Palais des congrès de Montréal Funds AI-Powered Interactive Art Installation
Event summary
- Palais des congrès de Montréal awarded $25,000 to Montréal-based Mapping Motion for its AI-driven interactive art project Stay Toon!
- Stay Toon! transforms participant photos into animated cartoon characters using generative AI, creating a living gallery at the Palais
- The project will debut at E-AI 2026 on February 18-19, 2026, and be available to the public during Nuit blanche à Montréal 2026
- Mapping Motion received additional professional and technical support from TKNL for the project's development
The big picture
The Palais des congrès de Montréal's investment in Stay Toon! reflects a broader trend of event spaces leveraging AI to enhance visitor experiences. This initiative aligns with the growing intersection of technology and public art, positioning Montréal as a hub for innovative AI applications in cultural settings. The project's success could influence how other convention centers approach audience engagement through immersive, AI-powered installations.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly similar AI-driven interactive experiences will be integrated into other event spaces and public venues
- Public Engagement
- Whether Stay Toon! can sustain visitor interest and participation beyond its initial launch
- Scalability
- The pace at which Mapping Motion can adapt Stay Toon! for different event types and venues