I really enjoyed reading this. It made me think about how this perspective might change over time.<p>I agree about the points about elitism in creative fields – there will probably always be some resistance to new tools and techniques like AI-generated art. But will that always be the case? It's possible that AI tools for artists could become so commonplace that they're expected — leading to entirely new and unforeseen styles and forms of expression.<p>Your points about authenticity and transparency also really resonated with me. Perhaps people will start to seek out and value art that's verifiably human-made or AI-free? Or maybe we'll see a greater emphasis on proving the authenticity of digital works?<p>In either case, we need to expose the grifters and ensure that traditional artists get the recognition and rewards they deserve. A world without original artists would be a far less vibrant and inspiring place.