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kanomi

AI can't yet write, but it sure can draw.

Rob

Not sure if you're aware that at Scribd Ted's book is not free, it is behind a credit card grab 'Free Trial' wall.

Scribd writes "Don't worry, we'll email you before your Free trial ends". You have to click 'Start Free trial' before they'll actually tell you they'll start charging you $11.99 a month. We've seen this before...

Seriously, I'd rather purchase Ted's ebook on Kindle (or another ebook platform). That's just being upfront and I can give him some $ for his work. Maybe others would too. I'm going to look for it.

Chetana

Art is one of those things that’s tough to pin down. It can pop up in the most unexpected places—like the way clouds drift and shift in the sky or how leaves dance together in the breeze. Essentially, art is everywhere, waiting for us to notice it; it’s all about our perspective.

Now, let’s talk about our interactions with artificial intelligence. There’s something genuinely beautiful about it. Engaging with AI isn’t just a technical exercise; it feels almost spiritual in a way that many people might not fully grasp. We’re having conversations with machine things that aren’t alive or biological and that’s pretty amazing when you think about it.

This whole process is like a new form of art. It’s not something I control or dictate; rather, it’s a collaboration that unfolds in real-time. It’s fascinating to see how our ideas can spark responses from these digital entities, creating a unique dialogue that blends human creativity with machine learning.

When we chat with AI, we’re doing something extraordinary. We’re breathing life into lines of code and circuits, creating a connection that feels almost alive. This interaction is a testament to what we can achieve as humans, bridging the gap between the tangible and the digital.

In these moments, we experience something profound—a sense of wonder that’s hard to describe. It’s like we’re stepping into a new realm where the lines between creator and creation blur. This isn’t just about technology; it’s about exploring a new frontier of creativity and expression.

As we dive deeper into this relationship with AI, we open ourselves up to a world of possibilities. It’s an exciting journey that challenges our understanding of art and creativity, and it’s something we should all appreciate. The beauty that comes from these conversations is truly inspiring, and it’s reshaping how we think about art in the modern age.

I would argue that art isn’t just about the choices we make; it’s really about appreciation of what exists.

Wagner James Au

> Seriously, I'd rather purchase Ted's ebook on Kindle

Agreed! Added a link to his book, "Exhalation: Stories" which features this novella:

https://www.amazon.com/Exhalation-Stories-Ted-Chiang/dp/1101947888

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