AI and Artists: Navigating Ethics, Regulation, and the Impact of AI on Artistic Practice

Advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have captured public interest, especially with the advent of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT and Dall-E. These tools, which create text, images, and videos rapidly and often for free, promise transformative impacts on society, economy, and culture. However, for artists, generative AI raises significant practical, ethical, and philosophical questions. A 2023 survey by DACS revealed artists’ concerns about AI’s impact on their work, data privacy, and the spread of misinformation. While some see AI as a positive tool, many demand safeguards and regulations, emphasising the need for consent and compensation when AI uses their work.