(NBC News) – From Studio Ghibli-inspired illustrations to doll and action figure “starter packs,” an explosion of AI-generated images in recent weeks has sparked a fresh wave of concern among artists like Cardaño, who argue that using AI undermines the importance of trained artists and takes away their commission opportunities. 

“People who use it [AI generators] should be respectful of artists,” Cardaño, who goes by Joyblivion on Instagram, said in an email, calling the trend “so unethical.” “Even if the artists are vocal about how they don’t want their art to be used, they refuse to listen. I think whoever uses it or is thinking of using it should research how it impacts the art community.” (Read More)