'Lope' by Jenni Pasanen - 100 iterations 18/07/2023 ============================================================ *'Lope'* is Jenni Pasanen's first long-form generative AI collection and is a study of humans as emotional animals. *'Lope'* invites us to contemplate the interplay between the rational and the emotional, the programmed and the spontaneous. * * * This collection is a metaphor for a lope's smooth and effortless stride in the physical world and the fluidity and gracefulness sought by AI and human imagination. While AI absences a natural emotional component due to its programming and data inputs, and human imagination is constrained by individual experiences and cognitive abilities, the 'Lope' series mean to invite the audience to free exploration and creative expression, merging human & machine skill. In this context, *'lope'* is a powerful symbol of transcending existing boundaries and embracing curiosity, unlocking new possibilities for the artist herself. Departing from her customary practice of creating digital drawings using Artbreeder, AI, and Photoshop, Jenni embarks on a new chapter characterized by the pursuit of more surprise through an AI system beyond her ordinary control. By embracing the concept of 'Lope,' we are encouraged to break free from constraints, cultivate open-mindedness, and embrace the rhythmic patterns of creative thought. This approach allows for the convergence of AI and human imagination.