Jade Baker Molly Stewart Study Install — Hotandmean

In the realm of contemporary digital art and interdisciplinary research, the collaborative project "Hotandmean" stands as a provocative exploration of identity, technology, and human connection. Spearheaded by artists and researchers Jade Baker and Molly Stewart, this installation merges performance art, interactive design, and critical theory to interrogate societal norms around gender, power, and digital presence. The project’s name—a playful yet deliberate juxtaposition of heat and intensity—is both a nod to its vibrant aesthetic and a critique of the hypermasculine narratives dominating tech and art spaces.