Beauty, Technology, and Identity: Insights from Artist Gretchen Andrew

The Crossroads of Art, Technology, and Self-Image: In Conversation with Gretchen AndrewIn this episode of the @SilverDisobedience Perception Dynamics podcast, host Dian Griesel interviews multimedia artist Gretchen Andrew. Gretchen shares her journey from modeling to creating art that merges face-tuning tech, glitter, and paint, aiming to highlight societal pressures around beauty and self-image. The discussion covers the influence of AI and algorithms on our perceptions of beauty, the psychological impact of altered imagery, and the societal trends affecting both women and men. Gretchen’s innovative art process and thought-provoking insights offer a deep dive into the intersection of technology, self-esteem, and creativity.Learn More About Gretchen & her work in the links below: https://www.gretchenandrew.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gretchenandrew/X: https://x.com/gretchenandrewLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-andrew/Please SUBSCRIBE!I’m Dian Griesel and in November of 2017 I began blogging as @SilverDisobedience on my website and @SilverDisobedience on ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ and @DianGriesel ⁠X⁠ Career-wise, I am a perception analyst, counselor, hypnotherapist, author of 16 books and a Wilhelmina model. For 30 years, via owning an investor & public relations firm, while being in private practice, I have helped my clients to achieve greater understanding as to how perceptions impact everything we do whether personally or professionally. A couple of years ago I added a podcast. Episodes are unscripted, with plenty of no-holds-barred revelations from fascinating, accomplished guests living diverse lives. Intimate stories about work, play, psychology, relationships, pop culture, trends, B.S. + more are unpacked through thought-provoking questions that spark honest revelations, pivotal moments, and unguarded insights — stunning even the boldest guests with their own “aha” truths. ✨🔗 YouTube Channel Spotify i❤️podcasts 🍎podcastsLinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/diangriesel/⁠ Show Run: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdote01:08 Introducing Gretchen Andrew02:36 The Impact of AI on Beauty Standards05:31 Psychological Effects of Digital Alterations14:14 The Role of Technology in Modern Photography22:39 Gretchen's Artistic Process29:06 The Impact of Beauty Standards on Miss Universe Contestants30:50 The Absurdity of Face Tuning and Beauty Standards32:32 The Evolution of Portraits in the Age of Algorithms35:01 Exploring the Future of Beauty Trends38:33 Men and the Pressure of Modern Masculinity47:32 The Pendulum of Societal Expectations51:06 Concluding Thoughts and Future Directions