AI-Driven Innovation
in the art studio
How to supercharge your studio impact with AI and Digital Tools in a way that is useful and authentic.
Instructor: Kristen Palana
Audience: Fine Art Painters, Photographers, Digital Artists, Fiber Artists, Sculptors
Medium: Does not focus on a specific medium
Stage: Emerging, Accomplished, Professional
Saturday, May 4 – ONE DAY
10am – 12pm MT
$56.00
Note: Price in $USD
14 in stock
All recordings are available for 1-month after the course finishes.
High School, University, and College students get 30% off!
See FAQs at the bottom of this page for details.
Course Description
Are you an artist grappling with the idea of incorporating AI into your creative process, uncertain about its role or wary of its implications?
This 2-hour workshop aims to demystify AI for artists, emphasizing its function as a creative enhancer rather than a replacement. Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, digital artist, or engaged in any form of creative expression, and seeking to refine your creative workflow, delve into research and idea generation, or streamline administrative tasks such as applying for shows and grants, this workshop is tailored for you.
This workshop is designed to alleviate concerns, ignite creativity, and showcase AI’s potential as a tool for artistic innovation, all within a supportive and interactive setting.
Key Features:
- Hands-on Approach: Participants will interact with AI tools through live demonstrations and engaging discussions, ensuring practical learning experiences.
- Ethical Framework: A dedicated segment will explore and navigate the ethical considerations of AI in art, offering reassurance about responsible usage.
- Personalized Support: Customized guidance will be provided on integrating AI into individual artistic practices, with opportunities for direct feedback.
- Access to Resources: Post-workshop materials and additional resources will be provided to facilitate ongoing learning and exploration of AI tools.
By the end of this workshop, you will:
- Gain a foundational understanding of AI’s role and potential in the creative arts.
- Learn practical techniques for integrating AI, especially ChatGPT, into their creative workflow to enhance idea generation and project development.
- Develop skills to utilize AI for administrative efficiency, including juried show and grant applications.
- Understand ethical considerations in using AI, fostering responsible and innovative artistic practices.
- Leave with actionable insights and tools to immediately apply AI enhancements in their studio work, making their creative process more dynamic and efficient.
Agenda:
First Hour: AI as a Creative Partner
- Introduction: Defining AI’s supportive role in enhancing artistic creativity.
- Idea Generation: Interactive exercises demonstrating AI’s capability to inspire and develop new concepts.
- Workflow Enhancement: Practical demonstrations on streamlining processes, from digitizing sketchbook notes to organizing studio tasks.
- Q&A Segment: Addressing concerns, from ethical considerations to AI’s creative limits.
Second Hour: Practical Applications and Integrating AI
- Real-World Applications: Showcasing successful case studies of AI in artist workflows.
- Research and Administration: Tools and tips for leveraging AI in research, grant writing, and administrative tasks, emphasizing efficiency and accuracy.
- Super Assistant: Hands-on setup of AI tools for automating mundane tasks, freeing artists to focus on creativity.
- Wrap-Up: Open discussion on ethical AI use, future trends, and potential in art.
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Instructor Bio
Kristen Palana is an American/Portuguese multidisciplinary artist based in Malawi. After decades as a digital artist, in 2021 she reconnected with her fine art roots. Inspired by the lofty mission statements used by the world’s top organizations, her mixed media drawings are a call to action to visualize better outcomes for our lives, communities, and the planet. Kristen’s earlier animations have screened at over 75 international film festivals, earning numerous “Best Animated Short Film” awards, including at the Cannes Short Film Festival, Italy International Film Festival, and Sunscreen Film Festival.
As an educator, Kristen has taught at universities on four continents. She co-founded the Film and Digital Media BFA at The American University of Rome, where she was tenured and led the Film and Digital Media Program between 2013-2016. From 2016 to 2019, Kristen expanded her teaching to academic institutions and NGOs in Myanmar, including at the groundbreaking American University of Myanmar. Founded in 2014, this institution posed such a challenge to the individuals now leading the current military government that it was unfortunately forced to close in 2018.
When not making fine art, Kristen works as a designer, educator, and consultant for international agencies, including the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), The British High Commission, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Food Programme (WFP), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), and The Australian High Commission. Kristen crafts training programs catering to diverse audiences, and since 2014, she has also reached over 80,000 online students from 191 countries. Her learners range from refugees and diplomats to individuals without formal education living on less than $2 USD a day, reflecting Kristen’s commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.
COURSE FAQ
How many registrations are required for a course to start?
A minimum of 6 registrations are required. If 6 registrations are not received by the time the course is 24 hours from starting, the course will be cancelled and all registrants will receive complete refunds.
What is the maximum number of people in a course?
This varies for each course. The maximum number of registrations is decided by the instructor.
Can I get a refund?
Up until 72 hours before a course’s first session you can receive a complete refund. You can cancel your registration via the My Account portal, or by contacting [email protected].
After this time no refunds will be given (if you have extenuating circumstances you believe justify a refund, contact us at [email protected]).
Can I register for a course already in progress?
No. Once a course has started, no new registrations are accepted.
Where will my course be held?
All courses meet online over Zoom. You will need a device equipped with a camera and a microphone to fully participate.
If you have not used Zoom before, learn about how to use it here.
If you don’t regularly use Zoom, we recommend you join your first session 10-15 minutes early in case your computer needs to install or update Zoom.
How do I join my course?
You will receive a welcome email from [email protected] when you register. This email includes the Zoom link to join your course session. You will also receive 24 hour and 2 hour reminder emails before each session, and each of these emails includes the Zoom link. You can also access the Zoom link to join your course in your MastriusChat group.
Are the sessions recorded?
Yes, every session is recorded and are typically available 24 hours after a session ends. All session recordings will remain available for the duration of the course, and for one month following the last session. The recordings are viewable within the MastriusChat platform, and cannot be downloaded.
What if I miss a session?
You’ll be able to watch the session’s recording. If you have questions the recording doesn’t address, you can ask them in the chat feed of your course’s private MastriusChat group.
What is MastriusChat?
MastriusChat is an online discussion platform. You and your fellow course registrants will be assigned to a private MastriusChat group where you can connect and support eachother via the chat “feed”. Your group is also where you’ll access the session recordings. Other resources in your MastriusChat group include a link to join your course sessions, and a library your instructor can use to share resources.
What is a Navigator?
A Navigator is an artist who joins your course to ensure both instructor and registrants have an enjoyable experience. They support (as required) with technology, timekeeping, moderating questions, and between-session discussions on MastriusChat. The Navigator has also joined the course as participant, and just like you, they’re wanting to grow their skills and learn the material.
I’m not ready to register because I still have questions. Who do I contact?
We’d be happy to help!
Reach out to us at [email protected] and we’ll do our best to support you.
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