Join us for a captivating exploration of Georgia’s capital city, Tbilisi, its rich past, and vibrant present. The opening will feature a talk by project author Nika Tbileli, who will discuss the concept of “AI for Culture” a platform through which AI is used to colorize and transform 150-year-old black-and-white photographs in large-scale, vividly realistic images. Attendees will gain insights into the modern pipelines and processes behind this remarkable colorization and restoration.
Following Nika’s presentation, Mika Tbileli, a fellow artist and collaborator, will provide an overview of Tbilisi’s architectural landscape. He will share details about the city’s iconic buildings and the many layers of history woven into its streets.
This event promises to bring together art, technology, and architecture, illustrating how tradition and innovation intersect in the culturally rich and diverse city of Tbilisi.
The lecture will be held in K262, Bowie Vernon Room, followed by a reception at the Fischer Commons Gallery, 1737 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA.
Sponsorship
The exhibition is co-sponsored by: Georgia Nation Harmony Foundation, Art Line Gallery, Art Cross Foundation, Shumi Winery, Chateau Mere, Wines of Georgia, Borjomi, and Four'O'Four.
The Program on Georgian Studies is an activity of the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University and is made possible by a sponsored research award from the Ministry of Education and Science of Georgia.
Accessibility
The Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact us at 617-495-4037 or daviscenter@fas.harvard.edu in advance of your participation or visit. Requests for Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance if possible. Please note that the Davis Center will make every effort to secure services but that services are subject to availability.
