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People are more like AI language models than you might think. Here are some prompting tips.

Source: Ars Technica - Benj Edwards

While AI assistants like ChatGPT have taken the world by storm, a growing body of research shows that it's also possible to generate useful outputs from what might be called "human language models," or people. Much like large language models (LLMs) in AI, HLMs have the ability to take information you provide and transform it into meaningful responses—if you know how to craft effective instructions, called "prompts."

Human prompt engineering is an ancient art form dating at least back to Aristotle's time, and it also became widely popular through books published in the modern era before the advent of computers.

Since interacting with humans can be difficult, we've put together a guide to a few key prompting techniques that will help you get the most out of conversations with human language models. But first, let's go over some of what HLMs can do.

Understanding human language models

Read more at https://rafaelsalazar.io/blogs/news/the-fine-art-of-human-prompt-engineering-how-to-talk-to-a-person-like-chatgpt

Photographer finds surreal beauty — and few humans — inside a Chinese EV factory.

By Oscar Holland, CNN

Edward Burtynsky's photo "BYD Manufacturing Facility #1" was shot in one of Chinese car giant BYD's factories in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province.

Editor’s Note: In Snap, we look at the power of a single photograph, chronicling stories about how both modern and historical images have been made.

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Depicting endless rows of uniformed workers, Edward Burtynsky’s iconic images of mid-2000s Chinese factories spoke to the seemingly inexhaustible human labor behind China’s economic miracle. Just two decades later, the photographer’s glimpse inside an electric car plant near Shanghai presents the opposite phenomenon: a complete absence of people.

“This is a factory built by humans but run by robots,” Burtynsky said of the facility, which is owned by top Chinese automaker BYD, on a Zoom call. “I think it’s a foreshadowing of where our future is.”

Source: CNN at https://edition.cnn.com/2025/06/30/style/edward-burtynsky-china-africa-snap

I'm thrilled to share that I've been featured in a new artist interview at Our Arts Magazine! This is more than just an interview—it's a colorful peek into my journey, creative process, and the stories behind the art I create.

From my roots in Colombia to the bold, oversized digital canvases I craft today, this feature offers an honest and entertaining glimpse into my world—past, present, and future.

🖼️ Grab a coffee (or a curiosity) and come take a look. You’ll discover why I believe in creating art that makes you think, smile, and maybe even tilt your head a little.

👉 https://ourartsmagazine.com/blog/getting-to-know-rafael-salazar/

Thanks for following along—and as always, welcome to my world of form, color, and a little joyful rebellion.

—Rafael

The City of Miami Beach, in collaboration with the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA), is pleased to announce the 2025 edition of No Vacancy, Miami Beach.
Applications are currently open from June 2-30, 2025.

No Vacancy, Miami Beach,
Call to Artists 2025: https://cityofmiamibeach.submittable.com/submit
No Vacancy, Miami Beach,
Call to Hotels 2025
https://cityofmiamibeach.submittable.com/submit

No Vacancy is a juried art competition that supports and celebrates mainly local artists, provokes critical discourse, and encourages the public to experience Miami Beach’s famed hotels as temporary art destinations in their own right.

No Vacancy 2025 marks the program’s sixth edition presenting 15 artists creating site-specific works at 15 iconic Miami Beach hotels. The installations will be on view from November 13 through December 20, 2025.

Each selected artist or collective will receive a stipend of USD 10,000 to realize their project at each hotel location. Artists are drawn from a call for submissions issued by the city and selected by representatives from the City of Miami Beach Art in Public Places Committee, Cultural Arts Council (CAC) and MBVCA.

For the sixth edition of No Vacancy, USD 35,000 in prizes will be awarded to two selected participants, featuring a USD 10,000 Public Prize by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau and a USD 25,000 Juried Prize awarded by a jury of local art professionals.

Projects were displayed at the following twelve hotels in Miami Beach during No Vacancy 2024, listed in alphabetical order:

- Avalon Hotel Miami, 700 Ocean Drive
- The Betsy Hotel, 1440 Ocean Drive
- Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, 3925 Collins Avenue
- The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club, 1732 Collins Avenue
- Esmé Miami Beach Hotel, 1438 Washington Avenue
- Faena Miami Beach, 3201 Collins Avenue
- Hotel Croydon Miami Beach, 3720 Collins Avenue
- International Inn on the Bay, 2301 Normandy Drive
- Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach, 1750 Alton Road
- Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, 1717 Collins Avenue
- Royal Palm South Beach, 1545 Collins Avenue
- Sherry Frontenac Hotel, 6565 Collins Avenue

No Vacancy is made possible with the support of The City of Miami Beach, The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, and The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Office Info:
Main Desk: 305.673.7577

Tourism and Culture Department Contacts:
Tourism & Culture Department

Lissette Garcia Arrogante
Director
[email protected]

Francys Vallecillo
Assistant Director
[email protected]

Fernando Pestana
Administrative Services Manager
[email protected]
Ext: 26727

Bathed in the golden hues of a tranquil sunset, a humanoid robot kneels on the shore, gazing at the horizon with an almost human-like sense of longing. Adorned with vibrant flowers emerging from its mechanical head, this evocative piece blends the organic with the artificial, symbolizing the coexistence of nature and technology.

The composition evokes themes of self-discovery, nostalgia, and the endless possibilities of human-AI evolution.

This is one of those "Food for Thought" artworks that I wanted to share with everyone.
Perhaps have a sound opinion on how We could see the Future.

Leave you with that thought!

