Algorithmic artist discusses AI code writing and artistry
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An algorithmic artist writes generative art code with the help of Cursor and Claude Code, and says that AI writing code does not undermine artistry; the key is who constructs the space of possibilities. He argues that artists should retain control over the code, and the artistic direction is still decided by themselves. He cites the Stack Overflow 2026 survey, saying that only 17% of developers do not use AI tools, and two-thirds use coding assistants or agents.
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An algorithmic artist reflects on how AI coding tools have lowered the technical barrier in his field, arguing that the art lies not in the final image but in the space of possibilities the artist builds—rules, bounds, colours and chance—and that the real risk is not authorship but monoculture, as shared models narrow what gets explored. He describes using Cursor and Claude for tooling, maths and rendering while keeping art direction and final decisions his own, and cites Linda Dounia's self-trained models as an example of AI serving an intention.
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