This short course is an engaging online course designed to introduce artists to the world of artificial intelligence. In this course, learners will explore how AI is shaping creative fields such as art, music, and design. The course provides an accessible approach, making complex AI concepts easy to understand for artists with little to no technical background. Through real-world examples, hands-on activities, and interactive learning experiences, learners will discover how AI tools are being used in innovative ways to enhance artistic expression and creativity. The course emphasizes the importance of AI literacy for artists, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to use these technologies to expand their artistic practice.
This course was originally piloted in 2022 as part of our original digital arts and entrepreneurship incubator program funded by the Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse and we’re delighted to make it available again with thanks to the OpenAI Researcher Access Program.
Throughout the course, learners will also delve into ethical considerations surrounding AI, such as questions of authorship, originality, and fairness. By combining theory with practical exercises like experimenting with AI-driven art tools and creating simple AI-based projects, learners will be encouraged to explore how AI can enhance their own creative work. Whether they are interested in visual art, music, or multimedia, learners will discover how AI can be a powerful tool for artistic expression, opening up new possibilities and inspiring innovative approaches to art in the digital age.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 5 Lessons
- Lifetime
- Introducing Artificial Intelligence (AI)In the "What is AI" module, learners will explore the foundational concepts of artificial intelligence, understanding its definition, key components, and how it functions in both everyday life and the creative world.6
Instructor
The Arts Incubator is a participatory arts collective and living lab, based in Winnipeg, Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario. It's a space where innovation and creativity thrive. It's latest iteration was launched in 2021 with funding and support from the Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse. Today, working with students and faculty from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, we fuse traditional and participatory media arts with artificial intelligence, music, storytelling and community-driven, land-based artist residencies to cultivate new voices and bold ideas. Whether through collaborative projects or immersive experiences, our small but vibrant community supports creators to explore, experiment, and connect. Join us at the intersection of artistry, technology, culture and community—where every moment is a new opportunity to create.
