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AI Fundamentals for Creatives: Techniques, Trends and Tools
Kris Krüg
August 06, 2024
Hey there, digital dreamers and tech revolutionaries across the globe! Welcome to a whirlwind tour of the techno-artistic underground, where AI meets anarchy and creativity gets cranked up to 11. From Vancouver to Paris, New York to Tokyo, a new wave of digital rebellion is sweeping the planet.
Forget the doomsday headlines. We're hijacking AI algorithms and turning them into the ultimate artistic accomplices. From deep fake avatars to AI-powered creative tools, artists worldwide aren't just pushing boundaries - they're obliterating them.
Key takeaway: AI isn't the grim reaper of art; it's a hyperactive muse on steroids. Embrace it, bend it, make it dance to your tune.
The Our Networks conference in Vancouver exemplifies a global movement towards digital sovereignty. Led by visionaries like Lori Emerson, we're reimagining a future where networks are community-driven and user-controlled. It's time to challenge the "software priesthood" and build our own digital utopias.
Action item: Explore local-first software, solar-powered servers, and community-driven tech. Let's make Big Tech sweat, no matter where you are.
From AI meetups in San Francisco to hacker spaces in Berlin, we're fostering global ecosystems of interconnected innovators. It's not about building communities; it's about nurturing spaces where ideas collide and collaborations flourish across borders.
Pro tip: Listen to your local community's needs. Build what people actually want, not what you think they need.
The Small File Media Festival isn't just a Vancouver thing - it's sparking a worldwide movement. Artists globally are embracing digital minimalism, creating works that pack a punch without the massive carbon footprint. It's time to think critically about our digital consumption.
Challenge: Can you create something awesome in 1.44MB or less? Get creative with compression, wherever you are!
From repurposing everyday gadgets to creating community-driven AI models, these innovators are pushing the boundaries of creativity worldwide.
Mind-bender: How can you blend AI models with your global network to create unique, cross-cultural creative engines?
The Bottom Line:
Creatives are not just witnessing change; we're driving it. From Vancouver to Vladivostok, a creative renaissance is unfolding. It's about redefining what's possible when humans and machines collaborate to challenge the status quo, regardless of geography.
Whether you're an artist in Amsterdam, a coder in Cape Town, or a curious mind in Caracas, this is your revolution. The future is being coded, painted, and remixed right now, all around the world.
Stay weird, stay wired, and keep pushing those boundaries, no matter where you call home.
Catch you in the digital ether, you magnificent global rebels.
Kris Krüg
778.898.3076
P.S. On the topic of AI and creativity, I've got something cooking that might pique your interest. I'm running an "AI Fundamentals Workshop" on August 28th. It's not your typical tech seminar - we're talking hands-on exploration of AI tools that are reshaping how we create.
From 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM PDT, we'll dive into the nitty-gritty of AI in creative work. Whether you're a writer, designer, photographer, or just curious about this AI revolution, there's something here for you. We'll cut through the hype and get to the real potential of AI in our creative processes.
It's happening on Zoom, so you can join from wherever you are. If you're interested, there's an early bird deal running until August 9th. Check it out at https://lu.ma/AI-fundamentals. No pressure, just putting it out there for those who want to dig deeper into this AI stuff we've been talking about.
Stay curious, stay creative.
