Lecture followed by opening reception of the Art of Video Games by Curator Chris Melissinos. The show is organized by the Smithsonian American Art Museum . The Art of Video Games is one of the first exhibitions to explore the forty-year evolution of video games as an artistic medium, with a focus on striking visual effects and the creative use of new technologies. It features some of the most influential artists and designers during five eras of game technology, from early pioneers to contemporary designers.