An artist I previously respected recommended AI to make reference images if you are unable to find what you need. There are so many better options, such as taking your own picture, combining reference images, working from (gasp!) imagination
What beats writers block is not treating your body like a factory. What beats writers block is healthcare. What beats writers block is gardening, & rest, & food, & companionship, & reading, & leisure, & anti-capitalism—but of course that’s not a very profitable thing to write, & won’t sell LLMs.
theguardian.com
AI can help authors beat writer’s block, says Bloomsbury chief
Publisher last week reported jump in revenue in academic and professional arm thanks to AI licensing deal