AI in photography
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Photographic Creativity.
Artificial intelligence, which is playing an increasingly significant role in various fields, has also found its place in the world of photography. AI is now widely used in this field and affects various aspects, from photo editing to generating new images. AI brings about new opportunities while sparking questions and controversies.
An increasing number of AI tools, software, and technologies are being used by both professional photographers and amateurs. This impacts how we create and perceive images. In this article, I’d like to explore the influence of artificial intelligence on photography along with Felix, my AI assistant. We’ll delve into the new possibilities and challenges that AI presents in the realm of photography. We’ll examine how AI-created photography, in collaboration with humans, is influencing the way we create and perceive images.
A significant question that arises is whether we can distinguish between photographs taken by AI and those captured by humans. It’s also worth pondering whether human art creation still holds meaning and whether AI might replace human creators.
Is Art Inherently Artificial?
The question of whether art is “artificial” is a philosophical one that prompts various interpretations and debates. The concept of art is subjective and varies based on an individual’s perspective. In a general sense, art is a creation born from the imagination and skills of its creator, with the intention of expressing something, eliciting emotions, conveying ideas, or narrating a story.
Regarding photography, art can be understood as the creation of images that express the photographer’s artistic vision. Whether this is considered “artificial” depends on one’s perspective. Some argue that art is a natural expression of human creativity, while others view it as a process involving tools and techniques.
It’s important to note that the definition of art is flexible and can be interpreted differently across cultures, artistic disciplines, and individuals. Discussions on this topic are valuable due to the diverse viewpoints that make art such a captivating and complex field.
Artificial Art – Artificial Intelligence
The juxtaposition of the words “artificial” with both “art” and “intelligence” carries certain connotations that can be interpreted in various ways. This aspect provokes contemplation about the role of artificial intelligence in art creation.
Artificial intelligence is a computer program with the capacity to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. In the context of creating art, AI can serve as a program or tool that generates images, sounds, text, or other forms of artistic expression based on defined algorithms, patterns, or input data.
The term “artificial” may imply that what AI creates is not natural but rather the outcome of human programming and control. This invites reflection on the value and authenticity of art created by AI compared to human-made art. Is such art less valuable or less “authentic”? These are among the questions that can be explored in the context of the relationship between artificial intelligence and artistic creativity.
Determining the Creator in AI-Generated Images
The question of who the “creator” is in the case of an image generated by AI can be difficult to resolve. It depends on the specific situation and the legal context. The issue of attributing copyright to works created with AI is complex.
In the current legal landscape, many countries treat copyright as a human right, and artificial intelligence, as a tool, lacks the legal capacity to hold copyright. However, the individual or company overseeing the actions of AI may have certain rights to the generated work.
If a human plays a crucial role in the process of creating a work using AI, for example, by providing guidelines, selecting sources, or supervising the program’s actions, they may be considered the creator or co-creator of the work, and copyright may be attributed to them.
When an image generated by AI uses existing source materials, such as photographs, texts, or graphics, questions about the copyright of these source materials also become important. Have the authors of these source materials granted permission for their use in the process of creating a work using AI?
The AI program itself lacks the legal capacity to hold copyright. However, the individual or company supervising the AI, including algorithm selection, configuration, and parameters, may have certain rights to the result generated by the AI.
Copyright is often governed by agreements or licensing arrangements. In the case of images generated by AI, it’s important to understand and agree upon copyright between the creator (a person or a company) and AI. The agreement can specify who will be considered the author, and whose account the copyright will be attributed to.
If an image generated by AI is publicly accessible, and its authorship is unclear or disputed, it can lead to conflicts and legal disputes.
Copyright laws are evolving alongside the advancement of AI technology. Some countries are implementing legislative changes to better accommodate situations in which AI plays a significant role in creating artworks.
Ultimately, copyright in the context of AI is a complex and evolving matter. It’s important to remember that copyright is a local issue and varies between countries.
The definition of the creator in the case of images generated by AI can be challenging to determine and depends on the specific context and legal regulations. Currently, many countries consider copyright as rights belonging to humans, but the individual or company overseeing the AI’s actions may have certain rights to the work.
