How Has Technology Changed My Art?

Technology hasn’t just changed my art—it’s changed everything about how I share, market, and distribute it. The days of needing gallery representation or a publishing deal to get your work out there are over. Now, with a podcast, a blog, and a few well-placed videos, I can reach a global audience without waiting for permission from gatekeepers.

A Digital-First Art Career

I create digitally, distribute digitally, and promote digitally. From my Uncommon Animals illustrations to my Hypno Batdesigns, everything I make can be turned into wall art, t-shirts, books, socks, and even NFTs—all without ever stepping foot into a traditional gallery or store. Print-on-demand services allow my art to be created closer to where it’s being purchased, cutting down on shipping waste and making the whole process more sustainable.

But making art is just one part of the equation. If no one sees it, what’s the point? That’s where technology really changes the game.

The Rise of AI and Automated Promotion

One of the biggest shifts for me has been how AI helps with marketing and content creation. I use Opus Clips to break down a long podcast or sketching livestream into multiple short videos. Instead of spending hours manually editing, AI helps me quickly generate content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube, making it easier than ever to promote my work.

And then there’s my visual dream journal, where I use AI to generate imagery based on my subconscious ideas. It’s a surreal, unexpected new tool that lets me explore concepts in ways I never could before. This is just the beginning of the tech revolution, and I’m excited to see where it leads.

The End of Gatekeepers, The Rise of Artists

We no longer need permission to create, share, and sell our work. Podcasts, videos, blogs, and AI-driven tools have given independent artists a level playing field. The only question is—how are you going to use it?

For me, I’m embracing it. I’ll keep experimenting, automating what I can, and using every tool available to spend more time creating and less time stuck in the grind of traditional promotion. Because if technology can help artists thrive without compromise, then that’s a revolution worth being part of.