Sacrificing Creativity

My latest collection, “Extinct Wallpaper,” is an experimental mix between art and technology. By using AI to reimagine extinct animals like the dodo as wallpaper designs, I aim to bring attention to these forgotten creatures and spark conversations about conservation and biodiversity… Maybe.

I think the notion that AI is sacrificing art and artists is hopefully a misconception. It is definitely democratising the creation of art, making it accessible to the masses and opening up new possibilities for creative minds. Just like how photoshop supposedly ruined photography. Is it a tool to be embraced or are we witnessing the extinction of the artist, just like the dodo?

What sacrifices have you made in life?

In life, we often find ourselves making sacrifices, whether it’s putting aside personal passions for financial stability or forgoing certain luxuries to pursue our dreams. My journey as an artist has been filled with its own set of sacrifices, yet it has ultimately led me to embrace creativity wholeheartedly.

One of the sacrifices I made was leaving behind my art after school. I succumbed to the societal pressure that painted a bleak picture of the starving artist, believing that pursuing a career in art would only lead to financial struggle. So, I ventured into more traditional career paths, only to find myself facing financial challenges nonetheless.

However, after years of navigating through various shit kicker jobs, I realised that my soul was longing for the artistic expression I had abandoned. The landscape had shifted, and opportunities for artists had expanded with the rise of social media, print on demand services, and online courses. The gatekeepers of the art world were no longer as formidable, and artists could now carve their own paths to success.

With this realisation, I decided to reclaim my passion for art and entrepreneurship. I embarked on a journey to reintegrate creativity into my life, leveraging the myriad of avenues available to artists in the digital age. Instead of sacrificing my dreams for financial stability, I found a way to merge them, turning my creativity into something more.

Sure, sacrifices are still part of the equation. I may have sacrificed leisure time spent watching TV, but in return, I have gained countless hours of fulfillment and purpose through creating art. The sacrifices I make now are not out of obligation or fear but rather choices that align with my passions and aspirations.