Is it wrong to use AI Art just for fun or personal projects?

Seeking Advice
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But who will you credit as the artist? The machine? Being disabled doesn’t mean we should ignore the fact that AI is copying other people’s work.

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If you’re not making money from it, most people won’t care. It’s your art, your choice.

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Something about hating on AI…

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Right now, AI is mostly used for fun and personal projects.

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Cons: AI steals from artists, harms the environment, and takes jobs. Pros: You don’t need creativity or skill.

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Lex said:
Cons: AI steals from artists, harms the environment, and takes jobs. Pros: You don’t need creativity or skill.

I thought that too, but my friends say AI doesn’t steal art. I’m still not sure about it.

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@Sidney
What’s the difference between painting in a certain style or letting AI do it? You both get inspired by the same artists.

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Arin said:
@Sidney
What’s the difference between painting in a certain style or letting AI do it? You both get inspired by the same artists.

I think it’s fine to use AI, but the comparison isn’t entirely fair. If you dedicate time to learning art, you’ll see a difference between your effort and what AI produces. AI doesn’t teach you the fundamentals—it’s just about the final product.

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@Sidney
Claiming AI is bad for the environment doesn’t make sense. Running an artbot takes almost no power. It’s less energy than a gaming session or making a cup of tea.

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@Sidney
What do people think AI is trained on?

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Lex said:
@Sidney
What do people think AI is trained on?

I don’t know much about it, so I wasn’t sure if AI really steals art.