Sp ’24 Reading Blog #3
https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2023/08/is-art-generated-by-artificial-intelligence-real-art/
In the realm of a painting practice, the essence of (creativity) often hinges on the dynamic relationship between the artist and their medium—a dance of spontaneous reactions, intuitive adjustments, and emotive expressions. This profound connection between creator and the work, characterized by an acute responsiveness to the moment, is a hallmark of artistic mastery historically.
Artificial intelligence, while capable of remarkable feats, grapples with replicating this nuanced interplay. Despite its computational prowess and vast data processing abilities, AI lacks the intrinsic human qualities that underpin artistic spontaneity. It cannot fully grasp the subtleties of emotion, the raw intuition that drives an artist's hand(and materiality), or the improvisational finesse born from experience and intuition. What may be lacking- personal experience and individual responsiveness to an idea.
In painting practice, the act of creation is not merely a mechanical process; it's a dialogue between the artist's inner world and the external medium. It's about seizing the fleeting inspiration, navigating through uncertainties, and embracing the serendipitous discoveries along the way. This organic flow of creativity defies algorithmic replication—it thrives on the human capacity to perceive, interpret, and innovate in real-time. It also involves individual perspective and an interaction with the material.
While AI may excel in generating art based on predefined parameters or imitating established styles, it inevitably falls short in capturing the essence of artistic spontaneity based on individuality rather than a collective consciousness. The ability to react authentically to the ever-shifting dynamics of the creative process remains a uniquely human trait—one that elevates painting practice beyond mere technique into the realm of profound expression and personal connection. The differences between the machine and the artists function help me understand my place as an artist and what this process means. If I understand what ai is lacking, as well as where ai thrives and where I lack as a human being I can find a middle ground where the work is taking advantage of the strengths of both myself the artist and the tool to make work that is meaningful.
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