Power and Possibility | Interview with Ai Weiwei

Globally renowned artist Ai Weiwei harnesses a wide range of mediums—from porcelain to bicycles to LEGOs—to create boundary-pushing art in response to social and political issues. In this video, Ai walks us through the inspiration, themes, and history of the retrospective, “Ai Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei,” now on view at the Seattle Art Museum. Ai reflects on how individuals can use art, language, and social media as tools for liberation. He also unpacks the pun behind the exhibition’s name, which serves as a contrast between humanity and artificial intelligence. Settle in as Ai guides you through his practice—and visit the museum now for the full “Ai, Rebel” experience. “Ai Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei” is organized by the Seattle Art Museum. — “Ai Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei” Mar 12–Sep 7 2025 Seattle Art Museum visitsam.org/weiwei