Ars Electronica Festival · 2006

S.U.I.

by Ryota Kimura

🏆 Honorary Mention · Prix Ars Electronica 2006

In 2006, the Prix Ars Electronica jury recognised “S.U.I.” by Ryota Kimura (Interactive Art) with a Honorary Mention.

Computerized surveillance is inextricably linked with services or convenience in contemporary society, irrespective of the political system or corporation involved. We have grown accustomed to the idea and have begun to see surveillance as an aid to our comfort. S.U.I.

— Prix Ars Electronica Archive

About Ryota Kimura

Ryota Kimura (JP), born in 1966, is an artist and programmer. He studied Culture and Representation at the University of Tokyo and worked in experimental workshops for Art and Science at the Bigakko Art School.

Programme information from Prix Ars Electronica Archive. Short excerpt quoted for reference; see the original page for full text, images and credits.

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