An Interview with Ben Street, Art Historian 13 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23 🎨 Art & Illustration Art history AI Art Art can be enjoyed by anyone, anywhere it's found - in real life, print, or virtually. Authorial intent in art isn't more important than how viewers interpret it; the artwork belongs to the viewer too. The high prices some artworks command do not reflect their intrinsic value; art and money operate on different systems of value.
An Interview with Ian Fieggen, Shoelace Expert 11 HN points • 17 Apr 23 🪑 Design Illustration Web Design Graphics User Experience Ian Fieggen, known as 'Professor Shoelace,' has compiled extensive shoelace information in various formats for over two decades. Fieggen uses outdated tools like an old PC running Windows 8 and ancient graphics software to continue his work. Shoelaces, often underestimated, have led to creative solutions and improvements for different needs, like hiking or running.
An Interview with Protesilaos Stavrou, Philosopher 1 HN point • 14 Apr 23 📖 Philosophy Interviews Reflections Personal Growth Protesilaos Stavrou is a philosopher, writer, and Emacs expert. Protesilaos' interests developed through life experiences and reflections. Protesilaos advocates for taking time to learn deeply, emphasizing self-discovery over shortcuts.
How I've Used ChatGPT & Midjourney 1 HN point • 03 Mar 23 🕹 Technology AI Generative AI Image Generation Text generation Tools Generative AI products excel in speed and cost due to vast data ingestion ChatGPT can efficiently assist in tasks like finding literary agents or creating scripts Midjourney provides quick and cost-effective image generation for artists and creators
An Interview with Matthew Bischoff 0 implied HN points • 14 Jul 23 🕹 Technology Design Development Apps Matthew Bischoff started and runs Lickability, a software design & development studio, creating apps for known companies. Resources to learn software development include online courses, tutorials, and hands-on practice, emphasizing the importance of learning by doing. Well-designed apps are fast, easy to use, accessible, and solve real problems visibly crafted by a caring team.