AI Art Workshop: Create Your First Masterpiece Using AI Tools 

This workshop is for all ages and experience levels, from curious beginners to seasoned artists. We will explore the exciting world of AI art creation and guide you through crafting your very own masterpiece with user-friendly tools.

Materials:

• Laptop/Tablet with internet access
• Pen and paper (optional)

Class Schedule:

Introduction

• Welcome and introductions
• What is AI Art?  – A brief overview of Artificial Intelligence and its applications in the art world. Discuss benefits and limitations.
• Exploring the Canvas: Popular AI Art Tools – Focus on Adobe Firefly (free with Creative Cloud subscription) with a live demo showcasing its functionalities. Briefly mention other popular AI art tools like NightCafe Creator, Dall-E 2 (limited access), etc.

Creating Your First Masterpiece 

• Brainstorming & Prompts – Discuss the importance of a strong prompt – the foundation for your AI artwork. Brainstorming session with prompts based on different themes (e.g., landscapes, dreamscapes, portraits) and artistic styles (e.g., impressionism, pop art). Encourage participants to bring their own ideas or use provided prompts as a starting point.
• AI Text Generators for Art Prompts) – Introduce AI text generators like Bard (Google AI) or Rytr and how they can be used to create detailed and descriptive prompts for your artwork.
• Hands-on Creation with AI Tools – Guide participants through the process of utilizing Adobe Firefly. This includes:
  • Uploading reference images (optional)
  • Experimenting with different styles and settings
  • Generating variations and refining results
  • Saving and exporting your artwork

Open Exploration & Q&A 

• Free exploration time  – Participants can continue refining their AI artwork with acquired knowledge or explore other AI art tools mentioned during the class.
• Group Discussion & Q&A  – Encourage participants to share their creations, discuss their experiences, and answer any lingering questions about AI art and its possibilities.

Wrap Up 

• Briefly discuss resources for further exploration in AI art
• Class Q&A and closing