Emma Slayton

Emma Slayton, a data education librarian specializing in AI literacies, and Samantha Shorey, a design researcher focused on automation in the workplace, dive deep into AI's impact on the arts and culture. They discuss AI as a tool for artists instead of a crutch, the importance of responsible data practices, and how technology can enhance creative expression. The conversation also touches on the struggles artists face with AI's influence on their independence and explores thoughtful integration of tech in creative processes.