AI for Artists (Lunch and Learn)

For the "Ai for Artists" class on November 5th, I'll focus on how AI can enhance the creative process for artists, particularly in marketing and content creation. I'll also address common concerns about AI potentially replacing artists. Here is a description of the workshop: Are you ready to tap into the exciting possibilities of artificial intelligence without losing your unique creative spark? Join us for AI for Artists, a dynamic, two-hour session designed to empower you with the tools and confidence to explore AI in your art. We’ll demystify the tech, show you how to blend it seamlessly into your creative workflow, and share tips for using AI to level up your marketing game and reach new audiences. Through real-world demos and hands-on experiments, you’ll discover how AI can become a powerful ally—handling time-consuming tasks and sparking your imagination in unexpected ways. Worried about AI “taking over”? We’ll show you why it’s more of a collaborator than a competitor, letting you focus on what truly matters: creating meaningful art. Walk away with actionable insights, resource lists, and renewed inspiration to integrate AI into your artistic journey. Whether you’re a seasoned painter, a digital illustrator, or a performance artist, this class will open doors to new methods of self-expression and audience engagement. Why You Should Attend: Unlock Fresh Creativity: Explore AI-driven techniques that can jumpstart new projects or add a cutting-edge twist to your existing style. Boost Your Marketing Efforts: Learn how AI tools can streamline social media, create captivating content, and help you reach more fans—while you focus on making art. Overcome the Fear Factor: Understand how AI is your helpful sidekick, not a threat to your talent or livelihood. Hands-On Experience: Experiment with user-friendly platforms and walk away with immediate, practical ideas to elevate your art practice. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to embrace modern technology in a relaxed, artist-friendly environment. Reserve your spot now and get ready to enhance both your creative process and your audience reach—no codin

Speaker(s): Derek Schmidt

Co-Sponsor(s): DesignLoud

Cape Fear Community College will be responsible for ensuring that students with disabilities have equal, effective and meaningful access to all programs, goods, and services through the use of nondiscriminatory policies and procedures and the provision of reasonable accommodations, auxiliary aids, and services as indicated necessary by the functional limitations of a qualified disability. Please note that accommodation requests may take up to two weeks to process. You can contact us at 910-362-7216 or email: ghayes@cfcc.edu if you require accommodation for a disability. Thank you!

Fee: No Cost