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ARTECHOUSE, a pioneering leader in digital art and New York City’s first permanent space dedicated to technology-driven exhibitions and experiences, announces its most ambitious initiative yet: Submerge.This year-long, open-call program aims to spotlight the next generation of creative innovators—ranging from 3D animators and AI innovators to interactive multimedia storytellers.

After celebrating five years at the forefront of art, technology, and community, ARTECHOUSE NYC’s subterranean space beneath Chelsea Market will be reimagined as a platform for discovery and experimentation, a living laboratory and launchpad for a new generation of creatives. Visitors will be invited to submerge themselves in a continuously changing world of digital art, experiencing firsthand how diverse talents shape the future of art through immersive storytelling. This initiative underscores ARTECHOUSE’s enduring commitment to championing new voices and expanding the boundaries of what art can be.

Building on ARTECHOUSE’s history of showcasing visionary artists, including Refik Anadol, whose first American exhibition debuted with ARTECHOUSE in 2018, Submerge broadens its scope to highlight and empower fresh talent, pushing the boundaries of digital storytelling and aesthetics. Cohorts are invited through an open-call process, ensuring a continuous infusion of diverse voices and ideas to shape the program. More than 100 creatives are set to be showcased throughout the year.

The first group of Submerge creatives, debuting in January, has been carefully selected for their innovative approaches to storytelling and technology. From motion-captured performances to AI hallucinations and 3D-animated dreamscapes, these creators set the stage for a new generation. The lineup features two dozen creatives; among them is Team WAI, a collective led by Woosung, senior motion designer at Apple—joined by Gryun, an Emmy Award-winning CG artist and art director, and Taehoon, an award-winning artist and director celebrated for his work in broadcast, commercials, and film.

Every four months, a rotating lineup of creatives will present works ranging from AI-driven narratives to music-inspired visual worlds. By the year’s end, ARTECHOUSE will select winners to receive full support in developing solo exhibitions, establishing a talent pipeline, and creating future opportunities beyond 2025.