AI Imaging: Techniques and Creative Approaches (Sep 15-Oct 20)
Dates: September 15 - October 20, 2025 (no class on October 13)
Meetings: Mondays, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CST (5 sessions)
Location: Online Zoom Classroom
Cost: $290 (HCP members can receive a 10% discount)
Instructor: Ben Lowy
Skill Level: Open to All Levels
Discover the captivating world of AI imaging in this immersive, hands-on 5-week course. Join us as we explore the intersection of art and technology and unlock the potential of AI to enhance self-expression and push the boundaries of your creative practice. We will delve into the exciting possibilities offered by AI-powered platforms, such as Midjourney and Firefly, as well as explore Adobe Photoshop's Generative Fill tool. Through practical demonstrations and guided exercises, you will learn how to leverage these tools to create captivating images, generate fresh ideas, and infuse your work with a distinctive artistic vision. Participants will be encouraged to experiment with AI tools and engage in critical discussions on the theoretical implications of AI in the creative realm.
Objectives:
Examine the impact of AI on the art world and photographic industry, the opportunities it presents, and the evolving definition of authorship
Harness the power of Midjourney and Firefly to transform and enhance images with ease
Create visually stunning and conceptually rich narratives by combining AI-generated elements with your existing work
Explore AI-assisted image generation using Adobe Photoshop's Generative Fill tool
Expand your creative repertoire by unlocking new possibilities and techniques
Consider the ethical aspects surrounding AI and reflect on how artists can effectively harness these technologies to enhance self-expression and create thought-provoking work
Prerequisites: None
Course Prep:
Students should be ready to use their laptops/desktops during class. Please install Discord (a program for Midjourney) and Adobe CC (for access to Firefly and Generative Fill) on your device before the first class.
Dates: September 15 - October 20, 2025 (no class on October 13)
Meetings: Mondays, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CST (5 sessions)
Location: Online Zoom Classroom
Cost: $290 (HCP members can receive a 10% discount)
Instructor: Ben Lowy
Skill Level: Open to All Levels
Discover the captivating world of AI imaging in this immersive, hands-on 5-week course. Join us as we explore the intersection of art and technology and unlock the potential of AI to enhance self-expression and push the boundaries of your creative practice. We will delve into the exciting possibilities offered by AI-powered platforms, such as Midjourney and Firefly, as well as explore Adobe Photoshop's Generative Fill tool. Through practical demonstrations and guided exercises, you will learn how to leverage these tools to create captivating images, generate fresh ideas, and infuse your work with a distinctive artistic vision. Participants will be encouraged to experiment with AI tools and engage in critical discussions on the theoretical implications of AI in the creative realm.
Objectives:
Examine the impact of AI on the art world and photographic industry, the opportunities it presents, and the evolving definition of authorship
Harness the power of Midjourney and Firefly to transform and enhance images with ease
Create visually stunning and conceptually rich narratives by combining AI-generated elements with your existing work
Explore AI-assisted image generation using Adobe Photoshop's Generative Fill tool
Expand your creative repertoire by unlocking new possibilities and techniques
Consider the ethical aspects surrounding AI and reflect on how artists can effectively harness these technologies to enhance self-expression and create thought-provoking work
Prerequisites: None
Course Prep:
Students should be ready to use their laptops/desktops during class. Please install Discord (a program for Midjourney) and Adobe CC (for access to Firefly and Generative Fill) on your device before the first class.
Dates: September 15 - October 20, 2025 (no class on October 13)
Meetings: Mondays, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM CST (5 sessions)
Location: Online Zoom Classroom
Cost: $290 (HCP members can receive a 10% discount)
Instructor: Ben Lowy
Skill Level: Open to All Levels
Discover the captivating world of AI imaging in this immersive, hands-on 5-week course. Join us as we explore the intersection of art and technology and unlock the potential of AI to enhance self-expression and push the boundaries of your creative practice. We will delve into the exciting possibilities offered by AI-powered platforms, such as Midjourney and Firefly, as well as explore Adobe Photoshop's Generative Fill tool. Through practical demonstrations and guided exercises, you will learn how to leverage these tools to create captivating images, generate fresh ideas, and infuse your work with a distinctive artistic vision. Participants will be encouraged to experiment with AI tools and engage in critical discussions on the theoretical implications of AI in the creative realm.
Objectives:
Examine the impact of AI on the art world and photographic industry, the opportunities it presents, and the evolving definition of authorship
Harness the power of Midjourney and Firefly to transform and enhance images with ease
Create visually stunning and conceptually rich narratives by combining AI-generated elements with your existing work
Explore AI-assisted image generation using Adobe Photoshop's Generative Fill tool
Expand your creative repertoire by unlocking new possibilities and techniques
Consider the ethical aspects surrounding AI and reflect on how artists can effectively harness these technologies to enhance self-expression and create thought-provoking work
Prerequisites: None
Course Prep:
Students should be ready to use their laptops/desktops during class. Please install Discord (a program for Midjourney) and Adobe CC (for access to Firefly and Generative Fill) on your device before the first class.
Images: Ben Lowy
