When people can easily make beautiful artwork by typing in a few words to a computer, will they still want to make art by hand?
Here are my thoughts:
I think people will continue to create art in the future, even with AI making it easier. Here are a few reasons why:
1. Human Expression
Art is a deeply personal way for individuals to express their emotions, experiences, and perspectives. It is also a vehicle for self-discovery, healing, greater awareness, meditation and an internal sense of well-being that goes far beyond the final product. Many liken art-making to a spiritual experience.
2. Creativity and Originality
While AI can generate impressive pieces, it lacks the unique personal touch and creativity that comes from the human experience. Artists often draw from their own lives, cultures, and histories, which infuses their work with meaning that AI can't replicate.
3. Collaboration
Many artists may choose to use AI as a tool rather than a replacement. Collaborating with AI can lead to new forms of creativity that we haven’t discovered yet. Used positively, it could possibly enhance and elevate one’s work providing new ideas and expressions we haven’t thought of.
4. Cultural Significance
Art has cultural and historical significance that reflects societal values and issues. People may continue to create art to address these themes, fostering connection and dialogue in ways that AI-generated art might not.
5. Community and Connection
Creating art often brings people together, whether in workshops, exhibitions, or online communities. The social aspects of art-making—sharing, critiquing, and celebrating each other’s work—are likely to remain important.
6. Diverse Mediums
As technology evolves, new mediums and methods for creating art will emerge. Artists may embrace AI to explore new styles and formats, keeping the field dynamic and evolving.
In essence, while AI can enhance the art-making process, I would like to believe that the human desire to create is deeply rooted in our being and will continue to endure. As for me, art is more than a product, but a way of being and seeing within the world that brings me joy and gives my life meaning.
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Written by Eris Klein November 3, 2024