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A.I. Explore

Book Review • by Chad Lauffer The following is a copy-paste from Chad's review of my book, that Chad shared on LinkedIn. Chad’s post Midjourney: Back to Basics • Beginner's Guide 📖✨...

A.I. Explore: From Photo to Pixar Styled Illustration using gen-AI

The slides have all the information. A quick 'How To' in Midjourney, from your phone. Enjoy! Brian Sykes

A.I. Explore: Pixar Favorite Pets Movie Poster

The (3) Human Element Sunday Challenge I launch a new one each Sunday - but the challenge remains open all week!The Past 2 challenges were:(1) Photo in Sr. Roger Deakins Style...

A.I. Explore: The Creative Pro Synthesis

Harmonizing Gen-AI with Human Ingenuity (ie - the Human Element) Embark on a transformative journey with A.I. Lab • LEVEL 1, a meticulously crafted course designed for Creative Professionals ready...

A.I. Explore: Military Glamping?

A whole conversation ensued this morning with my friend Ai Astronaut Steve 👨‍🚀 regarding his post (https://lnkd.in/dJnbADp7) of a luxurious bedroom with a Koi Pond at the foot...

A.I. Explore: Unleashing Nostalgia in Gen-AI

Take a trip back in time with these vibrant, retro-infused creations crafted meticulously in Midjourney. By breathing life into the prompt:• vintage (subject) magazine and newspaper clippings, circa...
A.I. Explore: Batman + Lego – zooming…

A.I. Explore: Batman + Lego – zooming…

I got home after a day in the airports, flying and riding home for an hour from RDU around 2:00 in the morning. I awoke late (must still be on Utah time, even though I woke every morning like I was getting up early in NC!) Everything hurt... So, as I sat to...

A.I. Explore: Campbell and Cohn

A.I. Explore: Campbell and Cohn

Let's delve into the artistry of George Campbell and Max Arthur Cohn, two notable figures known for their evocative cityscapes and color play. George Campbell, an Irish painter, was celebrated for his poetic depictions of landscapes and city scenes. His work, often...

A.I. Explore: Diorama Tuesday

A.I. Explore: Diorama Tuesday

3D sculpture made of translucent epoxy and colorful epoxy recreating a Picasso cubist painting --ar 16:9 The IDEA is where ‘the meat’ of any project is… Fleshing out an idea in generative AI can help you fast-track the solution. Blending concepts in creative ways,...

A.I. Explore: Savage and Haring

A.I. Explore: Savage and Haring

Join us as we reimagine contemporary icons through the artistic visions of Augusta Savage and Keith Haring. Augusta Savage, an influential figure in the Harlem Renaissance, is renowned for her expressive sculptures that authentically encapsulate African American...

A.I. Explore: Johns and Rothko

A.I. Explore: Johns and Rothko

Let's explore the intriguing possibilities of Jasper Johns and Mark Rothko interpreting today's familiar symbols. Jasper Johns, an American painter and printmaker, is renowned for his work featuring flags, numbers, and maps. His art focused on exploring the boundaries...

A.I. Explore: Sargent and Rockwell

A.I. Explore: Sargent and Rockwell

Let's embark on a creative journey with John Singer Sargent and Norman Rockwell, two masterful artists known for their captivating portraits. John Singer Sargent, an American painter, was celebrated for his evocative and dramatic portraits that captured the essence of...

A.I. Explore: Lawrence and Hopper

A.I. Explore: Lawrence and Hopper

Today we delve into the artistic imaginations of Jacob Lawrence and Edward Hopper, interpreting modern scenes. Jacob Lawrence, a prominent figure of the Harlem Renaissance, is known for his bold, colorful and dynamic style. He often depicted the struggles and triumphs...

A.I. Explore: O’Keeffe and Wood

A.I. Explore: O’Keeffe and Wood

Today we dive into the realms of Georgia O'Keeffe and Grant Wood, two emblematic figures of American modernism. • Georgia O'Keeffe painting of an UFO --ar 9:16 Georgia O'Keeffe, renowned for her flower close-ups and desert landscapes, was a trailblazer who explored...

A.I. Explore: Lichtenstein and Homer

A.I. Explore: Lichtenstein and Homer

Let's delve into the fascinating art worlds of Roy Lichtenstein and Winslow Homer. • if Roy Lichtenstein painted a cyborg --ar 16:9 Roy Lichtenstein, a prominent figure in the Pop Art movement, is best known for his comic-strip style works. His distinctive use of...

