Gruffalo illustrator says rise of AI images 'worrying'
Axel Scheffler, the illustrator of the Gruffalo books, has criticized the rise of AI-generated images as a breach of copyright. He argues that AI art lacks the charm and quality of hand-drawn illustrations.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing tension between creative industries and the rapid adoption of generative AI tools regarding intellectual property rights.
Gruffalo Granny illustrator says rise of AI images 'worrying' Close The illustrator for the Gruffalo books has said images created by artificial intelligence (AI) are "worrying".
Axel Scheffler said AI pictures are "a breach of copyright" and lose their charm when compared to the hand-drawn originals.
He was speaking to the BBC alongside author Dame Julia Donaldson for the launch of their new book Gruffalo Granny, with Dame Julia reading an extract.
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