Art of HPC

What is ART of HPC?

This submission explores the rich intersection of art and high performance computing (HPC) through captivating still images and short videos. It reflects the many ways that creativity can emerge—from interpreting complex patterns to expressing emotion, movement, and form. Whether inspired by data, nature, or pure imagination, these works highlight how art can reveal new perspectives, evoke curiosity, and transform the way we experience both the digital and physical worlds.

While scientific data visualization certainly qualifies, and is welcome, submissions are not limited to such entries. Artists are encouraged to employ their full creativity when generating an image/video. Entries should have some clear connection to HPC, whether in theme, use of data generated by HPC, or HPC resources used to generate the final piece. We ask you to disclose any software or equipment used in the generation of the image. Pre-trained commercial generative AI models, such as DALL-E, Midjourney, Gemini, etc. should not be used to generate the submitted image in its entirety. If generative AI is used in the development of the image, the artist(s) must disclose the software, algorithms, and training data used.

All selected images and videos will be displayed at the convention center in Chicago. Anyone can submit! Attendance at SC26 is not required. Complimentary Exhibits-Only registration may be available for first-time SC attendees. Show us your HPC creativity.

preparing your submission

An Art of HPC submission has three main components: a high-resolution image or video (up to 3GB in size), a short description which describes the art itself, and an artifact document explaining how it was created. All will be on display with selected submissions. Submissions may be presented both as individual works in a gallery-style setting and as part of a video montage featuring select accepted pieces. Video submissions may include sound, however we cannot guarantee audio playback in all display settings.

Format

Images and videos should comply with the following technical requirements:

• File size up to 3GB
• Maximum length of 120 seconds
• 30 frames per second
• MP4 compressed at a constant bitrate of 15–20 Mbps

Artifact Description

The artifact description should include all information on how the image or video was created. Any instruments (such as camera) or software used in making should be disclosed. If machine learning or artificial intelligence was used, information on the algorithms and training data must be provided.

All submissions will be reviewed according to the following criteria:

• Must relate to high performance computing, whether in theme, use of data generated by HPC, or HPC resources used to generate the final piece
• Must properly disclose the creation of the art in the artifact description
• Must comply with SC’s sponsoring societies Code of Conduct
• Must provide consent agreement
• Must not contain explicit advertisement