Real Talk with Shutterstock: AI in Art

Introduction

• Discussion on AI's impact on art and artists.
• Guest: Jah, visual artist and storyteller.
• Jah's background as a filmmaker/visual artist from L.A.

Jah’s Artistic Style & Use of AI

• Style influenced by comic books and childhood experiences in Brooklyn.
• Uses AI for creating projects like "Helmet City," blending various cultural elements.

Concerns and Ethics in AI Art

• Jah views AI as a collaborative tool, emphasizing the human element.
• Concerns about fair use and royalties for artists whose work AI is trained on.
• Comparison to music sampling, stressing credit and royalties.

Perspectives on AI Generating Art Styles

• Differentiates between copying existing characters and creating transformative works.
• Emphasizes importance of giving credit to original sources.
• Recognizes AI as a tool that offers new creative opportunities.

Feelings on AI-Created Works in Similar Styles

• Mixed feelings about others using "in the style of Jah" in AI prompts.
• Ownership and proximity to personal artistic expression play a role.

AI’s Role in Job Displacement and Creation

• Jah acknowledges AI can ease processes and open up ideation opportunities.
• Comparison to historical shifts like photography and synthesizers in music.

Backlash and Misunderstandings in AI Art

• Jah faced backlash due to assumptions about the lack of effort in AI art.
• Highlights the intricacy of prompt writing as an art form itself.

Inclusivity and Representation in AI Art

• Importance of Black representation in tech and creative spaces.
• AI as a new tool allowing broader access to artistic expression.

AI Hype and Everyday Integration

• AI is not overhyped but increasingly recognized in daily life.
• Examples include AI tools like Grammarly and Siri.

Future of AI in Art

• AI artists may initially face perception as lesser, similar to early photography.
• The industry must address ethical concerns and establish fair compensation.

Economic Opportunities through AI

• AI opens new revenue streams via platforms like Web3 and Shutterstock.
• AI allows faster concept visualization and creativity expansion.

Future Improvements and Concerns

• Need for more inclusive model training to better represent diverse inputs.
• Concerns about over-reliance on AI leading to reduced human involvement.

Conclusion

• AI viewed as the future, with hope for responsible and equitable use.
• Jah’s contact and artwork available at www.byjah.art.
• Encouragement to explore AI Image Generator on Shutterstock.com.