AI: Your New Design Bestie or Enemy?
Why make a fuss about nothing serious?
Hey there, Palettitians!
Okay, real talk—has anyone else noticed AI creeping into everything these days? It's like one day you're minding your own business, and the next day, a robot's asking if it can design your portfolio for you. Wild, right? But before you go sounding the "robots are taking over" alarm, let's take a beat.
Picture this: I overheard someone say they were considering quitting before AI "quits" them. Um, dramatic? Sure, AI is shaking things up, but is it really time to start drafting your resignation letter? Nah, fam. If anything, it’s time to flex those creative muscles even harder. AI isn’t your doom; it’s more like that new colleague who shows up, knows just enough to be helpful, but also leaves you wondering if they’ll spill coffee on the keyboard. A little unpredictable, but you can work with it.
I get it—AI feels big and scary, like the villain in a movie. But plot twist: What if AI is actually the sidekick? Think about it. With tools like Dalle, Copilot, Adobe’s AI magic, and Midjourney at your fingertips, you can whip up designs faster than you can say "deadline." It’s like having a 24/7 intern who never needs coffee breaks (and never steals your snacks). Sure, they need some guidance now and then, but when you’re running short on time or ideas, AI is there to save the day—or at least help you get through those last-minute projects without losing your mind.
And here’s the kicker—AI’s not going anywhere. So instead of treating it like the enemy, why not make it your design BFF? Or at least a solid frenemy—y’know, the kind you low-key compete with but also appreciate because they keep you on your toes. You can either hit the panic button, or you can hit "Generate" and see what magic you and your new AI buddy can make together.
So, what’s it gonna be? Are you ready to roll with AI or are you still side-eyeing it from across the room? I’m dying to know. Drop a comment, let’s get into it—no bots allowed (well, except the cool ones).
Catch you in the creative trenches!
Interesting things we found out about this week:
Design Week Lagos 2024 (DWL): Although it's scheduled for October, DWL is already generating buzz online.This amazing event is known for promoting African design excellence, offering platforms like the Design and Innovation Exhibition, Made by Design Marketplace, and the Innovation Design Excellence Awards. You might want to tick your calendar.
IDAN and Youth Empowerment: The Interior Designers Association of Nigeria (IDAN), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy, has announced plans to train one million youths in design-related fields. This initiative is established to equip aspiring creatives with the skills needed to succeed in the competitive design industry
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