true lies, ancient news, and later the latest
- Miles Astray
- Apr 16
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 16
it's getting AI-y out there, but there's also real news
Is it just me, or is it getting pretty AI-y out there? Artificial intelligence is making inroads into more and more aspects of daily life – at times sneaking in undetected, at times entering the arena of public discourse in a flaming chariot. The creative community is an obvious group to collide with the new technology. To some creatives, AI is just a lie. Others speak their truths with it, enamored with a new form of expression. Follow me to Berlin to figure out what's what, and then on to some other places and news:
RIVALS roundup
I’m happy that I got to attend the inauguration of RIVALS – Photography vs Promptography, and meet my fellow artists participating in this groundbreaking group show that was part of the European Month of Photography in Berlin! Both Forbes and Petapixel covered it with great articles if you’re curious about the exhibition’s unique concept, pitting photos against prompts. Here are some excerpts and my stance on where we stand:
Archaeological Institute of America's ancient calendar
New year, new calendar. Almost forgot: my pictures “a shot 4,500 years in the making” and "iron age stone" are featured in the AIA's 2025 calendar. For the stories behind these shots and other award-winners, stop by my new iconic imagery page.
KAAF catalogue feature
Before F L A M I N G O N E went viral, it was featured in the creative section of last year's KAAF catalogue. Now its cousin S E L F I E N D was selected for the latest edition alongside some truly inspiring images in the black and white section. Seeing KAAF's curatorial prowess year after year, I'm proud to include this distinction in my new press & publications section:
latest content
If you fancy a quick trip to paradise and back, check out my Tonga essay, or accompany me to a recent and random presidential encounter in Ecuador:
Only Outside the Western World
Tonga
what's next?
My sojourn in Europe has come to an end, and I'm back in the Americas to work on a photo project that has been on my mind for the longest time. Stay tuned.
So long,
Miles
