Poster protocol
As of November 24, 2020, the local music scene in Winnipeg is still deeply connected to the art of creating visually appealing gig posters. Graphic designer Stu Reid has spent his career designing thousands of posters for local bands, promoters, and venues. However, the rise of generative AI images has sparked a backlash among creatives, particularly in the live music industry.
Evan Simpson, a graphic designer, notes that live music has always been a DIY scene, and the loss of visual individuality due to AI-generated posters would be a shame. Artist Jenna Priestner's recent hand-drawn poster for a karaoke event gained attention for its anti-AI message. Winnipeg's music scene has a rich history, from the Guess Who to Propagandhi, and local visual artists like Marcel Dzama and Simon Hughes have cut their teeth creating art for live music events.
The loss of handcrafted posters and the reliance on AI-generated designs is deeply concerning for those invested in the scene's authenticity and creativity.
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