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This is something I’ve been thinking about for a long time and especially during this past week, and I wanted to share my perspective—not to judge anyone, but to open a conversation. Lately, a lot of people have been enjoying AI-generated art. I can understand the appeal—it’s fast, it’s convenient, and it can even be fun. But I also feel like it raises some important questions, especially when it’s shared publicly.

For me, seeing AI art widely shared can feel a little discouraging as an artist. It’s kind of like if I posted about how great it is to shop with big corporations all the time: “Forget the local bakery or the neighborhood café—just go to the chain, it’s faster and cheaper.” Or, “Why bother with your own yoga or personal training when a pill promises the same result?” The point isn’t to shame anyone for convenience—it’s to reflect on what might get lost when speed and scale take priority over human effort and craft.

There are also some considerations people might not always think about, like privacy and identity. Using an image of yourself to generate AI art—even for fun—feeds information into a system that can store and replicate it. That might not feel like a big deal, but it’s worth pausing to consider the implications, especially if the image is shared publicly.

Beyond that, AI also has environmental impacts that are often invisible until it's not. Running AI systems requires a lot of energy and resources. Every image generated comes at a cost to the environment, even if we don’t see it directly. I think it’s important to keep that in mind when considering how often and in what ways we use AI.

I want to be clear: I’m not opposed to AI as a tool. I’ve even used it myself in some areas just not in my art. And I will further advocate for a better, alternative way to have AI available that won't impact the environment. But what I’m talking about here is AI’s use in creating art specifically. As an artist, I’ve spent years learning different mediums, experimenting, and developing skills—I've tried, failed, learned, accepted, and grew. I really value the process behind the work. I also choose to support small, local businesses and creators whenever I can because those efforts sustain communities and human connections. Seeing that replaced by convenience feels like a loss, not just for artists but for everyone who benefits from human creativity.

I also want to make sure it’s clear that this isn’t about hating or judging anyone. I know people enjoy AI and even share it for fun—and that’s okay. My perspective is simply that I want to celebrate the humanity in our work and the impact we have on each other. That’s what matters to me, and it’s why I choose to be thoughtful about the tools I use and the way I create. My hope in sharing this is just to start a conversation and to invite people to think about what it means to support human effort, creativity, and skill in a world where convenience is everywhere.

Thank you for taking a second to read all the way through if you've made it this far. And while this is a small blip on many people's radar (with plenty of other worldly matters at hand) whether this is a discussion now or a discussion later (when there's a tad bit more peace) it's still a discussion worth having. 💖💖 Much love, and as always -stay magical. ✨✨✨

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