From markets to bus stops, AI-generated design is everywhere in N.B. - here’s what designers think
Graphic designers in New Brunswick are grappling with the rise of generative AI, which allows for rapid, low-cost creation of visual assets. While some professionals use AI as a tool, many express concern over its impact on job security and the value of human artistry.
Why it matters
The tension between AI-driven efficiency and human creative labor is a central economic and cultural debate in the modern workforce.
Posters, flyers and logos made in seconds, by software trained on existing design material.
Generative AI allows business owners to create logos and advertisements in seconds for little to no cost — bypassing graphic designers altogether.
And the people who’ve built their careers on that are taking note.
Eva Liu sets up her caricature table at the Garrison Night Market in Fredericton every Thursday.
Liu is a concept artist and an animator. In her day job she designs characters and visual assets for mobile game companies remotely.
From markets to bus stops, AI design is flooding N.B. — here’s what creatives think
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