As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, it is becoming increasingly clear that there are potential negative ramifications of its use in the future. AI has the potential to cause significant disruption to the labor market, create ethical dilemmas, and lead to a lack of privacy. Additionally, AI could be used to create autonomous weaponsContinue reading “AI: The Future of Convenience or the End of Humanity?”
Author Archives: Thomasin Durgin
Unlock the Power of AI: Discover Every Day Uses
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent in our everyday lives. From the way we interact with our phones to the way we shop online, AI is making our lives easier and more efficient. In this article, we will explore 10 ways we use AI every day. From voice assistants to facial recognition, AI isContinue reading “Unlock the Power of AI: Discover Every Day Uses”
The Future of Copyright is in the Hands of AI
In recent years, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly prevalent in the world of copyright law. AI has been used to create works of art, music, and literature, and has been used to identify copyright infringement. As a result, copyright litigation involving AI has become increasingly common. This article will provide anContinue reading “The Future of Copyright is in the Hands of AI”
My show at the Metal Museum
My small Ring a Day exhibition is currently on view at the National Ornamental Metal Museum until January 7, 2012. It’s on the second floor of the library building. I could not be more pleased with the installation, conservator Kevin Burge made individual stands for all of my rings. Woot! You canContinue reading “My show at the Metal Museum”
EtsyMetal Project Runway Challenge 9.5
Suede, copper, brass, sterling, snaps. The EtsyMetal Project Runway challenge two weeks ago was to make something that would work well with Heidi’s sport New Balance collection. The designers on the show were encouraged to incorporate denim or suede into their designs. I’ve had computer problems and am finally able to post these pics. I’veContinue reading “EtsyMetal Project Runway Challenge 9.5”
a bracelet for Nina Garcia
Pierced brass cuff with variscite stone that I cut and polished. Made for the EtsyMetal Project Runway Jewelry Challenge. For this week’s episode the designers were challenged to create an outfit for Nina Garcia, the winning design will be worn by Nina and featured in Marie Claire magazine. Nina prefers a smooth and crisp silhouette,Continue reading “a bracelet for Nina Garcia”
20/52 Agate
Made for EtsyMetal’s Project Runway “Go Big or Go Home” Challenge. I carved the agate from a slab using my trim saw, hand tools, and sandpaper and then I set it in copper.
15-19/365
I’M NOT DEAD! Really. I had pneumonia for a month and narrowly avoided hospitalization. Then my DSL went down for three arduous weeks of AT&T customer service hell (just ask for tier II support right away, you’ll be transferred back to the states). Here are some rings, I am very behind. RAW 19/52 sterling silverContinue reading “15-19/365”
where have i been?
GREAT question, I apologize to my three remaining readers. For starters, I’ve been working on a mosaic tile installation in the courtyard of a local middle school. The students arranged all of the glass tiles before they were glued to the cylindrical benches which are six feet in circumference, there are 5 benches inContinue reading “where have i been?”
14/365 mosaic
sterling silver Tomorrow I start the largest outdoor mosaic I’ve done this year and that’s what’s been on my brain today, so I made a mosaic ring. I like the way it came out and it could be a contender for my new production line, if I can speed up the fabrication a bit. IContinue reading “14/365 mosaic”