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Meet Lauren Kubacki, the talented 3D Biomedical Artist leading our “Shape Your Imagination” workshop on August 29th! 🗓️ 😊 Lauren specializes in creating stunning visuals that simplify complex medical and scientific concepts. With a BFA in Biomedical Art from the Cleveland Institute of Art, she’s an expert in 3D modeling, XR development, and educational animations. Lauren teaches 3D design at several universities and brings her passion for science and art to every project. Join us to learn from her expertise and take your creative skills to the next level!✨ Register for this free community meeting by following this link! 🔗 https://bit.ly/3AzOEO3

We’d like to extend our sincerest gratitude to our former President, Anne Berry, whose guidance over the last two years has been instrumental as we navigated the challenges of post-COVID that many organizations face. We are proud to say we have a bright future head thanks to her exceptional leadership and dedication!😁 Thank you, Anne, for your unwavering commitment, inspiring leadership, and for steering us with grace through these pivotal times. We’re excited to build upon the foundation you’ve helped create and look forward to continuing this journey with the same passion and excellence you’ve demonstrated. Best of luck to you in your new role as Director of the School of Design at the University of Illinois Chicago! Here’s to celebrating your remarkable contributions and bright future ahead! 🥂✨ #aigacleveland #leadership #gratitude #aiga

🔥 Meet the incredible creatives and select panelists for our event, “Creating Fandom Through Design: The Cleveland Cavaliers’ Design Team’s Approach”! 🏀🎨   📅 Date: Tuesday, August 27, 2025  ⏰ Time: Doors open at 6:00 pm, presentation begins at 6:30 pm. 📍 Venue: Forest City Brewery - street parking available on both sides of Columbus Road.   Get ready to dive deep into the creative process behind the Cavs’ stunning designs with the talented team that brings the game to life. All are welcome to attend! 🔗 link to register 👉 https://bit.ly/46BQolS #cavs #aigacleveland #thingstodoincleveland #aiga #clevelandohio

Ready to take your creativity to the next dimension? Join us on August 29th for “Shape Your Imagination: An Intro to 3D Modeling.” Learn the essentials of 3D modeling, lighting, and rendering with Blender, guided by expert Lauren Kubacki. Bring your laptop and let’s get creative! 😁💻 Register for this free community meeting 👉https://bit.ly/3AzOEO3 #3Ddesign #creativeworkshop #clevelandcreatives #aigacleveland #community #designcommunity

We hope you all are having a great summer and feeling refreshed and recharged with your creativity! ☀️ We are excited to share our latest event, Creating Fandom Through Design - The Cleveland Cavaliers’ Design Team’s Approach.🏀 Join us on Tuesday, August 27th, at Forest City Brewery with doors opening at 6:00pm! The presentation will start at 6:30pm which will cover how the designers at the Cavaliers approach their design work and thought process as they present their latest work, crafted specifically for the basketball fandom, along with a panelist discussion from the Cavaliers Creative team! Hope to see you all there!😁 🔗Link to register: https://bit.ly/46BQolS

Interested in expanding your knowledge on AI? Come learn the basic tools at FIG studio for a 3 week beginner-friendly AI class with Jamal Collins! With step-by-step instructions from Jamal, you will learn the essentials of AI and principals of design!🌟 For more details check out below!👇 AI Design Edition | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence & Design 🗓️ July 27th / 1-2:30pm Unlock the power of AI to revolutionize your creative process. This workshop delves into cutting-edge AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney, empowering you to enhance your designs and streamline workflows. Through immersive lectures and hands-on exercises, you'll learn to leverage AI for ideation, rapid prototyping, and design optimization. Emerge with practical skills to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of AI-assisted design. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gunSa85A BrandForge Experience | Personal Branding, Marketing, Social Media 🗓️ August 17th / 1-2:30pm Forge a compelling personal brand that resonates in the digital age. This intensive workshop combines strategic insights with practical application, teaching you to craft a distinctive online presence. Learn to harness AI-powered analytics for data-driven decision-making in your marketing efforts. Through interactive sessions, you'll develop a personalized strategy to amplify your creative voice across social media platforms. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gunSa85A Side Hustle Studio | Graphic Design as a Side Hustle 🗓️ September 7th / 1-2:30pm Transform your passion into profit with this comprehensive side hustle workshop. Discover how to leverage AI tools to scale your graphic design business efficiently. Through a blend of expert lectures and hands-on exercises, you'll learn to optimize your workflow, price your services competitively, and attract clients. Gain insights into the gig economy and position yourself for success in the evolving design marketplace. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gunSa85A

Great opportunity to volunteer with Dr. Jacinda N. Walker to support the upcoming Design Week!! See link below.

🌟 Exciting News, CLEVELANDERS! 🌟 A group of proud Clevelanders is thrilled to be launching an initiative to create a symbol that truly reflects our deep-seated pride in our city! The core focus of the project is to engage with the Cleveland community and enhance local civic pride. We encourage everyone to participate and share this contest with friends and family. ANYONE from the Cleveland area, of any age, is welcome to submit designs as part of this community effort. Please read through to see some frequently asked questions about this initiative. Interested in learning more about ways to get involved? Feel free to message us with questions or visit cleflag.org! #CLEFlagProject #ClevelandPride #CommunityInitiative

📸 for our Community Mixer at Land Studio last week! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the evening! It was an incredible evening filled with inspiration, networking, and creative energy. A big thank you Land Studio for the space and for having the Brian Lachman from the Cleveland Flag Project provide us with the latest details on their initiatives! Stay tuned for more upcoming events and opportunities to connect with our vibrant creative community!😁 #creatives #communityevent #networking #aigacleveland #creativecommunity #cleveland

Tomorrow is the NIGHT! Our free Community Mixer at LAND Studio starts at 6pm until 9pm!🗓️ ⏰ Grab your friends and come hang out, play games, and win prizes while getting to know your creative community! See you there!😁 #aiagcleveland #landstudio #creative #creativecommunity #cleveland