As an emerging technology within the tech industry, I feel it is incumbent to learn, adapt and grow with the times. As a student, this class offers a deep, practical understanding of how we may use artificial intelligence in the arts. Digital art and design can and will benefit from this new leap into the future.
As a member of Generation X, I feel privileged to have this opportunity to learn technology that some of my peers will never understand and some may actually fear. I believe any tool may be used for good or for ill, including and especially technology. Learning the ethical, positive, professional ways to use AI will provide me with an understanding of potentially the most powerful advent in technology since the internet.
My main goal is to stay abreast of the most impactful, cutting-edge technology that is relevant to my field. Currently, I have two associate’s degrees: an AAT in Web Development and an AAT in Digital Media Arts. I am now pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Digital Technology and Culture. I started my own LLC last year and have begun freelancing for local business owners and hope to grow my client base enough by the time I graduate that I won’t have to work as an employee. However, as a realist, I understand we must all pay our dues and have several back-up plans.
My passions within technology are web development/design, audio/video post production (editing), voiceover performance, writing, 2D animation and infographic generation. I hope to use AI as a tool for web design/development in my career, and when allowed, for school projects. I look forward to digging into the exciting world of artistic AI.