AI IN FINE ARTS: REDEFINING CREATIVITY, AUTHORSHIP, AND CULTURAL IMPACT IN THE DIGITAL ERA
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.4802Keywords:
Interdisciplinary, Fine Arts, Generative Ai, Digital Transformation In ArtAbstract [English]
This paper explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the fine arts, highlighting its transformative role in redefining creativity, authorship, and art consumption in the digital age. Through case studies such as Emily’s Forest, the Da Vinci Genius Exhibition, and AI-driven platforms like Artivive, the paper examines how AI acts not merely as a tool but as a creative collaborator, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. It discusses the shift in the artist's role from creator to curator, as seen in AI-generated artworks like Edmond de Belamy and music compositions by Taryn Southern, raising important questions about authorship and originality. The paper further delves into the ethical challenges surrounding AI-generated art, including issues of intellectual property and the commodification of creativity. Additionally, it explores AI’s impact on art appreciation and curation, emphasizing personalized, immersive experiences and the use of AI in preserving and restoring cultural heritage. In conclusion, while AI prompts philosophical debates and ethical considerations, it offers unprecedented opportunities for innovation in art creation, exhibition, and cultural preservation, making it a powerful force in the future of the fine arts.
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