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A Digital Aesthetics? Artificial Intelligence and the Future of the Art

Artificial intelligence has brought about significant changes in various creative domains, sparking discussions about the nature of art and its authenticity in the era of AI. Some scholars assert that the computer monitor now serves as a canvas, a brush, a musical instrument, and even an art tutor, leading us to explore deeper connections between AI and creativity. However, in this presentation, we wish to emphasize the humanistic dimension of creative processes once more. we acknowledge the role of AI in enhancing creative endeavors, but we firmly believe that human creativity remains paramount in the production of artistic works. The current notion of machines replacing artists is, in our view, more of a media sensation than a reality. Examining the history of electronic arts, our paper argues that claims of AI's artistic superiority are not novel; they echo similar trends from the past. The current enthusiasm mirrors earlier media frenzies. While the sciences have made significant strides in unraveling the mysteries of the human brain, our understanding of the intricacies of our remarkably creative minds, their origins, and their fulfillment in our brains This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License (CC BY NC), which permits distribution and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited and is not used for commercial purposes.

Exploring artistic frontiers in the era of artificial intelligence

Exploring artistic frontiers in the era of artificial intelligence, 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a groundbreaking force in the world of art, redefining the boundaries of creativity and offering new experiences. This article focuses on exploring the impressive realm of artistic endeavors shaped by AI and how it has changed the traditional art paradigm. The materials and techniques used in artworks produced by AI surpass traditional boundaries, incorporating elements such as virtual and augmented reality, robot technologies, and 3D printing. These approaches make significant contributions to the art world, expanding the boundaries of artistic expression and supporting the creative process for artists. Additionally, AI makes art more accessible to a broader audience, promoting inclusivity. However, these innovations also lead to significant debates in the art world. Questions about the reality of AI-generated art, the role of the artist in this process, and the future of art in the age of AI are prominent. AI-supported or AI-generated art redraws boundaries across a spectrum ranging from complex digital landscapes to interactive installations. The impact and future trajectory of these approaches depend on evolving values in the art world and society at large, holding the potential to transform artistic paradigms at the intersection of technological innovation and creative expression.

Artificial intelligence (A.I.) and Art

Artificial intelligence (A.I.) and Art, 2022

Technosphere is characterized by a switch from nature into a new, machine operated, realm of technology. What humanity is facing in its modernity is the transition from a human to a posthuman state of rule which is run by artificial intelligence (A.I.) and performed by artificial life (A.L.). In his work “The Inhuman”, Jean-Francois Lyotard reflects on the dominance of a new logic of techno-science over mankind. That notion binds the idea of the end of mankind as we know it. Technology is not neutral, it’s not simply a way of transmitting information in the service of mankind, it’s more than that, technology forms its new own being and with it a new technological language. Contemporary society is no longer determined by the concept of the spirit, or what Walter Benjamin calls “aura”, but rather by the logic of techno-science in its total rule over the entire space and time of the world. With the technologies of the new digital era a new question arises in the field of philosophy of art which until their appearance was considered as sublime. Artificial intelligence (A.I.) and artificial life (A.L.), through the connection of biotechnology and computing machines, appear as a new immaterial creation of life. Their space of action is virtual space, their time of action is instantaneous

Poetics of Artificial Intelligence in Art Practice

Poetics of Artificial Intelligence in Art Practice: (Mis)apprehended Bodies Remixed as Language, 2022

With a focus on the last five years, art employing artificial intelligence (AI) has been defined by a spectrum of activity, from the deep learning explorations of neural network researchers to artists critiquing the broader social implications of AI technology. There is an emergence of and increasing access to new tools and techniques for repurposing and manipulating material in unprecedented ways in art. At the same time, there is a dearth of language outside the scientific domain with which to discuss it. A combination of contextual review, comparison of artistic approaches, and practical projects explore speculation that the conceptual repertoire for remix studies can open up to art enabled by AI and machine learning (ML).

Extended Aesthetics: Art and Artificial Intelligence

Proceedings of theEuropean Society for Aesthetics, 2022

In this paper, I will argue that developments in machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) applied to aesthetics have relevant implications for philosophical aesthetics, in particular concerning the discussions about the nature of creativity and authorship. The automatic generation of aesthetic artifacts, as well as the development of software increasingly supporting the work of artists and designers, call into question the uniqueness of individual creativity and artistic imagination in an unprecedented way. Moreover, in a scenario in which formal properties of artifacts seem to be easily replicable by machines, the debate on the relationship between aesthetics and the nature of art seems also revitalized. Overall, diverging positions on this issue oscillate between the view of the machine as an Other competing with human capabilities, and, on the contrary, an interpretation of technology as an extension of human potentialities through the externalization o f mental processes. AI and machine learning would be in this sense a direct practical manifestation of an extended aesthetic mind, in which traditional cognitive limits of the biological mind can be overcome also in areas related to aesthetic creation.

REFLECTIONS ON THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN WORKS OF ART

Journal of Aesthetics, Design, and Art Management, 2022

This paper aims to reflect on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in works of art, examining its impact on the creative process, aesthetics, and audience reception, then provide a critical reflection on the use of AI in works of art, examining its potential benefits and drawbacks and exploring the ethical considerations involved. The paper examines the use of AI in works of art, with a focus on the methodologies and case studies that demonstrate the potential and challenges of this emerging field. Research methods: The paper presents case studies of notable artworks that utilize AI, discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of AI in art, and explores the ethical considerations involved. Through a review of the literature and analysis of six case studies, we explore the aesthetic, technical, and social dimensions of AI-generated art, as well as the ethical and critical debates surrounding its production and reception. Findings: The paper concludes by emphasizing the importance of critical engagement and continued reflection on the use of AI in art. Our findings suggest that AI can offer new modes of creative expression and engagement, but also raise questions about the role of human agency and interpretation in the artistic process. Implications: AI-generated art offers new opportunities and challenges for artists, scholars, and audiences, and future research should focus on developing ethical guidelines, exploring collaborative practices, and examining the social and political implications of AI-based art. Case studies of AI-generated art can help us understand the potentials and limitations of this field by providing specific examples of how AI is being used to create art, and how artists and audiences are engaging with these works. These studies can provide insights into the creative processes, technical challenges, and social implications of AI-generated art.

Artistic Beauty in the Face of Artificial Intelligence Art

SOCIAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL ASPECTS OF ART CHALLENGES OF THE ‘NEW NORMAL’ Edited by Iris Vidmar Jovanović and Valentina Marianna Stupnik, 2022

My chapter explores the impact of artificial intelligence on art creation and on the manners in which AI art challenges our understanding of beauty and artistic value