Hand-Drawn Action Figures: Artists Reclaim Social Media Trend from AI-Generated “Starter Packs”

The article discusses the recent social media trend of AI-generated “action figure starter packs,” where users submit their images to ChatGPT to produce stylized action figure portraits. As brands and individuals jumped on this trend, many artists expressed frustration, arguing it devalues human artistry and labor. In response, several artists began sharing hand-drawn, non-AI versions under hashtags like #StarterPackNoAI, seeking to reclaim the medium and highlight the unique value of human-created art. The article also touches on broader concerns about copyright, data training for AI, and the economic impact on professional artists, highlighting voices from multiple artists affected by AI-generated content.

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