A curious AI creative consultant, digital artist and visual storyteller exploring and sharing AI tips for creatives. Released one book on Nano Banana Pro and three books on Midjourney. Resources for anyone interested in up-skilling in the AI space. They are widely available through platforms like Apple Books and Booktopia.
Work featured in prestigious publications such as The Guardian, Trendhunter, Designboom, Gizmodo, Cool Hunting, and Forbes. Work has been shared by Jonathan Haidt and Jeremy Clarkson.
Creative Partner at Weavy, Hailuo, Leonardo AI and ImagineArt. An advocate for AI that is ethical, transparent, and with respect for the craft to elevate the creative. Speaker on AI at Cairns Crocodiles, Abe Show, AGDA and KPMG.
Design work featured in Wired, Mashable, PSFK, Designboom, Trendhunter, MacWorld, Design Taxi and Gizmodo Aus, US, UK, India & Japan. Typography work has also featured on the TV Show - The Daily Planet on Discovery Channel Canada/USA.
Sometimes I create logos, brand marks, identities and craft style guides and help start ups with brand positioning. Sometimes I write Photoshop tutorials for UK based Advanced Photoshop and Photoshop Creative publications.
Sometimes I art direct and design or collaborate with art directors and photographers to bring ideas to life. Sometimes I shoot portraits and live music.
In the past I have collaborated with guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela, launching their successful music career with album cover designs and photography. As a fan of guitar legend Preston Reed, I was honored to create and direct some of his music videos.
I have contributed to work that has been recognised at Cannes Lions, Clio, One Show, NY Festivals, D&AD, Caxtons, London International, Spikes and W3.
I have a keen interest in how technology and art can influence human behaviour for good in the world. An AI optimist, I am on the board of AI:OK; a pioneering initiative dedicated to promoting the responsible use of AI in the music industry.
A father of two adolescent boys, driven to help influence guardrails around AI and AI safety.
If you have a project and would like my input, shoot me a mail below, I'd love to hear from you. Cheers, Marcus