The Maker’s Memo - Digital Frontier (Digital Frontier)

Rachy McEwan is a London-based artist interested in exploring connections between tech and the natural world. She tells “The Maker’s Memo” about her recent work, which included 3D modelling and mapping of arboreal assets tied to real-world tree preservation. A new art project is in progress featuring a video game world to map trees. The Scottish artist’s first love is painting oil on canvas. However, diversifying with digital media has opened new creative and career avenues, such as exhibiting an AR project at the Saatchi Gallery. In this episode of The Maker's Memo, we sit down with Rachy McEwan, an interdisciplinary visual artist pushing the boundaries where creativity meets technology. Discover how Rachy transforms digital tools into innovative art, exploring everything from serendipitous discoveries to AI-driven creativity.

Join the conversation on how humans and machines can collaborate to redefine artistic expression. Follow Rachy on http://instagram.com/rachymcewan_studio and explore her work at http://rachymcewan.com.

Explore the intersection of creativity and technology. Through conversations with artists, designers and makers, we uncover how digital tools are shaping their work - for better or wilder. From accidental discoveries to AI-driven artistry, we explore how humans and machines can coexist, collaborate and shape the future of creativity.

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Nick Hearne is a multiple award-winning creative skilled in graphic design, filmmaking, advertising, music production and more. He’s constantly testing new AI tools to expedite his work – even taking inspiration from the “janky” hallucinations generated by genAI. He talks “The Maker’s Memo” through some of his favourite concepts and designs for brands ranging from Netflix to Cannes Lions and personal projects he can’t help but pursue. Watch for his tips on which tools to embrace to make creations shine. In this episode of The Maker's Memo, we delve into the creative world of Nick Hearne, a true creative polymath who excels as a graphic designer, filmmaker, musician, clothing designer, and creative advertising director. Discover how Nick skillfully blends diverse disciplines to redefine modern creativity and leverage the power of technology in his work. Join us as we unveil his innovative process, creative insights, and the art of multidisciplinary collaboration.

Follow Nick on Instagram at http://instagram.com/mrnickhearne and http://instagram.com/alpaca.antenna, and discover more at http://www.nickhearne.co.uk.