Today marks the birthday anniversary of Herbert W. Franke, an Austrian artist, scientist, and writer known for his pioneering work in computer art and graphics since the late 1950s. Franke, who would have turned 97 today, is remembered for his significant contributions to the digital art field, bridging the gap between art and science. Various individuals and organizations are commemorating Franke's legacy and impact on the art world through exhibitions and tributes.
In 1986 @HerbertWFranke curated a show "25 years of computer art". He selected one of my blobby molecules for the cover. On his birthday I dedicate my newly imagined version of this image, powered by AI, to him. I'm grateful for inspiration & encouragement Herbert provided to me. https://t.co/BHQDgxTKXE
alright we are back with some art here is CENTURY-XXX-METAFRANKE #32 by @REAS, in celebration of the great Herbert Franke's birthday https://t.co/0ZDVmFBk6H
Franke joining Twitter and directly interacting with our community is one of my favourite moments of the last years π Today we celebrate his legacy on what would have been his 97th birthday π₯ His relentless contributions to the digital art field enriched all of our lives π https://t.co/dya65zVzkF
π¦ Today @HerbertWFranke is on our hearts and minds as we celebrate the memory of his legacy on what would have been his 97th birthday. Herbert W. Franke (1927-2022) was a pivotal figure in bridging the gap between art and science. MONDRIAN (1979/2010/2022) by Herbert W. Frankeβ¦ https://t.co/rtuJyUoS0S
Today we celebrate the birthday anniversary of @HerbertWFranke an Austrian artist, scientist & writer, who is one of the most important early computer artists, creating computer graphics & early digital art since the late 1950s. https://t.co/0qgTncx85x