Creating this AI-generated selfie was a thought-provoking and time consuming process. Crafting the prompts required me to translate my perceptions into a digital language that could visually express my aesthetic and identity.
The program I utilized was DeviantArt and I selected prompts that blended my personal aesthetic with symbolic elements reflecting my character and passions. I utilized my physical features like long black hair, sleeve tattoos, and twilight eyes that evoke the intense, rebellious spirit of the hard rock music genre that I love. These elements immediately communicate something about my style and personality, grounded in darker tones that resonate with the atmosphere of the music I perform.
A significant part of the process was also fine-tuning the prompts to achieve a specific facial expression that conveyed both confidence and command. However, I didn’t want the image to simply reflect a physical appearance. I incorporated elements that symbolize my other passions—specifically, my passion for leadership, this is why im sitting at a chair at the head of a table, a symbol of authority, guidance, and decision-making. This subtle detail reflects my belief in taking initiative and leading with command and purpose, whether in music, work, or life in general.
Chubb et al. (2022) discuss the limitations of AI-generated narratives, particularly the potential gaps in the representation of diverse human experiences. While DeviantArt was able to create a visually compelling image based on my input, it made me think about how AI will fall short of capturing the full richness of human identity due to the absence of lived experience, emotion, and culture. The process of creating this selfie highlighted not only the power of AI in shaping digital likeness but also its limitations in conveying the nuance and complexity of human experience, especially through art and connection.
In the end, the AI-generated selfie aligns with my self-perception by reflecting a duality in my identity. On one hand, it represents my creative, expressive side—embodied through the heavy metal aesthetic and rebellious imagery. On the other hand, it captures my more serious, leadership-driven side, rooted in the idea of guiding others and making meaningful decisions.
Comments
Post a Comment