Community Art Project Development Process Guide
Community art brings people together through a shared creative journey that fosters connection, builds collective meaning, and empowers communities to shape the stories they want to tell. Read More …
Author: Krüg
Techartist, quasi-sage, cyberpunk anti-hero from the future
The Art of Augmented Creativity: Balancing AI, Community, and Self
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Thomas Girard for an in-depth interview exploring my diverse experiences at the intersection of art, technology and community. Over the course of 20 thought-provoking questions, we touched on passions spanning my photography journey, philosophies on life and progress, visions for the future, and so much more. Read More …
How AI tools like Midjourney, DALL·E & ChatGPT are reshaping the creative landscape
I’ve been exploring how these rapidly evolving generative tools can enhance my own photographic and communications work. My aim is to unlock the promise of AI while cultivating benevolent, collaborative outcomes. Read More …
The Future of Immersive Storytelling: Perspectives from The Frontier Summit
The Frontier Summit in Vancouver gathered thought leaders in technology and creativity to discuss the future of immersive storytelling. From scientific applications to building empathy, the possibilities are endless. #TheFrontierSummit #ImmersiveStorytelling Read More …
Teasing the Launch: Vancouver AI Community Meetup
Hey Folks! Ever felt that Vancouver’s AI scene needed a space where like-minded people could gather, learn, and share experiences?
Well, so have I! That’s why I’m thrilled to announce the upcoming Vancouver AI Community Meetup! Read More …
Balancing Artificial Intelligence’s Existential Dilemmas and Societal Enhancements: Reflections on the Frontier Summit AI Panel
Are we in the age of AI? Straight from the heart of Vancouver’s Frontier Summit by Frontier Collective… we’re exploring the maze of artificial intelligence, armed with wisdom from industry trailblazers.
From progress to precautions, this is one existential rollercoaster you won’t want to miss. Let’s get started! Read More …
Organic Intelligence: Rika Nakagawa on Rethinking Sustainability, Innovation and AI
Rika Nagazawa delivered a thought-provoking keynote at this year’s Frontier Summit that challenged attendees to rethink some of their core assumptions.
Drawing from Eastern philosophy and the latest scientific findings, she unveiled the concept of “organic intelligence” – the hidden wisdom and problem-solving abilities found throughout the natural world. Read More …
The Future Called: I Answered
Strap in, because I’ve been riding this rocketship of life at warp speed for the past 3 weeks, and I’ve got a ton of stories, life hacks, and jaw-dropping moments to share with you! Read More …
Curiosity Above All: Hanging Out At the Intersection of Art and Technology
For any aspiring hybrid artists/entrepreneurs out there, my key advice is – follow your curiosity above all else.
Connect with others, share experiences openly and never stop learning, growing and challenging assumptions. Read More …
The AI Mindset: Kris Krug & Kevin Kelley Discuss AI’s Creative Power
Curious about how AI is shaping creativity? Kevin Kelly and I had a good conversation on that very topic. Trust me, this isn’t your typical ‘future of tech’ conversation. It’s more like a meeting of minds, exploring the landscape of what’s actually possible with AI today. Read More …
A Practical Guide to Capturing Creative Ideas with ChatGPT Mobile During Travel – Now with
Here’s how I use ChatGPT Mobile:
1) I open the app and start speaking my ideas. ChatGPT Mobile listens and transcribes my words, turning them into actionable tasks.
2) I ask follow-up questions, and ChatGPT Mobile provides me with intelligent responses that help me refine my ideas.
3) I use the app to batch tasks, such as brainstorming content ideas for my podcast, drafting a letter to parents and schools, or planning a Discord engagement strategy.
4) I excerpt useful parts of our conversation and use them as to-dos or blog sections.
5) I synchronize my ideas from mobile to desktop, where I can further develop them. Read More …
The Magic of Asa Mathat: Portraiture and Photography at Dent the Future
Beyond making my portraits, Asa enlightened me with photography insights. He shared Lightroom techniques, discussed his creative approach, and demonstrated his gentle directing skills with subjects. I soaked up every bit of wisdom from this photography guru. It was a masterclass just being in Asa’s orbit for that session.
Comparing my own event photography to Asa’s work, I’m reminded that studio portraiture requires a different energy. Asa slows down, makes a connection with his subject, and brings out something personal. His focus is 100% on them. Read More …
Master Prompts & Developing an AI Mindset – ChatGPT Workshop Recap #DENT2023
I attended Kyle Kesterson’s illuminating workshop on “Prompt Engineering” where he shared best practices for crafting prompts that lead to truly useful conversations.
Learn how providing rich context upfront and treating AI as a collaborative partner can unlock its potential for creativity, learning and even bringing people together. Read More …
Coffee, Community, and Sobriety: Matt McKenna’s Decade at DENT
For over a decade, Matt McKenna has been a fixture at the Dent the Future conference, an ideas festival that brings together leading entrepreneurs and innovators.
I sat down with Matt to explore his journey from tech founder to coffee mogul, and the bonds he’s formed through this tight-knit community. Read More …
Building an NLP-Powered AI Transit Assistant at HackCT for National Day of Civic Hacking
As the event photographer, mentor, and a hacker myself, I experienced HackCT from several perspectives. I collaborated with teammates to create a project called KK’s AI Chatbot, and had a great learning experience in the process. Read More …
Newsletter 002: Rebirth and Revolution
Big changes are afoot in my world – after enriching years on the islands, I’ve returned to the city lights of Vancouver. This move marks a new chapter, one fueled by a passion for exploring how technology and creativity intersect to shape our collective future. Read More …
HackCT: An Exploration into Open-Source Solutions for Rural Mobility
“If you’ve ever wondered how hackathons can drive real-world change, you won’t want to miss my YouTube Video from HackCT, featuring insights from GitHub’s very own Thomas Dohmke & Kyle Daigle.” Read More …
The Promise and Peril of AI: My Key Takeaways from the Impact Relations Institute Panel
I recently moderated an illuminating panel discussion on AI ethics and have so much to share! By learning together, we can shape a future guided by ethics, wisdom and care for one another rather than machines. Read More …
Exploring the World of AI Image Generation with Artist Frank Yu
Frank has been pushing creative boundaries with technology for over 15 years, and he’s now using AI to create stunning and thought-provoking images.
We’ll take a look at Frank’s process for creating AI art, and we’ll discuss the potential of this new technology. We’ll also explore some of the ethical concerns surrounding AI art, and we’ll ask the question: can AI ever truly be creative? Read More …