Ignite Talk on “Midjourney: Bridging Posthumanism and AI for Creative Revolution”

On the 1st of October 2023, Sarsha TS, an AI artist and Assistant Professor of English at TK Madhava Memorial College, Alappuzha, delivered an enlightening and thought-provoking Ignite talk at the Virtual International Conference on Posthumanism and Digital Humanities titled "Future Human: Digital Frontiers in Posthumanist Discourse." This conference, organized by the All India Forum for English Students, Scholars, and Trainers (AIFEST), aimed to bring together scholars, researchers, and practitioners from around the world to explore the intersection of posthumanism and digital humanities. Sarsha TS's talk was a highlight of this intellectually stimulating event.

Sarsha TS's talk, titled “Midjourney: Bridging Posthumanism and AI for Creative Revolution” was a highlight of the conference. In her presentation, she delved into the fascinating realm where technology and human creativity converge. The talk was a captivating journey through the transformative potential of AI in the context of posthumanism. She began by elucidating the foundations of posthumanism, a philosophical perspective that challenges conventional notions of human existence and identity. She artfully wove together the concepts of posthumanism with the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence, illustrating how AI is reshaping our understanding of creativity, communication, and the very essence of being human.

Throughout her talk, Sarsha drew upon her experience as an AI artist to emphasize the synergy between human creativity and AI. She presented compelling examples of AI-generated art and literature, showcasing the innovative ways in which technology is augmenting human expression. Her insights into the implications of AI in the creative arts shed light on the possibilities for a creative revolution.

The other esteemed speakers at the conference, including:

• Dr. Anna Kuzio, a Polish linguist-cognitologist and Associate Professor at the University of Zielona Gora, Poland.

• Dr. Iuliia Shamaieva, Head of the Department of English Language at the School of Foreign Languages, Vasyl Karazin Kharkiv National University, Kharkiv, Ukraine.

• Prof. Manu Mangattu, a poet, research consultant, and publishing expert.

• Dr. Kalyani Vallath, a teacher, mentor, edupreneur, and Managing Director of Vallath Education; Founder of Bodhi Tree Publications and EProF.

• Dr. Divyajyoti Singh, a Professor of English in the Department of Liberal Arts and Media Studies at JC Bose University of Science & Technology.

• Dr. Jai Singh, an Associate Professor in the Department of Indian and World Literatures English and Foreign Languages.

Collectively, these scholars and presenters illuminated the digital frontiers in posthumanist discourse, fostering an enriching and interdisciplinary exchange of ideas.

Sarsha’s Ignite talk left a lasting impression, encouraging attendees to contemplate the dynamic relationship between AI and human creativity and inspiring further exploration of the evolving landscape of posthumanism and digital humanities. The conference, with its diverse range of topics and perspectives, was a testament to the ever-expanding horizons of human knowledge and the limitless possibilities at the intersection of technology and the humanities.