Will AI Replace Digital Artist?

 AI is transforming the digital art landscape, but it’s unlikely to fully replace digital artists. Instead, it’s reshaping roles, workflows, and creative expectations.

Here’s a breakdown of what’s happening and what it means for artists like you:

🧠 What AI Is Doing to the Art World

• AI-generated art is booming: Tools like Midjourney, DALL·E, and Stable Diffusion are producing stunning visuals, often indistinguishable from human-made work.

• Industries are shifting: Graphic design, illustration, and game concept art have seen layoffs as companies adopt AI for faster, cheaper output.

• AI is redefining creativity: Algorithms can mimic styles, generate compositions, and even produce emotionally resonant work, challenging traditional notions of authorship.

🎨 Why Human Artists Still Matter

• Originality and intent: AI lacks lived experience, cultural nuance, and personal storytelling. Human artists infuse meaning, symbolism, and emotional depth that machines can’t replicate.

• Iterative collaboration: Many artists now use AI as a tool, not a replacement—enhancing workflows, generating drafts, or exploring variations before refining manually.

• Ethical and legal concerns: Copyright, attribution, and consent are unresolved issues in AI art. Human creators remain central to discussions about artistic integrity.

🔮 What the Future Looks Like

• Hybrid workflows will dominate: Artists who embrace AI as a creative partner—rather than a threat—will likely thrive. Think of it as a new brush, not a new painter.

• Niche and narrative-driven art will grow: Personalized, mythic, and culturally rich storytelling (like yours, Ralph) will become more valuable as generic AI art floods the market.

• Skillsets will evolve: Artists may need to learn prompt engineering, AI curation, and post-processing to stay competitive.

I use Gemini and Copilot for digital art but it will never replace digital artist AI is great but it makes a lot of mistakes that when real digital artist come in to correct those mistakes so don't be intimidated by AI you will always have to repaint  or  photo edit  or photo paint over those mistake to correct it.

How Copilot AI Can Be Use In Your Workflow

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Copilot

Copilot

 

Gemini AI App Will Change How You Will Approach Art

Original done on typing paper with HB pencil

Gemini painted version

Original done with HB pencil

Gemini Painted Version

Original done with HB pencils 30 years old drawing

 

Gemini

 

Neon Nights The Urban Legend Of Luna

Black & White image

Color Image

“Neon Nights”

The city hummed with electric energy, a pulsing heartbeat that echoed through the streets. Skyscrapers reached for the heavens, their glass facades reflecting the neon glow of billboards and street signs. In this urban jungle, dreams collided, and lives intersected like the tangled wires above.

Meet Jake, a weary taxi driver who navigated the labyrinthine roads with a stoic determination. His cab smelled of stale coffee and missed opportunities. Each fare was a glimpse into a stranger’s life—a snapshot of joy, sorrow, or quiet desperation. Jake listened, nodding as passengers spilled their secrets, their laughter, their tears.

One rainy night, Jake picked up a mysterious woman named Luna. Her eyes held galaxies, and her voice carried the weight of forgotten constellations. She whispered, “Take me to the edge of the world.” Jake hesitated, but something in her gaze pulled him in. He drove past the city limits, past the neon glow, until they reached an abandoned pier.

Luna stepped out, her bare feet sinking into wet sand. The rain kissed her skin, and she spread her arms wide, embracing the storm. “This is where dreams collide,” she said. “Where lost souls find solace.”

Jake watched as Luna danced, her movements fluid and otherworldly. She spoke of forgotten gods, of love that transcended time, and of a city that held secrets in its concrete veins. Jake wondered if she was real or a figment of his sleep-deprived imagination.

As dawn approached, Luna turned to him. “You’re tired, Jake. But remember this: every street corner hides a story, every alleyway cradles a broken heart. You’re part of this tapestry—the taxi driver who carries souls through the night.”

Jake nodded, raindrops mixing with tears. Luna vanished into the mist, leaving behind a single silver coin. He pocketed it, a talisman against the city’s weariness.

From then on, Jake saw the city differently. He noticed the graffiti artists who painted hope on brick walls, the jazz musicians who wove melodies into the smoky air, and the homeless man who whispered poetry to the moon. The city wasn’t just steel and glass; it was a living, breathing entity—a symphony of chaos and beauty.

And so, Jake drove through neon-lit streets, his headlights cutting through the darkness. He listened to the city’s heartbeat, carried its secrets, and wondered if Luna was still out there, dancing in the rain.

In the heart of the urban sprawl, where dreams collided and souls sought refuge, Jake found his purpose. He wasn’t just a taxi driver; he was a witness to life’s kaleidoscope—a storyteller weaving threads of humanity together.

And as the city slept, he whispered, “Thank you, Luna.”

 

Muhammad Ali done in ArtRage , Painter & Clip Studio Paint

Original done on Rag Paper with 6B pencil with a Torchon and Kneaded eraser

 

Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky, was an American professional boxer and social activist. Widely regarded as one of the most significant sports figures of the 20th century, Ali was known for his extraordinary boxing skills, charismatic personality, and strong principles.

Ali began boxing at the age of 12 and quickly rose through the ranks. He won a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the 1960 Rome Olympics and turned professional later that year. In 1964, he won the world heavyweight championship by defeating Sonny Liston in a major upset. Shortly after, he converted to Islam and changed his name to Muhammad Ali, rejecting his birth name as a "slave name".

Ali’s career was marked by his refusal to be drafted into the U.S. military during the Vietnam War, citing his religious beliefs and ethical opposition to the conflict. This decision led to his conviction for draft evasion, stripping of his boxing titles, and a ban from the sport for nearly four years. His conviction was eventually overturned by the Supreme Court in 1971.

