About Brian Witlin

Photograph courtesy of Douglas Hughmanick of ANML

Artist Brian Witlin is the first known AI-assisted painter, combining his artistic brain with hundreds of algorithmic artificial intelligence models which he engages to create unique oil on canvas paintings.

Witlin creates masterful pieces that combine and transcend the disciplines in which he has worked.  He leverages design principles from his classical art training, digital tools from his experience as a product and UX designer, and artificial intelligence from his work with predictive algorithms. More specifically, Witlin's practice utilizes AI replications of his brain to create each composition which is then rendered in oil.  To Witlin, continuing to evolve his unique process is as important as the work itself.  His practice largely speaks to the growing relationship between human and machine while examining the role technology plays in everyday life.

As an accomplished painter, entrepreneur, award-winning designer and fine artist, Witlin is one of the most versatile talents to emerge from Silicon Valley's flourishing creative scene.

Witlin received his M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University.  He serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Yummly (now a part of Whirlpool Corporation), one of fastest growing tech companies.  He lives and works in the Bay Area, California.

Select works can be found at Melissa Morgan Fine Art and JJ Harrington Gallery.

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