FIVERR Vs AI - Is this the END for ARTISTS?...

Some of you might have seen videos circulating on YouTube of people using DALL-E, the image-generating artificial intelligence that's kind of blowing people's minds. In this article, I'm going to take it a step further and compare DALL-E to paid Fiverr commission artists with a budget of twelve hundred dollars to see if I can get something comparable using DALL-E. But to do that, I have to go into the past, over a month ago.

This was my first ever session using DALL-E, and I was using your prompts that you left in the video when I first explored DALL-E. I'm going to jump right into the ones that I ended up giving to Fiverr artists, but if you want to see even more first impressions and some of your prompts turned into images, this is the time code later in the article. I'll put it all together so you can see a little bit more of my first experience. But let's jump into AI versus Fiverr.

I loved this prompt by EnigmaWorks: "The answer to the meaning of life, the universe, and everything inscribed on an ancient vase during a nuclear apocalypse." One of the boundaries that they've put on DALL-E is to not create images of horrific or tragic events, especially catastrophes. So, phrases like "ancient vase set in a desolate, abandoned, destroyed city" were used to convey a post-apocalypse vibe.

DALL-E provided some truly dramatic scenes, with one interpretation looking like it could be magic the gathering card art. By adding "comma digital art" to the prompt, the AI produced incredibly striking results.

The first Fiverr artist, Juneecki, charged $ 27. The final product communicated the prompt accurately, but honestly, DALL-E's imagery was more skillful in aesthetics, composition, drama, lighting, and balance. The second artist, costing $ 240, delivered nothing, and I had to get a refund as Fiverr credit. This artist has since closed their account. The third artist, Evelyn Brandt, was paid $ 192 and produced impressive and well-produced artwork, though their profile is also no longer available.

Next, the prompt by Curio PK: "an astronaut in the style of a Renaissance painting" produced humorously Elon Musk-like dreams when using DALL-E. The outcome had exceptional visual quality, with a notable balance and dramatic renaissance feel.

John C. Maxwell, a Fiverr artist we paid $ 184, provided work that seemed stolen using stock images. This formed a significant issue as it put us at potential legal risk. Another prompt by Olivia White: "a massive Furby with human spider legs weaving a web over Tokyo in the style of Junji Ito" faced similar challenges, where DALL-E significantly failed against detailed human interpretation. The artist we paid $ 121 delivered original, high-quality work.

Lastly, the prompt by I Like Canines: "A unicorn walking on a rainbow or underwater or under the sea in the style of Caravaggio." DALL-E created a few mind-blowing, Caravaggio-esque takes on this. However, the first Fiverr artist we paid $ 176 plagiarized stock images, and the second for $ 211 did similarly poor work. Only the third artist, Kyl3 Arts, who charged $ 85, effectively delivered with a piece that seemed genuinely hand-painted.

In the end, I tipped Kyl3 Arts $ 240 of my remaining Fiverr credit, acknowledging the challenge sincere artists face with both AI and human thieves. Validating original, skillful artistry justifiably poses immense value as AI improvements loom. Intricately, human specificity and creativity remain unparalleled compared to AI's broad strokes.

To sum it up, understanding these changing dynamics and developing ways to protect genuine creators become imperative.

Keywords:

DALL-E
AI image generation
Fiverr commission artists
AI versus human art
Stock images
Artistic plagiarism
Art commissions
Digital art prompts
Art theft
Human artists

FAQ:

Q: What is DALL-E? A: DALL-E is an image-generating artificial intelligence developed by OpenAI that can create highly realistic images based on text prompts.

Q: How does the artwork generated by DALL-E compare to that created by Fiverr artists? A: DALL-E can produce aesthetically and compositionally superior images for some prompts, though specific human interpretations can surpass AI-generated content, depending on the complexity and specified requirements.

Q: Are there risks associated with purchasing art from Fiverr? A: Yes, there are risks. Artists on Fiverr can sometimes deliver plagiarized work, including stolen stock images. Always ensure you are collaborating with a reputable artist.

Q: Can AI-generated images be used for commercial purposes? A: AI-generated images can potentially be used for commercial purposes, but you should verify permissions and commercial use rights based on the terms of the AI tool you are using.

Q: How can genuine artists compete with AI? A: Genuine artists can compete by offering more personalized, detailed, and specific artwork. Additionally, utilizing AI as a tool to enhance their creativity can provide unique opportunities for collaboration and innovation.

Q: What should I look for in verifying the authenticity of purchased artwork? A: Verify the artist’s portfolio, ask for process documentation, and perform reverse image searches to ensure the originality of the artwork. Authenticated, reputable artists should provide evidence of their work creation process.