For those worried about AI taking over their photography jobs please stop worrying. My previous blog explains why we don’t need to worry. In this blog I’ll show you the benefits of using AI to make your editing faster. I did a short review of Adobe Photoshop’s Beta AI and it’s quite impressive.
Should photographers worry about AI? I, without hesitation, say NO. Photographers can welcome it with open arms and an open mind. AI won’t steal your gigs. AI will help you streamline your editing, blogging, and assist with your marketing.
Until artificial intelligence can program a drone and attach a camera to it, I won’t be scared. AI also would need to program poses to flatter body types and gender. Imagine conversing with a drone trying to make you feel comfortable. AI won’t be able to photograph your wedding or pose your newborn baby.
What artificial intelligence is very helpful with is the behind the scenes business stuff. I’ve seen AI make Photoshop a literal cheat code. Closed eyes can be replaced with opened eyes with a lasso tool and typing a few words. Squarespace added AI to blogs. The 2nd half of this blog was AI generated. It did pretty well.
As an experienced writer at GR Design & Photography, I believe that photographers should pay attention to the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the industry.
On one hand, AI offers a wide array of opportunities to photographers. The technology can enhance and improve image quality, streamline editing processes, and even generate creative concepts. However, photographers must consider the potential implications that AI could have on their profession.
One major concern is the possibility of automated cameras and editing software replacing human photographers. As AI advances, it becomes increasingly capable of capturing high-quality images and completing complex editing tasks that were once exclusive to human photographers. This could potentially lead to a decrease in demand for professional photographers.
Furthermore, there is a risk that AI-powered tools and software could diminish the artistry and creativity that are intrinsic to photography. As AI technology becomes more prevalent, there is a risk that it may standardize and mass-produce images, rather than showcasing unique visions and perspectives.
In conclusion, while AI may provide a range of advantages to photographers, they must also be aware of the potential negative consequences that could accompany its rise. It is essential that photographers continue to learn and evolve their craft, embracing and utilizing AI where appropriate, while also finding ways to preserve the uniqueness and creativity that
The quote most of us have heard is, “A Jack of all trades is a master of none.” I am guilty of thinking this was the entire quote just like you probably did. The full quote is, “A Jack of all trades is a master of none, but often times better than a master of one.”
Learning the full quote set me at ease. Society tells you niche down and pick one thing to focus your business on. I graduated college with a major in graphic design and a minor in photography. I felt, deep in my soul, I needed to do both in my business. If you pay attention to what clients want, it is easy to merge graphic design in a photography business.
As a portrait photographer I started integrating graphic design into my photography by designing custom holiday cards for my clients. As I have shifted into branding for businesses, my skill set has shown to be invaluable. Clients are delighted when they realize I am all they need for logo design, menu design, headshots, product photography, and bts photography.
This is the benefit of a jack of all trades artist. Stop letting the masses say an artist cannot be great at multiple things. I understand wanting a niche photographer for a wedding but branding is a much more creative area to work with. It is much more beneficial to work with one person good enough to make your logo, photography your product, and extract the most confident version of you for your business.
