Intro to Quantum Computing for Creatives

This intermediate-level workshop introduces quantum computing to artists and creative technologists through an accessible, hands-on approach—no background in mathematics or physics required.

Participants will be guided through an interactive Jupyter Notebook using IBM’s Qiskit, a leading open-source quantum computing SDK. You'll learn the fundamentals of quantum computing, including the core concepts of Qiskit and how to translate your own creative ideas into quantum circuits. The session features a real-world creative project by Astryd Park as an example of mapping conceptual ideas onto quantum logic.

Alongside practical exercises, the workshop demystifies key jargon commonly found in quantum computing documentation—bridging the gap between technical tutorials and creative exploration. By the end of the session, participants will have a working understanding of Qiskit’s API and feel empowered to approach quantum computing as a tool for artistic experimentation.

Astryd will also share insights from their own practice, touching on themes such as post-humanism and speculative computation, offering a unique entry point into the emerging field of creative quantum computing.

Workshop requirements

Laptop with the following installed:

• Visual Studio Code
• Miniconda

This workshop is aimed for someone who already knows a bit of Python, Jupyter Notebook and virtual environment.

About Astryd Park

Astryd began creating artistic applications with quantum computing in 2020 while working at IBM Korea. They received the Community Award for Quantum Orchestra, an interactive Jupyter Notebook that generates quartet music from custom-designed quantum circuits. During their MSc in Creative Computing at the UAL Creative Computing Institute, they explored the intersection of physical and quantum computing, bringing post-humanist ideas to life through the project Wie?: A Question from the Quantum Realm.

Most recently, they showcased their work Reality is Not What it Seems at London Tech Week—the UK’s largest tech event. The project uses a custom quantum 2D image encoding algorithm (QPIXL) to distort live video recordings, challenging perceptions of digital reality.

Astryd is currently based in London, working as a Quantum Application Engineer at MOTH Quantum. Before relocating, they contributed to neuroscience and materials science industries in South Korea, developing flexible nanoscale neural probes and biosensors for major universities and hospitals.

Their academic background includes a BA in Creative Writing, a BEng in Service Design Engineering, and a BASc in Art & Technology—all completed in Seoul. Their creative practice spans moving image, kinetic sculpture, science fiction, graphic novels, and cinema music.