Welcome to the Tumblr of Are We Art Yet?, a community of individuals who are interested in exploring AI art in an ethical way without undermining traditional artists! Our goal is to stretch the boundaries of art and tap into the potential of this emerging technology, rather than creating forgeries or shitty NFTs.
Our Code of Ethics, which reflects our anti-capitalist and leftist values, can be found here, and our Discord server is here.
We encourage our members to draw inspiration from historical and public domain artists, synthesizing new styles from new combinations rather than replicating the styles of living artists. If a non-AI artist requests that we refrain from using their styles or works, we will honor their request. We will also avoid using the styles and works of artists who have publicly spoken out against AI art.
Our view is that AI art does not have to exist in opposition to more traditional forms of art, and that it has the potential to be a transformative and accessible medium. It will disrupt industries and, yes, be used for corporate greed, but it is our hope that our use of AI art can stand against these abuses and show that technology can coexist with and empower art.
Here are some additional links:
AI ISN'T AN AUTOMATIC COLLAGING MACHINE, a twitter thread by @reachartwork
The AWAY Reading List, a short but not comprehensive reading list of works that inspire and expand upon the philosophies and ethics behind this collective
Discussions and writings about AI Art, both by AWAY members and others
Artworks by AWAY members
Our bunnyshark logo, made by @reachartwork has been released into the public domain under CC0!
