Is that an attempt at the Statehouse on the far left?
In the words of the great Bob Ross (who filmed “The Joy of Painting” right here in Indiana), “We don’t make mistakes, just happy accidents,” — and that definitely applies to these AI-generated… masterpieces.
Meet Craiyon. Like Alexa or Siri but with a little less attitude, this artificial intelligence (AI) art project sketches 50,000+ images a day by taking users’ text input, scouring the internet for millions of related photos, while essentially teaching itself how to draw.
Here’s our take on how it did recreating some of Indy’s most iconic locations:
The Canal
Is it just us, or does each version get slightly greener? Little does AI know, but the canal doesn’t just celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a dye job, it’s also gotten a makeover for Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week (orange), National Sexual Assault Awareness Month (teal), the Colts season kickoff (blue, of course) + Breast Cancer Awareness Month (pink), among other events.
The middle sculptures look vaguely seahorse-like.
Photos via Craiyon
Monument Circle
We might be picky, but it’s a little up-close + personal for our taste. There seems to be a focus more on the monument and less on the circle. We’re also surprised that at least one of these recreations didn’t include “the world’s largest Christmas tree,” seeing as the Circle of Lights is such a photo-worthy event. Plus, we were expecting a little cameo from Doja Cat, who performed at a free concert there last year.
Can you spot David Letterman in the crowd?
Photos via Craiyon
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The most accurate of the three, this series really shows off AI’s skills in perspective. Did you know that you can’t see the entire track from any point of the circuit? That’s due to its especially large oval shape. For comparison, the Texas Motor Speedway is also an oval, but because it’s significantly smaller, you actually can see the whole circuit from the grandstands.
It’s probably only a matter of time until androids start showing us around Indy, but until then, we’ll hold down the fort.
Labor Day Karaoke | Mon., Sept. 5 | 9:30 p.m. | The Mousetrap, 5565 N. Keystone Ave. | Free | Pro tip: if you don’t feel the need for liquid courage, The Mousetrap has an extensive non-alcoholic beverage menu. 🎤
Steve Aoki | Mon., Sept. 5 | 5 p.m. | Regions Tower, 1 Indiana Square | $89+ | Listen to live music + enjoy a full bar and hors d’oeuvres at the “most exclusive rooftop summer day party concert celebration.”
Tuesday
Family Yoga at Coxhall Mansion | Tues., Sept. 6 | 10-11 a.m. | 11677 Towne Rd., Carmel | $10 | Join Alli Steinke from Flourish Yoga + Wellbeing for an all inclusive family yoga class. 🧘
Homeschool Tuesday: Artistic Hoosiers | Tues., Sept. 6 | 1:30-3:30 p.m. | Indiana State Museum | $12 | Bring your child to the museum for a day of learning during this two-hour class exploring science, art, history + culture.
Wednesday
Western Book Club: Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya | Wed., Sept. 7 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Join the discussion about this coming-of-age story of a Mexican-American boy in the plains of 1940 Mexico. 📖
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This fall, Greenwood is expanding its trail system to run around the perimeter of Northeast Park. The asphalt Northeast Loop Trail will be almost a mile long + 10 feet wide for Hoosiers to walk, jog, or bike — no vehicles allowed. There isn’t an opening date yet, but we’ll keep you posted. 👟 (WISH)
The Indy Cultural Trail is temporarily closed along Alabama Street between East Market Street + East Washington Street for needed repairs. Phase one is expected to take four weeks, with phase two beginning later this fall. For updates, follow the trail on Instagram. 🚧
Coming Soon
Indy-based Bier Brewery is opening a 6,000 sqft, all-ages taproom on four acres of land in Noblesville. The new location at 1618 S. 10th St. is expected to open in summer 2023 + serve beer, wine, wine slushies, cold brew coffee, and food. It will include a dog park, playground, and outdoor seating. 🍻 (IBJ)
Community
Speedwaywants your input. With its recent $60,000 grant, the Town Council is working on future development plans that will shape Speedway over the next decade. A feedback survey will be distributed at several community events this month, including the Speedway Chamber Jazz Festival on Sat., Sept. 17. 💬 (FOX59)
Today Is
Labor Day — an annual holiday that honors the contributions workers in America make to the country’s strength + prosperity. Labor Day has been designated as a federal holiday since 1894. Take a breather + hike around Eagle Creek Park or paddle boat along the canal.
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“America’s Christmas Hometown” 🌲
Our favorite feature is the 50s-style diner. | Photos via Trulia
A record-breaking Indiana listing just hit the market with a $47,900,000 price tag. TheBig Tree Farm estate at 5382 E. State Route 162 in Santa Claus, IN (more on that town later) is a little over a 2.5-hour drive from Indy.
What’s included in the 550-acre listing?
15 bedrooms + 19 bathrooms
Three formal gated entrances
Eight different lakes
3.5 miles of paved trails
Botanical gardens
Bronze sculptures by world-renowned artists
A tennis court, basketball court + sports equipment
Editor’s pick: When I saw that the Big Tree Farmhadeight different lakes, I just had to investigate further. It’s true — although there are only 19 natural lakes in the Hoosier state over 500 acres in size, there are actually hundreds of itty bitty lakes. While the estate’s lakes seem to be unnamed, other lakes in Santa Claus, IN include Christmas Lake, Lake Noel, Lake Holly + of course, Santa Claus Lake.
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