Artists who previously boycotted the Brisbane Portrait Prize over its decision to allow AI-generated entries are re-entering the competition. Participating painters, including First Nations artists, are submitting works aimed at contrasting human cultural connection against generative software tools like Krea.

Why it matters

  • Highlights ongoing friction and evolving strategies around generative AI adoption in creative industries.

  • Reflects growing debates over intellectual property and cultural preservation vs. generative media.

Source: theguardian.com