Tony Laidig
Senior Instructor
Tony Laidig is widely recognized as “The Public Domain Expert” and has been at the forefront of AI art and writing strategies since 2019 – well before it became the trend. With a graphic design career spanning over 18 years, Tony has crafted more than 600 book covers, including several that have graced the New York Times Best-Seller list.
His deep understanding of the public domain positions him as a leading authority on the intricacies, strategies, and creative challenges posed by AI technology. Over the years, he has imparted his knowledge in over 260 courses, covering a diverse range of subjects from publishing and book design to photography, art creation, and even children's literature.
Outside of work, Tony is a passionate traveler, exploring the open roads in an RV with his wife Kristen and their two feline companions. As he journeys, he continues to teach and craft his own art and written works. And in those quiet moments, you'll find him capturing the world around him through his camera lens.