Samuel Aye-Gboyin synthesizes technology and culture through his interdisciplinary practice, spanning photography, video, animation, installation and design. As an MFA candidate in Art and Technology at the University of Florida, Samuel explores the intersections of commerce, migration, globalization, and hybridity, with a focus on the African diaspora. His work delves into the tangible effects of power structures and material conditions on the lives of immigrants, using the digital realm to expose and critique ideologies that shape societal norms.
Samuel’s art practice is an evolving conversation between his experiences as an immigrant and broader themes of displacement, identity, and the liminal spaces occupied by those navigating cultural hybridity. His works utilize found objects and video to construct immersive environments that reflect the disorienting and often overlooked aspects of immigrant life. These virtual landscapes challenge conventional paradigms and serve as portals to question identity, societal structures, and the transformative potential of technology.
Through dynamic elements like movement, color, and sound, Samuel crafts atmospheres of tension and displacement, aiming to provoke and transform viewers' perceptions. His artistic mission is to catalyze positive change by offering alternative ways of understanding the immigrant experience and the broader social dynamics that define our world. Art, for him, becomes a space for both critique and hope, forging new possibilities for a more inclusive and equitable society.
In addition to his MFA studies, Samuel holds a master’s degree in graphic design from Eastern Illinois University and a bachelor’s degree in communication design with a concentration in animation and motion graphics from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Ghana. His work continues to evolve as he navigates the intersection of personal narrative, technological discovery, and the pursuit of justice through art.