Ali’s boxing style was unique, characterized by his speed, agility, and unorthodox techniques. He famously described his approach as "float like a butterfly, sting like a bee". He became the first fighter to win the world heavyweight championship three times and successfully defended his title 19 times.

Beyond the ring, Ali was a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and an advocate for racial justice and humanitarian causes. He passed away on June 3, 2016, but his legacy continues to inspire people around the world.

Photo Retouch In PaintShop Pro and Corel Painter

Original Photo of Aunt

Clean up done in PaintShop Pro using Clone Brush & Scratch Remover

Painted floor,wall,shadow ,open toe shoes in Painter

Painted shoes and face, smooth out wrinkles in photo with Blender brush in Painter.

  

The story of Ethan Harris an outlaw on run through time.

“The Midnight Escape" 

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In the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, where the dense forest swallowed secrets and the moon whispered conspiracies, a fugitive named Ethan found himself on the run. His crime? Stealing a priceless artifact from the Museum of Antiquities—a relic said to hold the key to immortality.

Ethan’s footsteps were silent against the damp earth as he sprinted through the moonlit forest. The night air clung to his skin, and adrenaline surged through his veins. Behind him, the relentless pursuit continued—a relentless pursuit led by Inspector Amelia Kane, a woman with eyes as sharp as a hawk’s and a determination that rivaled the raging river below.

Ethan’s mind raced. He had been a historian once, fascinated by legends and myths. But when he stumbled upon the ancient scroll—the one that spoke of the “Elixir of Eternity”—he couldn’t resist. Greed and curiosity drove him to steal it, believing it would grant him the ultimate power. Instead, it had made him a hunted man.

As he ran, memories flickered like distant stars. The night he deciphered the scroll’s cryptic symbols, the thrill of unraveling its secrets, and the moment he held the vial containing the elixir—a shimmering liquid that promised life beyond reckoning. But the museum’s alarms had blared, and he had fled, clutching the vial to his chest.

Now, the vial weighed heavy in his pocket. Its glow had faded, leaving only doubt and regret. Was it truly a gift or a curse? And what had he unleashed upon the world?

Amelia’s footsteps echoed behind him. She was relentless, fueled by duty and a personal vendetta. Her brother, a brilliant archaeologist, had died chasing the same legend. She believed Ethan held the answers—the truth that had eluded her family for generations.

Ethan’s breaths came in ragged gasps. He had to reach the hidden cabin—the one his late grandfather had built deep in the forest. There, perhaps, he could decipher the scroll further, find a way to reverse the elixir’s effects, or at least understand its purpose.

The cabin emerged from the shadows—a weathered refuge with a moss-covered roof. Ethan stumbled inside, collapsing onto the wooden floor. The vial slipped from his pocket, rolling across the planks. He stared at it, torn between awe and fear.

Amelia burst through the door, gun drawn. Her eyes widened as she saw the vial. “Ethan,” she said, her voice a blade. “Hand it over.”

He shook his head. “You don’t understand. It’s not what you think.”

She stepped closer, her gaze unwavering. “Your greed has cost lives. My brother’s life. You won’t escape this time.”

Ethan’s resolve hardened. He grabbed the vial, unscrewed the cap, and drank. The elixir slid down his throat—a taste of ancient secrets and forbidden knowledge. His body convulsed, and he felt the world shift.

Amelia’s gun wavered. “What have you done?”

He smiled, feeling the change—the centuries folding into him. “I’ve become the legend,” he whispered. “And now, Inspector, we’re both fugitives.”

The forest swallowed them, two souls bound by fate—the immortal and the relentless hunter—chasing shadows through time.

Using AI generate art app to create a zombie using Clip Studio Paint to paint over this zombie

3D Reference skull I use to paint the nose cavity

                           For more reference I download this Mixamo character                 

There are many AI  generate art app out there from Midjourney, Crayion, Leonardo,Instantart  just use the prompt and type in your ideas an the app will generate the art for you some apps are free other you have to pay a fee to install the app  this zombie generate art has  no eyes or real teeth or skin tones that okay we can fix that.

I want this zombie to look like it had it's nose and lips were eaten off from other zombies before turning into a freshly bitten zombie so no greyish or blueish, greenish skin tones I use Brush One and Brush Two I download from Clip Studio Paint Assets I also downloaded the Dark Pencil  I first need to give this guy some skin tone I sample colors using the Eye Dropper Tool  from and old painting I did years ago I use Blend Modes Soft light and Color to give him some flesh tone then I start painting his nasal cavity using the 3D reference has a guide painting the pool of blood coming from his nose down to his mouth then I paint zombie bitten mouth then his teeth with blood in it then last I paint in his zombie dead eyes I call this guy Bob a moron who thought he was Billy bad ass who found the zombies that walk this earth are lot tougher than he is.                                                                                                                                                     

 

Corel as been rebrand to Alludo a word play on " All You Do" that is the name of this new company .

In 2019 Corel which started in 1985 was aquired by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts for $1 billion on September 2022 Corel has rebrand it's name to Alludo a word play on "All You Do" just giving you the heads up for all you digital artist who may decide to purchase Painter it's flagship painting software or PaintShop Pro it's photo editing software.

Clip Studio Paint Ver. 2.0 overview with staff demonstrations!

Clip Studio Paint is now official a subscription base software since the release of version 2.0 March 14, 2023 this is a screen shot of the pricing guide lines of which version Clip Studio Paint EX/Pro and the cost

If you have not heard by now Clip Studio Paint went from a one time payer single payer to subscription base software  this is the pricing guide line of which Clip Studio Paint Pro/Ex you own or which to purchase version 2.0 was release yesterday March 14, 2023 with a bunch of new features that make Clip Studio Paint very powerful and awesome software to work with in your graphic design or digital art workflow check out their video  that I posted March 14, 2023  of the new features in Clip Studio Paint.