The rise of AI-generated art is threatening the livelihoods of human artists, as clients are increasingly opting for cheaper and faster AI-created works. A recent encounter with a visual artist who lost a commission to an AI program highlights the devastating effects of this trend on artists’ ability to make a living. The proliferation of AI art raises ethical questions about its impact on society and the future of art. As companies like Monumental Labs promise to create art at a fraction of the cost and time, the redistribution of artistic labor and wealth from human artists to tech CEOs is a pressing concern. To address this issue, options like banning AI art, supporting human artists through grants, and making individual choices to promote human-made art are being considered. Ultimately, it is crucial to recognize the value of human-made art and take action to ensure the survival of human artists.
The AI Art Revolution
The cat is out of the bag now, AI art is all around us, and this trend will very likely continue.
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