Human Art Matters!
This isn’t about AI art. It’s about what I’m going to do about it.
I believe human-created work will always be valuable and irreplaceable. AI-generated material lacks humanity and seems intended to replace creators. People naturally gravitate toward other people, and art is a tangible form of humanity in the world. Art created by Human Intelligence is more compelling than that by Artificial Intelligence.
The Art in Hands Project
With that belief, I’m committed to putting real, human-created art into as many hands and lives as possible. This could be original art, prints, books, zines, stickers, or any other format that brings more art into the physical world. I’ll use any platform or outlet that seems useful, from Etsy to Kickstarter, my newsletter, Pinterest and this website (excluding social media, as they’re as soulless as any AI). I’ll also keep sharing my creative process to keep the human part of creation in view and connect with the humanity of art.
The Art in Hands Project in Action
Studio Releases and Sales:
- Shiny Designs Etsy Shop: For prints, paintings, zines, and other studio originals
- Kickstarter Projects: Occasional exclusive campaigns
Exchanges:
- Postal Mail Swaps
- Studio Visit Program
Releases:
- Happy Mail: The stamp is on me
- Zines Released: Available locally and by postal mail
- Art in the Wild: Original art drops in the area for a lucky recipient to find
Want Art? How to Participate
I invite you to join me in putting as much real art into people’s hands as possible. Here’s how:
- Shop or Back a Project: If you like something in my Etsy shop or a Kickstarter project, purchase it there and support the project that way.
- Mail Swap: If you’d like to exchange something with me, send me a Substack or Pinterest message, or an email with the subject line “Happy Mail,” and we’ll set it up!
- Studio Visit: If you’re in the Asheville, North Carolina area and want a short studio visit to choose your own art, I’d love to connect with you! Send me a Substack or Pinterest message or an email with the subject line “Studio Visit,” and we’ll sort out the details.
- Art Releases: Keep an eye on my newsletter and website for upcoming releases and Happy Mail drops. I’ll let you know when something is coming and how to get in on it!
Join the Journey
I invite you to share this journey in valuing our collective creativity because human art matters. Let’s celebrate and support Human Intelligence art together!
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