There has been a lot of chat about AI across the arts; there are most definitely concerns and more than a little apprehension.
In recent years, AI has moved beyond science fiction into the very heart of human creativity.
From assisting with tedious tasks to generating breathtaking visuals, AI is redefining what it means to be an artist—and what art can be.
Within the realm of visual art, embracing AI technology is no longer a radical proposition but it can be (depending on your lens) a transformative opportunity.
The Evolution of Artistic Tools
Art has always evolved alongside technology.
The camera obscura, photography, and digital design software were each met with skepticism before becoming accepted tools of expression.
AI is simply the latest in this lineage.
What sets it apart is its capacity to not only assist but also co-create—opening new dimensions of aesthetic exploration. And yes, of course there are valid concerns.
Collaboration, Not Competition
A key concern is that AI will replace artists.
In reality, AI is likely better viewed as a collaborator. Tools like generative algorithms, style transfer, and image synthesis enable artists to explore styles, compositions, and concepts more freely and rapidly.
These technologies don’t dictate the outcome; rather, they respond to human input, making the process more fluid and iterative.
For example, an artist might use AI to generate variations of a theme, explore surreal compositions, or simulate traditional mediums digitally. I personally have used it to adapt the style of a statement, give an opinion on using say: a Zorn palette.
More information than replication; it is a partnership that can break creative blocks and push boundaries in ways that were previously unimaginable.
Expanding Access and Inclusion
AI tools are also in some cases democratising visual art.
Artists without access to expensive materials or formal training can now experiment with high-quality visuals and complex processes.
Artists with disabilities, too, are finding new ways to express themselves through voice commands or neural interfaces that work with AI to bring their visions to life. My mother for example, both elderly and disabled has used AI to expand her access and expression.
Things that in turn have positively affected her mental health.
Ethical Considerations and Authorship
Of course with great power comes great responsibility.
As AI becomes more deeply embedded in the creative process, questions arise around authorship, originality, and ownership.
Who “owns” an AI-generated image—the artist who prompted it or the developer of the algorithm? These are complex issues that the art world must navigate with care and clarity.
Honestly, the truth is that like all technological advances, people adapt.
Whilst I am an optimist, I am also a realist. I truly believe artists will ultimately harness the benefits and a ‘new way’ will evolve.
As an artist the reason we create is because we want to, indeed we often need to express something and this doesn’t change no matter what. We will still do this.
Ethically conscious artists are also considering how their data is used, which datasets AI is trained on, and how their own work may influence future AI outputs.
Transparency, crediting sources, and consent remain key principles.
The Emotional and Conceptual Depth
Skeptics argue that AI lacks the soul of human expression.
Yet it can be a mirror for our inner lives, reflecting back our fears, dreams, and contradictions. When used thoughtfully, AI can generate powerful commentary on identity, time, memory, and the machine itself.
As the artist we remain the meaning-maker, choosing what to keep, refine, or discard.
A New Language of Art
Just as photography expanded our visual vocabulary, AI is giving rise to a new visual language—one that blends code with colour, pattern with probability.
Artists today can create works that evolve in real time, respond to viewers, or exist entirely in virtual spaces.
These are not mere gimmicks, but profound shifts in how we conceive of form, space, and audience interaction.
Ultimately Embrace the Unknown
To embrace AI in visual art is to embrace curiosity, experimentation, and a willingness to redefine boundaries. It does not replace tradition; it expands it.
For artists open to innovation, AI can be harnessed as a partner, one that can help illuminate the infinite possibilities of human imagination.
Absolutely, there are threats and concerns and yes, there will be difficulties along the way.
As the landscape of art continues to shift, as it always has, artists should try to adapt and engage as thoughtfully and as best as we can.
It’s coming, in fact it’s here.
Keep up with Daily Euro Times for more updates!
Read also:
Kindred Spirits or Pure Coincidence: Lorde and Marina Abramović
Europe Kna’feh Get Enough of Dubai
Overstimulation: Absolute Silence is a Unspoken Luxury
