Tony Laidig
Senior Instructor
Tony Laidig, known as The Public Domain Expert, has been pioneering AI art and writing strategies since 2019... long before they became mainstream. With over 18 years of experience in graphic design, he has created more than 600 book covers, including several featured on the New York Times Best-Seller list.
His extensive expertise in the public domain makes him a leading authority on its complexities, strategies, and the creative opportunities presented by AI technology.
As an educator, Tony has shared his knowledge through more than 2,000 course modules, covering everything from publishing and book design to photography, art creation, children's literature, video creation, and more.
When he's not teaching or creating, Tony embraces a life of adventure, traveling the open road in an RV with his wife, Kristen, and their two feline companions. Along the way, he continues to write, create art, and capture the beauty of his surroundings through photography.