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AI Artists: Threat or New Renaissance?
21 Mar
Summary
- Robot artist Ai-Da's portrait sold for over a million dollars.
- Artists discuss AI's impact on copyright and exploitation.
- AI progress is rapid, raising questions about human skill.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming creative work, prompting artists to assess its implications. The sale of a portrait by robot artist Ai-Da for over a million dollars has fueled mainstream discussions about art's creation and definition. In Hull, artists are organizing to address concerns about AI's environmental, political, and social impacts, fostering a sense of community and shared practice.
Illustrator Eleanor Tomlinson views AI's progress as scary but compares it to photography's arrival, suggesting a transitional period rather than an end to traditional art. Writer Alan Raw expresses unease about AI training on published works without permission, potentially replacing commissioned writing and diminishing narrative skills among students.
Across various creative disciplines, artists are debating AI's role, with some fearing for their industries and others embracing technological change. A shared belief persists that true creativity stems from human experience, community, and skill, suggesting this human connection will endure.
