artistcreated

Artistcreated is a descriptor used in contemporary art discourse to indicate that a work was produced primarily by human artists rather than generated or heavily influenced by automated systems. It is not a formal legal term, but it functions as a label to signal authorship, intention, and craft.

The term can apply across media, including painting, sculpture, music, writing, and other forms of creative practice. It is often contrasted with AI-generated or algorithm-assisted works and may appear in artist statements, gallery labels, auction catalogues, and online platforms. While all works involve some human decision, artistcreated emphasizes the central role of human authorship in concept development, execution, and refinement.

In practice, artistcreated interacts with questions of copyright, provenance, and authenticity. Because AI tools can be used at various stages of the process, the descriptor is most meaningful when the artist retains control over core decisions, such as concept, composition, and final edits. Galleries and collectors may use the term to communicate care for traditional craft, originality, or moral rights.

Critics note that the term is informal and can be ambiguous, especially as collaboration with AI emerges or as tools are used in subtle ways. Some see it as a useful counterpoint to automated creation, while others caution that it can obscure hybrid workflows or become a marketing label. Overall, artistcreated serves as a socially negotiated marker of human-centered art in an era of rapidly evolving technology.