When a Bengaluru-based artist took to X to showcase and sell his AI-generated artwork, little did he anticipate the flood of criticism that ensued. Instead of applause, his post triggered skepticism and raised eyebrows, revealing a growing concern: are people falling prey to scams disguised as art?
Successful day of art sales
Ashok Reddy, the artist, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Monday to share his success story: “For the first time, we opened a stall on Church Street to sell my designs, and we sold out 60-70% of our stock.”
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He posted images of his artwork and stall, revealing that he began setting up around 2 PM and saw brisk sales within hours.
“At around 4:30 PM, we closed our first sale and haven’t looked back since. As the day progressed, more people began visiting our stall. From 8:00 to 10:00 PM, Church Street was at its peak, bustling with so many visitors that there was hardly any space to walk,” he recounted.
“We ended up selling around 60-70% of our stock, even though this was my first time. I learned a lot from the crowd!” he concluded.
Check out his post here:
For the first time, we opened a stall on Church Street to sell my designs, and we sold out 60-70% of our stock (here’s how it went 👇, A MINI QUICK Thread) pic.twitter.com/32frlE6CFb
— Ashok Reddy (@ashoksangireddy) May 13, 2024
People argue AI-generated art can’t be claimed as original designs
While Mr. Reddy celebrated the success of his digital designs, his post sparked unexpected reactions across the internet.
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Some commended his efforts, expressing admiration for his work ethic and pledging to visit Church Street to make a purchase but others were not as supportive.
Critics voiced concerns over the authenticity and creativity of AI-generated art, labeling it as “stolen” and “lazy.” In the comments section, skepticism prevailed, with many questioning the originality and value of such artwork.
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One commenter criticised the business model, accusing Reddy of profiting from stolen art, while another dismissed AI art as a scam.
One comment read, “AI generated can never be called ‘My designs.’ Have some shame and sell something good or original.”
In summary, while Mr. Reddy basked in his sales success, his post ignited a debate about the legitimacy and integrity of AI-generated art.
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