I've been active in the generative AI space for quite some time now and this questions seems to be popping up quite a lot: Will AI tools like Midjourney replace graphic artists?
AI lacks a human touch (for now)
The consensus is that AI apps like Midjourney are unlikely to replace artists. While AI technology has made significant progress in generating visual and audio content, it still lacks the creativity and human touch that is intrinsic to art.
Artists bring their own unique perspectives and emotions to their work, which AI apps cannot replicate. The role of artists will continue to be important in society, as they bring beauty, meaning, and emotional depth to the world
Midjourney, specifically, is not designed to create photorealistic images but rather helps ordinary people unlock their creativity by describing the images they wish to make.
A great tool for starting or for inspiration of a concept
It can be a useful tool for both professional artists who use it for concepting and ordinary people who want to express themselves in art when they don't have artistic skills.
While AI apps like Midjourney can be valuable tools for artists and individuals, they are not expected to replace artists in the long term. The creativity and unique perspectives that artists bring to their work cannot be replicated by AI technology.
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