Writer criticizes AI art generation for devaluing designers and artists.

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The author argues that using AI-generated illustrations instead of hiring human designers devalues the labor of artists and undermines solidarity among workers. This practice is seen as a selfish act that prioritizes personal convenience over the livelihoods of fellow professionals. The author expresses distrust towards writers who employ AI-generated images, questioning the integrity of their written work as well. AI

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IMPACT Raises ethical concerns about AI's impact on creative professions and worker solidarity.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece by a named individual on the use of AI.

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Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 · [email protected] · 2026-04-26 03:57

¶ If I use an “AI” to generate an illustration instead of asking a designer I am saying that while my skills and labor has value, that of the designer has not.

¶ If I use an “AI” to generate an illustration instead of asking a designer I am saying that while my skills and labor has value, that of the designer has not. This implicitly cuts my ability to form connections of solidarity with designers whose work and livelihood I have implic…

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¶ If I use an “AI” to generate an illustration instead of asking a designer I am saying that while my skills and labor has value, that of the designer has not.

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