Man at the Crossroads by Diego Rivera, 1934
Welcome to the frontier where AI meets the humanities.
In this hands-on workshop, you'll discover what becomes possible when AI meets the ancient source texts at the Embassy of the Free Mind. By summoning the magical humanism of the renaissance, you’ll gain new inspiration for manifesting your personal vision with AI. Whether you're continuing a project from a previous session or joining for the first time, all levels and backgrounds are welcome.
This time we will split into two groups: an advanced track focused on using Claude Code (the most powerful AI workhorse in the stable) and a beginner-friendly track focused on using a variety of web-based tools. Both are open to anyone interested and both will be super fun. But, Claude Code requires a bit of a leap of faith to “--dangerously-skip-permissions.” You do you!
What to Expect
This workshop is for Amsterdam's AI creatives, humanists, scholars of esotericism, philosophers, artists, and the AI curious. Contemporary AI is truly a strange and liminal space — and effective use of AI relies more on self-knowledge than technical knowledge. You will learn a lot and get connected with other interesting people at the intersection of Amsterdam's AI and humanities scene.
Core Workshop Themes
- Vibe Coding · Manifest digital software just by explaining what you want to the computer.
- AI Translations · Draw inspiration from ancient texts. Work with actual digitized sources and reinterpret them through generative models for creative output.
- Imagination Architecture · Your own mind is like a generative AI system! We can help you trigger new ideas and envision their reality — and then use AI to make them real.
Format
Creative Lab | Show & Tell | Q & A
Date & Time
Friday, May 15
2:00 pm | Come early for informal coffee and a visit to the museum
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Structured workshop with free wine!
* 6:00 pm | Networking in the café * Drinks available to buy at the bar
Language
English
Ticket Price
€50,-
Important: Bring your laptop!
Getting There
Address
House with the Heads
Keizersgracht 123, 1015 CJ Amsterdam
Public Transport
A fifteen-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station. Prefer public transport? Take trams 13 or 17, or bus 170, 172, or 174 to the Westermarkt stop. From there, walk back a short distance, turn left onto Keizersgracht, and you will find us on your right after 300 meters.
Bike
Amsterdam is best explored on two wheels, and the EFM is no exception. Ample bike parking is available along the Keizersgracht.
Car
Parking in the area is paid (~ €8,05 per hour), and spaces can be difficult to find. The nearest parking garages are Q-park Nieuwendijk at Nieuwezijds Kolk 18 (650 meters), Q-park Bijenkorf at Beursstraat 15 (950 meters), and Q-park Europarking at Marnixstraat 250 (1,300 meters). You can also park at a P+R location and travel into the centre by public transport.
Upcoming Events
From immersive cultural experiences to distinguished academic gatherings, the Embassy of the Free Mind offers a diverse agenda open to all curious minds.
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