tension and potential of AI in the visual arts, framing the technology as both a threat and an opportunity. By focusing on local artists and offering financial support, the foundation aims to foster mindful experimentation with AI, raise community awareness, and spark dialogue about how AI can be integrated positively into the art world and society.