Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed comment. You've touched on something essential here—the true humanity of art and the journey that defines human creativity, compared to AI-generated art.

I completely agree that there's something profound about the creative journey. When we view a piece by a human artist, part of what we value is not just the end product but the narrative behind it—the intention, the experiences, the emotion that the artist pours into their work. As you mentioned, it's this very journey that gives art its authenticity, a quality that can't easily be replicated by AI. Knowing that your friend Jenny Bell has invested her time, her experiences, and her emotions into a mural changes how we perceive and value that piece. It's not just about what we see; it's about understanding that every brushstroke represents her lived moments, her emotions, her story.

AI, on the other hand, lacks that intrinsic journey. One could argue, as you did, that while AI models process their "data," they do so without experiencing the world, without emotion, without the sensation of life that defines human creation. AI art may be impressive, but it is ultimately an extrapolation—generated from vast, incomplete data rather than true lived experience. That is why, for many, it feels different. It lacks the existential depth that comes from being part of the human condition.

Your point about AI being a tool also resonates with me. Much like photography initially challenged traditional artistic skills, AI is shifting our focus again—asking us to redefine what we value in art and creativity. But as with photography, I believe AI will eventually find its place alongside human creativity, enhancing it in some ways, while never fully capturing the uniquely human aspects of the creative journey.

I think you're right that the debate on authenticity and ownership will continue, and transparency will be key as we navigate this evolving landscape. We need to understand not only how AI art is generated but also recognize its limits in conveying the depth of a truly human journey.

Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. It's these conversations that help us refine what art means to us and what we value in creativity.