2026 Guild Meeting - "Maintaining Your Authenticity and Craft in Photoshop in an A.I. World" - By Shannon Squires
Thu, Feb 19
|Fire Station #14
In a world transformed by rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence, the very definition of creativity is being questioned. She will explore how these new technologies are reshaping the artistic landscape—offering powerful tools, raising ethical concerns, and challenging our understandings.
Time & Location
Feb 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM MST
Fire Station #14, 1875 Dublin Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
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About the Event
What it means to "create"? As algorithms learn to mimic styles, generate images, and even compose narratives, many artists are left wondering where human expression fits into this new reality.
Shannon will show that authentic art remains not only possible, but essential in the 21st century. True artistry is rooted in intention, emotion, lived experience, and perspective - qualities no machine can genuinely replicate. She will discuss how artists can embrace the opportunities of AI while preserving their unique voice, using technology as an ally rather than a threat. Ultimately, her message is one of empowerment: that human creativity is irreplaceable, and that this new era invites us to define authenticity more boldly than ever before.
Shannon is a nationally recognized award-winning photographer based in Colorado Springs. In 2019 Shannon won her first 1st place GIA in the Children’s category and went on to win another two more, before winning the…