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AI Creative
Week 4
AI is affecting the creative economy. Learn how AI can enhance your work. Keep your creative edge sharp in this ever-changing digital landscape or just come, play and have some creative fun!
Mon 20th
Fiber Optic Fusion Splicing Micro Course
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This 4 hour workshop focuses on the fundamentals of fiber, cable, fusion splicing, connectivity and testing. The purpose of this workshop is to provide a broad overview of cable/fiber and encourage learners to explore additional training opportunities.
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Time: 8:30pm - 12:30pm
Tues 21st
Tech Talk Special:
The Future of Creative AI - Championing Diversity & Inclusivity
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Join us for a panel discussion with key leaders in AI diversity.
John Pasmore created Latmimer.ai, a chatbot that showcases diverse voices and perspectives. Steve Jones and DeSean Brown co-founded Pocstock, emphasizing diversity in stock media across various communities.
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Explore how creativity, AI, and inclusivity intersect and the significance of diversity in ethical AI development.
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Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
AI Themed Makerspace Workshops
For the month of May, all Makerspace workshops are AI-themed. These workshops include our free coding club: JTECH_Code, jewelry making and the sewing lab.
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Wed 22nd
AI-Generated Art Workshop: Make A Square for the Mississippi AI Quilt
​A great little online workshop for beginners with AI. It is a perfect your first-time exploration into the intersection of technology and creativity. You will learn how to harness an AI tool to produce unique images, gaining some basic practical skills in AI art generation. All submissions will be added to the Mississippi AI quilt initiative. Have Fun!
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Time: Until the end of AI Month
Thurs 23rd
Open Lab: Create, Play & Make with AI
Our digital lab will be open to anyone who would like to explore our AI creative tools. This is a self-led session with our Creative AI experts to kick you off & guide you through your chosen exploration.
Time: 6pm - 8pm
AI Themed Makerspace Workshops
For the month of May, all Makerspace workshops are AI-themed. This workshop includes jewelry making using AI image creations to design pendants and earrings.
Time: 10am - 12noon
Sat 25th
AI Toolkit for Creative Professionals
Multimedia designer of 15 years, Myesha Wallace, will equip creative professionals with the AI tools necessary for building a comprehensive toolkit for operating a creative business, creating licensing agreements, artist contracts, marketing plans, and artist resumes. Participants will explore the nuances of incorporating AI into their creative processes, as well as navigating the complexities and opportunities of this evolving landscape. Feel free to bring your resume, bio or portfolio to work on.
Time: 10am - 1pm
AI Themed Makerspace Workshops
For the month of May, all Makerspace workshops are AI-themed. These workshops include our robotics and ceramics.
Time: 10pm - 12pm
AI-Generated Art Workshop
Explore AI-generated imagery in an immersive workshop led by Professor Brittany Myburg, a specialist in art and technology. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, this session offers the opportunity to explore AI as a medium for artistic expression. The workshop focuses on conceiving and creating an AI exhibition that will be exhibited at the AI Conference in June and online.
Time: 2pm - 4pm