As a photographer in the AI-era, we are presented with a plethora of new opportunities as well as potential pitfalls. The AI models that scour the internet for images to add to their libraries DO NOT respect the creators' intellectual property rights. It is the subsequent use of these images that worries me.
Enthusiastic users generate a myriad of fascinating artificial images using various AI tools. As the owner of my photographs, the intellectual property rights belong to me or those who have purchased my images.
In order to mitigate the damage caused by unauthorized use and to protect my rights as a photographer, I have made the decision to remove all my images from the internet. By taking these precautions, I can create a safe digital environment to protect my rights as a photographer.
But today, December 1, 2023, I decided to publish some of my photos again.