AI tools can make interesting images, but we must be careful when using them.
AI is slowly transforming the world of digital art. Photo: EPA-EFEArtificial intelligence (AI) is changing how we think about creativity in digital art. This technology is opening doors for more people to become artists.
How AI helps make art
AI art is like having a super-powered assistant who can suggest colours, create textures and even generate entire scenes. These tools can create unique visuals from your ideas, even if you are not a skilled artist. AI art is like having a super-powered assistant who can suggest colours, create textures and even generate entire scenes. These tools can create unique visuals from your ideas, even if you are not a skilled artist.
But it’s not just about art. Learning to use these tools can help you be more creative, solve problems and better understand technology. These skills are needed for the future, no matter what career you choose.
How do these tools work? Generative AI platforms like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion and Dall-E learn to create images by studying a lot of visual data. However, these companies are facing a lawsuit which alleges that their systems were trained on art stolen from artists.
Even though AI art has many exciting possibilities, it is important to keep in mind some of the problems that can come with these tools.
How to use AI art carefully
It is important to use generative AI responsibly, especially as a student. Here is what you should keep in mind:
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Avoid plagiarism: Be clear that an AI-generated image is not your creation. Claiming AI art as your original work is considered plagiarism. Always write the name of the tool you used and explain how the art was made. This is especially important in school and at a job.
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Traditional art skills are still needed: AI is a tool, not a replacement for human creativity. Learning to paint, draw and create by hand is still valuable. These skills help you understand art, develop your style and think critically. AI can go along with traditional creative methods, but it shouldn’t replace the main skills that make art meaningful.
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Ethical use: Generative AI can alter or create images that look very real. This causes problems when people pretend that fake images are genuine. Misusing AI to spread fake news or to trick others creates serious issues. Always use AI responsibly, and be clear about how images were created or modified.
Generative AI is an exciting tool that opens up new possibilities, but it is up to us to use it wisely. By combining AI with ethics and traditional art skills, we can unlock creativity in a safe way.
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