Social Mirror

Social Mirror, blog by visual artist Craig Boehman. Discover the stories behind my work and explore exclusive insights. Social Mirror is my dedicated space for meaningful engagement and deeper conversations. Join me to connect beyond social media.

The stories behind my work and explore exclusive insights. Social Mirror is my blog and dedicated space for meaningful engagement and deeper conversations. Join me to connect beyond social media and experience the full journey of my creative process.

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AI Art Theft In the Age of Bogus Outrage

AI is reshaping art, but questions around ethics and copyright remain. In this article, I dive into the lawsuits against Midjourney, DeviantArt, and Stability AI, the need for copyright registration, and why the outrage over 'AI art theft' doesn’t match the action. I also explain how artists worldwide can protect their work legally in a digital age driven by generative AI. Register, protect, and stay informed.

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From AI to Analog: Using Dehancer to Elevate Your Midjourney Images with Authentic Film Looks

Enhance your Midjourney images with the power of Dehancer Film. Discover how adding film grain, using customizable presets, and applying thoughtful edits can transform AI-generated art into unique fine art pieces. Learn how to push creative boundaries, explore the Dehancer toolkit, and make each image truly yours with personalized, artistic adjustments.

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New Collection Unveiled: “Your Hate Moves Me”

"Your Hate Moves Me" by Craig Boehman is a provocative series blending street photography and AI, challenging misconceptions about technology in art. Rooted in defiance, it questions the authenticity debate, showcasing AI as a powerful tool for creativity. This work highlights the synergy between human innovation and artificial intelligence, pushing the boundaries of contemporary art.

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The Curious Case of AI Art and Copyright: My Experience With “Mountain Dancer II

Testing the U.S. Copyright Office's stance on AI art, I attempted to copyright my AI-generated artwork, "Mountain Dancer II." Despite thorough documentation and creative input, the application was denied, highlighting inconsistencies in copyright standards. Discover the challenges and insights from this journey into the evolving landscape of AI and copyright law.

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Announcing Ai²CM: A New Series Blending AI and Intentional Camera Movement

Discover Ai²CM, Craig Boehman's innovative new series blending Artificial Intelligence and Intentional Camera Movement. This project explores the dynamic interplay between AI and ICM, creating a harmonious and discordant symbiosis. Through unique artistic techniques, Ai²CM delves into humanity's interaction with evolving technologies, showcasing the tension and synergy in contemporary art. Stay tuned for more details on this captivating series.

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“Desolation” and Mixing Photography with AI

Explore Craig Boehman's venture into fine art with "Desolation," where street photography meets the innovative realms of Generative AI. Witness a fusion that challenges traditional boundaries, blending real-life captures with imaginative AI elements to craft Impressionist-inspired prints that redefine creativity in the digital age.

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Artificial Intelligence and Art: Was This a Mistake?

Was artificial intelligence and art a mistake? The question is posed to you in the past tense because to be asking this question like nothing has happened yet would be missing the point entirely: artists and non-artists alike have been experimenting with AI art generated from text prompts for several months now on platforms like Dall-E 2 and Midjourney. The question itself seems rather meaningless to those of us who’ve already indulged. And my message to my audience is that the question has already been answered by tens of thousands of people — likely to be by the millions soon enough — before the rest of the world can wrap their collective heads around it.

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