TED: Insightful human portraits made from data | R. Luke DuBois

The speaker discusses their journey from a non-artist to a programmer who uses data to create art. They explore the intersection of sound and image, surveillance, and celebrity culture. The speaker also delves into creating portraits using political rhetoric and online dating data, offering a democratic view of America. They highlight the importance of technology in art, emphasizing that while data can illuminate, it should not reduce people to mere numbers.

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