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If you're serious about building something, at some point you have to go all in—no half measures.
To be creative is to be optimistic. Because why make anything at all if you don't believe it might be seen, felt or make a difference?
To be creative is to be hopeful. You can't be creative and be a pessimist.
AI isn't the enemy. Our lack of nuance is.
If AI can't make anything that hasn't been made before, you are always one step ahead as an artist.
Episode 202 of Creative Boom's podcast 'The Spark' features photographer Liz Seabrook in a candid conversation about creativity, identity, and the importance of stillness. The discussion moves from lighthearted topics like matcha and fashion to deeper reflections on confidence, kindness, and purpose in creative work.
Creative Boom’s podcast episode features photographer Liz Seabrook in conversation with host Katy Cowan about the impact of AI and beauty standards on photography and authenticity. They discuss how technology and social media have shaped visual expectations, the pressures creatives face, and the importance of maintaining realness in image-making. The episode ends on an optimistic note about creativity’s enduring value.
Creative Boom announces the return of its podcast for Season 11, hosted by founder Katy Cowan and supported by Adobe. The season explores how creatives remain human amid rapid technological and cultural change, featuring guests such as Nicki Sprinz, Aporva Baxi, Liz Seabrook, and Jessie McGuire. Through personal stories and reflections, the series highlights resilience, authenticity, and the enduring value of human creativity.
Photographer Liz Seabrook argues that artificial intelligence should not be dismissed as 'dull' or threatening to creatives. In her essay for Creative Boom, she calls for nuance, critical thinking, and human curiosity in engaging with AI, while acknowledging its environmental and ethical challenges. She draws parallels between AI, plagiarism, and long-standing issues in creative production, urging artists to respond by being more human and original.