Can AI Create Art? (SFSC Monthly Meetup)

Text Of Discussion
Why AI Art is not Art: A Heideggerian Critique - Dr. Karl Kratz
Dr. Karl Kraatz Philosopher, Sinologist Lecturer at Zhejiang University
Synthesis philosophica, Vol. 38 No. 2, 2023
https://www.karl-kraatz.de

NOTE: It was great to discuss Heidegger's conception of Being, Enframing, and the essence of technology. Heidegger saw Art as Techne/Poiesis in the manner of Ancient Greece as the means whereby we can overcome the estrangement from Being, and recapture Truth as the unconcealment of Being. Heidegger was writing post WWII, now we have the internet and AI. What is AI in relationship to Heidegger's concept of technology? Can AI create art? What IS art and what is its function? Join us for a great discussion!
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Format:
6:30-7:45 pm - Discussion of the text
7:45-7:50 pm - Brief intermission for restroom and stretching

7:50-8:30 pm - Open dialogue on themes or concepts from the text
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About:

You can find us inside, sometimes outside on beautiful nights, at the Living Green Fresh Market Cafe. Bring the current discussion text (it’s OK if you don’t have it or haven’t read it—still come!), questions, and an open mind. The environment is casual; however, be prepared for thoughtful and challenging discussion.
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Rules:

1. Respect one another
2. Engage each other honestly
3. Don’t interrupt
4. Seek to understand
5. Allow others to speak

We hope to see you there!