Alexander Manu on Artificial Intelligence & the future of creativity

Venture into the evolving landscape of creativity. Join us for an evening of discovery, engaging discussions, and insights into the potential of AI-augmented creativity as Alexander Manu, celebrated author and distinguished professor, presents his new book in conversation with Emma Aiken-Klar. Unlock revolutionary advancements and their transformative impact on art, design, and education.

Co-presented by: Business Design Initiative

Agenda

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Author Interview with audience Q&A

6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Meet-and-greet, book signing & light refreshments

Book synopsis

magine a world where the boundaries of creativity are not only stretched but redefined. This bookserves as your guide to this new frontier, engaging general readers, tech enthusiasts, and creatives alike in the captivating interplay between human ingenuity and artificial intelligence (AI).

Journey through the ground-breaking advancements in AI as they intersect with art, design, entertainment, and education. Discover how AI’s power to analyze and understand language can be harnessed to generate breathtaking visuals from mere text descriptions―a process known as text-conditional image generation. But this book goes beyond just showcasing AI’s capabilities: it delves into its transformative effects on the creative process itself. How will artists and designers adapt to a world where they co-create with machines? What are the implications of AI-generated art in educational settings? This book tackles these questions head on, offering a comprehensive view of the changing landscape of creativity. Read more about the book.

Fee

$93.95 + HST (Includes a copy of the book)

OR

$20 + HST | In-Person Only, no book

Location

The event is available to attend in-person only and will be held at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, 105 St. George St. Toronto, ON M5S 3E6.

Registration

To register for the event, visit the official event page.