Death of Creativity?

It’s been months since AI quietly started becoming an integral part of our lives. While its efficiency is undeniable—completing in minutes what a human might take hours to do—it raises questions about the future of human creativity. Many argue that AI is stealing jobs, and yes, to an extent, it is. Automation is replacing repetitive tasks, increasing accuracy, and minimizing human effort. But beyond job displacement, there’s a more subtle transformation happening—AI is changing how we think, how we create, and even how we perceive art.

I’ve seen people generating content and sourcing ideas directly from AI. The very essence of artistry—the raw, unfiltered process of exploration and personal expression—is slowly being overshadowed by machine-generated perfection. Art, at its core, is about seeing the world differently, about uncovering perspectives no one else has imagined. Can AI truly replicate that? Can it capture the depth of human experience, the imperfections that make art so profound?

Some days ago, I watched Dead Poets Society, a film that beautifully illustrates the value of art, creativity, and self-expression in a world that often prioritizes practicality over passion. A particular line stood out:

"Medicine, law, business, engineering, these are all noble pursuits, and necessary to sustain life. But poetry, beauty, romance, love—these are what we stay alive for."

Art isn’t just about efficiency or aesthetics; it is about meaning, about joy, about finding peace amidst chaos. It gives us a purpose beyond mere survival. Yet, we now live in a world where AI can generate Studio Ghibli-style art in minutes. What happens when the act of creation is no longer a labor of love but a matter of keystrokes?

AI is a tool, and like all tools, it depends on how we use it. There is still much to explore, many ethical dilemmas to untangle. But one thing remains clear: if we let AI define creativity for us, we risk losing the very thing that makes us human.

Until then, let’s continue questioning, exploring, and creating—on our own terms.