Is AI killing art? No, but the human creative process still matters, Israeli study argues
As AI becomes capable of producing sophisticated art in seconds, a new paper challenges us to rethink what makes human creativity valuable.
The Jerusalem Post reports on a new study by Prof. Amit Zoran of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) that argues AI is not killing art, but rather stripping away technical barriers and allowing humans to rediscover the value of the creative process. The study, titled "More than we can make: Generative AI, artistic forms, and artistic becoming," challenges the notion that AI-generated works can qualify as art and instead emphasizes the importance of the experiences that shape artists, audiences, and cultures.
Zoran introduces the "decoupling thesis," which argues that AI allows for the production of sophisticated artistic works without the personal development traditionally required, such as learning to draw or master an instrument. While AI can indeed produce impressive art in seconds, Zoran argues that the value of human creativity lies in the journey of learning, experimenting, and personal growth that precedes the finished product. The study encourages a reevaluation of what makes human creativity valuable in the age of AI.
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