SPOTTING AI ART
Have you seen these advertisements from SM Malls and other big companies? How about the video ads of famous reports and celebrities vouching for a gambling site? Are there any similarities with the elements used in it?
Well, these are AI-generated images and videos. The usage and development of these forms of media have increased rapidly this year. Although the use of AI on company ads may not have very serious implications, the deceptive video ads are quite alarming.
HERE ARE SOME POINTS TO CONSIDER IN SPOTTING AI ART
image from NightCafe Studios
THE HANDS!
AI-generated works cannot really perfect the structure of the hands and fingers. Their structure is weird and distorted, with extra or missing fingers or unrealistic proportions. This limitation isn’t confined to hands alone. Other parts of the body might also have asymmetrical or unrealistic structures and proportions.
TOO DETAILED ELEMENTS
Although some artists include intricate elements and detailed backgrounds, AI-generated images often feature excessive and incoherent levels of detail.
image from NightCafe Studios
Patterns and elements in AIgenerated art often look repetitive and may overlap in unrealistic ways. Examine the background of the artwork carefully for suspicious or illogical patterns and elements.
OVERLAPPING & REPETITIVE PATTERNS
image from CNET
TOO MUCH SATURATION
AI-generated images tend to exhibit oversaturation and overly vibrant colors, often incorporating neon tones. Additionally, the lighting and shadows may appear unnatural and artificial. image from Reddit
These tips are general guidelines and may not always confirm whether a piece of art is AIgenerated. My rule of thumb is simple: if it looks a little off or unnaturally perfect, it might be the product of AI. It’s disheartening to think that some artists might be discredited for their hard work and passion simply because their art undergoes scrutiny to determine if it is AIgenerated. This trend can overshadow genuine talent and diminish the recognition artists deserve for skills honed over a lifetime.
image from Medium
On the other hand, some artists embrace AI tools and proudly incorporate them into their creative process, even using AI-generated works in competitions. For instance, in a 2022 digital art competition, an AI-generated piece won against human artists, sparking outrage within the community. This incident raises important questions: Will AI take over the art industry? Could AI become one of the greatest artists of our generation—or even of all time?
from New York Times, Jason M. Allen
I would argue that AI development is still in its infancy. It will undoubtedly continue to evolve and improve, learning to mimic human artistry with greater sophistication. However, what AI cannot replicate—at least at its current stage—is the intent and purpose behind human art. Human artists channel their emotions, passions, and unique perspectives into their creations, shaped by years of skill development and life experiences. This intrinsic connection between the artist and their work is something no AI can truly replicate.
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