Nell McLoughlin Garry

nell.m.garry@gmail.com

Instagram: nell.mg

Nell Is A Thief!

My project aims to debate the authenticity of artwork and the concept of ownership within the realm of art. I made lots of my images through the image AI platform Midjourney blending/merging existing images sourced from various online platforms, occasionally incorporating my own photographs into the mix.

The saturation of the internet has led to an exponential growth in both the art and photography spheres blurring the lines of ownership, as individuals can easily capture and manipulate images with minimal hindrance. I encounter certain limitations regarding the quality of images as reworking screenshots and the output by AI results in low resolution imagery, creating a conflict with my aspirations for producing high quality art. This struggle underscores a fundamental question regarding the future trajectory of the creative industry and the implications of AI in shaping it.

My project shows the complexities around image ownership and the role of technology in creative expression.