Artists for California: Inspiring Hope Through Art Sales.

Your creativity can make a difference. Join us in inspiring hope and rebuilding lives for those affected by the California fires.

🌟 How It Works:

1️⃣ Donate the proceeds from your art sales.

2️⃣ We'll showcase your work and connect it with collectors who care.

3️⃣ 100% of profits go directly to trusted organizations like World Central Kitchen and Habitat for Humanity.

Let’s unite our community and use art as a force for good.
Together, we can create more than just beautiful pieces—we can create change.

💛 Are you in?

Learn more and sign up here: at [email protected]

#ArtistsForGood #CaliforniaFiresRelief #ArtWithImpact #california_fires #canvasofcare #ashestoaction #artistsignitehope #wck #artists

"Join a community of compassionate artists using their creativity to rebuild lives. Donate proceeds from your artwork sales to help those affected by the California fires in 2025.
Together, we can make a difference."



Donation: 100% proceeds from the Sale of this artwork on Special Edition Prints and Products

We support the WCK at: https://donate.wck.org/team/631197

The Annenberg Foundation sends this invite for everyone to Support the recent California fires:

"Join us for an evening of music and solidarity".

The FireAid benefit concert will be held at Intuit Dome and Kia Forum on January 30th dedicated to rebuilding communities that have been devastated by wildfires.

Contributions made to FireAid in connection with the FireAid benefit concert and other direct donations will be distributed under the advisement of the Annenberg Foundation and will be distributed for short-term relief efforts and long-term initiatives to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California.

The Annenberg Foundation, with decades of philanthropic leadership in our community, including rapid response, will help coordinate a team to direct funds for the greatest impact.

BENEFIT CONCERT -
- Two (2) venues. (1) KIA Forum (2) INTUIT Dome located at Inglewood, CA
- One night.
- Your favorite artists coming together for music & solidarity.
- Shows start at 6pm.
- Tickets go on sale January 22nd at noon. NO PRE- SALE
- Tickets are only valid for the venue that you selected when you purchased your ticket(s). They are not valid for both venues.

**I can’t attend the event, is there somewhere I can watch it?
Yes! FireAid Will be Broadcast by Select AMC Theatres, Apple Music and the Apple TV App, Max, iHeartRadio, KTLA+, Netflix/Tudom, Paramount+, Prime Video and the Amazon Music Channel on Twitch, SiriusXM, Spotify, SoundCloud, Veeps, and YouTube

Stay tuned for more artist announcements in the coming days.

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor those who answered the call to protect our country—the brave souls who faced the unimaginable, often carrying the weight of war long after they returned home.

They are our brothers, fathers, husbands, friends, and family members. Many have endured unspeakable pain and continue to battle invisible scars, a silent testament to the heavy cost of freedom.

We remember those who tragically lost their lives not only in combat but also in the quiet aftermath, struggling with wounds we could not see but that were no less real.

Their sacrifices, along with those of their families, remind us every day that our freedom has been dearly bought.

Today, let us honor them with gratitude, compassion, and a commitment to support all who serve, both seen and unseen.
I invite everyone to view this enclosed video from Thomas J. Brennan about the available Resources to Help Our Veterans.

🎥 https://youtu.be/YJi-sQGZ_5E?si=vwsOQC0E94R8uKNM
☞ Website: https://thewarhorse.org/

#ThomasJBrennan #Veterans #Journalism


As of the most recent data, Veteran suicide remains a significant concern in the United States. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reports approximately 6,146 Veteran suicides in 2020, marking a slight decrease from previous years.

Despite some progress, rates remain higher than among the non-Veteran population. Overall, from 2001 to 2021, the Veteran suicide rate generally increased, peaking in 2018 with 6,718 suicides before seeing small annual declines through 2021. The VA’s comprehensive 2023 Annual Report continues to analyze this trend, focusing on strategies that promote Veteran well-being, such as the Veterans Crisis Line and expanded access to emergency mental health care.

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RIP CSB ❤️ Our eternal gratitude for your service to our Country 🇺🇸

Photo: Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial) is a national memorial located in Arlington Ridge Park in Arlington County, Virginia. The memorial was dedicated in 1954 to all Marines who have given their lives in defense of the United States since 1775.

🚨 "Attention, Artists! 🎨✨
Every dollar you donate goes directly to World Central Kitchen—NO money goes to anyone else!

🌍❤️ Let’s unite to feed those in need and show the power of our creative community. Your contribution matters!
Together, we can make a real impact!

💪 #ArtistsForChange #FeedTheHungry"

📢 No funds are diverted; this is about feeding those in desperate need.
Let’s show how art can illuminate the path to compassion and change!

Join us in this heartfelt mission! 🎉❤️"

By Donating directly into their Website
🆘 Check out World Central Kitchen!

Discover our art that shines in the dark! This spectacular Cosmic Skull, surrounded by planets and vibrant colors, not only adds excitement to your Halloween decor but also supports survivors of Hurricane Helene. #Artists4Helene

Donate to the World Central Kitchen WCK at https://donate.wck.org/fundraiser/5854198

-- Proceeds from the sale of any merchandise will be donated to the World Central Kitchen. WCK

With orange eyeballs, fluorescent teeth, and a neon blue glow, it will be the center of attention!

👻Find here: https://rafaelsalazar.com/featured/glowing-in-the-universe-rafael-salazar.html

#buyintoart #halloween #hurricane #spooky #artsy #cosmic #skull #Artists4Helene #WorldCentralKitchen @WCK