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A.I. Explore: From Photo to Pixar Styled Illustration using gen-AI

The slides have all the information. A quick 'How To' in Midjourney, from your phone. Enjoy! Brian Sykes

A.I. Explore: Pixar Favorite Pets Movie Poster

The (3) Human Element Sunday Challenge I launch a new one each Sunday - but the challenge remains open all week!The Past 2 challenges were:(1) Photo in Sr. Roger Deakins Style...

A.I. Explore: The Creative Pro Synthesis

Harmonizing Gen-AI with Human Ingenuity (ie - the Human Element) Embark on a transformative journey with A.I. Lab • LEVEL 1, a meticulously crafted course designed for Creative Professionals ready...

A.I. Explore: Unleashing Nostalgia in Gen-AI

Take a trip back in time with these vibrant, retro-infused creations crafted meticulously in Midjourney. By breathing life into the prompt:• vintage (subject) magazine and newspaper clippings, circa...

A.I. Explore: Unleash the Full Spectrum of Gen-AI with Over 20 FREE Resources!

Discover the treasure trove of A.I. knowledge and creativity! Dive deep into a collection of over 20 FREE resources specially curated for enthusiasts like you at A.I. Explore. 🌐Unlock the...

A.I. Explore: Observe, Process, Reflect – GPT-4 Can Do More

My new friend Roger Monteiro did a recent post on LinkedIn, that read: These are the three screens that compose the triptych Synthetic Desires, which were exhibited at the Carrousel du...

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Featured A.I. Artist + Tools

The Futur Interview : How To Leverage A.I Art Tools For Success

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MCyY7WCl0M Let's explore the creative potential of these new A.I tools! Award-winning designer Chris Do engages in an insightful discussion with Brian Sykes, A.I...

Featured A.I. Artist: Amr Tahtawi

What's your name and how would you describe your work in generative AI? Amr Tahtawi and I use AI as a tool for visual storytelling to help brands promote themselves How did you first become...

Featured A.I. Artist: Manuela Sissa

What's your name and how would you describe your work in generative AI? My name is Manuela Sissa, but everyone calls me Six. 😀 My work in generative AI is a journey that has two paths. One...

Featured A.I. Artist: Tridib Ghosh

What's your name and how would you describe your work in generative AI? Hi I am Tridib Ghosh, I am an Artist, Design Thinker and a UX UI evangelist. I use Generative AI partly to explore newer...

Featured A.I. Artist: Stefano Baldassari

What's your name and how would you describe your work in generative AI? My name is Stefano and I engage and curate on socials the AI/CC daily themes. I am also into an AI generated #film3 project...

Featured A.I. Artist: Guido Callegari

What's your name and how would you describe your work in generative AI? Guido. My work was influenced by every new innovation, video, audio, images i want to explore a lot of tool for make my...

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Books & Publications

A.I. Explore digital & print-on-demand resources.

Books & Publications

Since September 1, 2022 – I began teaching a daily lesson on LinkedIn that I called “A.I. Explore:”, and from the things I learned and shared, I began compiling them into resources for those wanting to learn generative AI (particularly text-to-image platforms like Midjourney, Dall-E and Stable Diffusion). These are some of those resources available as both Digital and Physical books.

A.I. Explore:

Prompt Fundamentals

Embark on an insightful journey through generative AI art with ‘A.I. Explore: Prompt Fundamentals.’ This invaluable resource will empower you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to effectively prompt across various text-to-image platforms. 3rd edition! Covers Midjourney V5

• Over 600 copies sold

A.I. Explore:

Collaborations, Book 1

This book launches my A.I. Explore: Collaborations series that was started as an idea: the creation of compilation books written together with other A.I. creators, where each A.I. Explorer provides one lesson on a topic where they are competent. Covers Midjourney V4.

A.I. Explore:

Collaborations, Book 2

This book continues the Collaboration series with 9 more AI creatives in conjunction with 1 lesson from me (Brian Sykes) to continue digging into the world of gernerative AI as a  modern creative. 10 lessons that move you forward in the world of Midjourney. Covers Midjourney V4 & V5.

A.I. Explore:

Snack Sized Prompts and $5 Words

A comprehensive reference guide for A.I. creatives looking to enhance their text2art prompts. Inspired by my passion for vocabulary, this book dives deep into the impact of select words on prompt results. 336-pg treasure! Covers Midjourney V4 and V5.

A.I. Explore:

Tips, Tricks & Rules to Break

Continuing my popular A.I. Explore series with 10 lessons on mastering A.I. text2img generators like Midjourney, Dall-E, and Stable Diffusion (with a special emphasis is placed on Midjourney). Covers Midjourney V.4

A.I. Explore:

Prompt Fundamentals 2nd Edition

This book is the updated original of Prompt Fundamentals. It was revised and released in November 2022 with Midjourney V4 prompting.

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