
In the Visual Arts category, this haunting image invites the viewer into a liminal space where the boundaries between observer and observed blur. The unsettling gaze of the face on the analog TV screen challenges our notions of privacy and identity in an increasingly digital world. The stark contrast between the cold, electrical glow of the screen and the organic cracks in the concrete floor creates a sense of unease, highlighting the tension between technology and the human experience. Through its innovative use of AI-generated imagery, this piece explores the emotional and psychological impact of our increasingly screen-mediated lives, pushing the boundaries of traditional visual storytelling.