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P. Scorzin, “‘Scenarios for the Future—A Statement by Pamela C. Scorzin,’” *European Photography: The Independent Art Magazine for Contemporary Photography and New Media*, vol. 115, pp. 58–60, 2024, Available: https://equivalence.com/european-photography-115
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“It’s easy to predict the future if you create it yourself.” This quote from Peter Weibel renders speculative science fiction scenarios about the future of art in general—and photography in particular—obsolete; or you could just ask an AI like ChatGPT or Bard about it.
In the evolution of artistic and creative tools throughout human history—from the paintbrush to mechanical devices to computers to intelligent algorithms— merely the latest—for now—stage of technological development, whose introduction and use not only provoke pros and cons but also repeat phantom discourses, such as: Are authorship and creative possibilities expanded, diminished, or even replaced by the use of this new technology in artistic and creative practices?
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