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The Artist–AI Compass

In six minutes, learn your AI-use pattern precisely -- and three steps to correct your course.

I used the tool only to find a reference, and executed the whole work myself. I used the tool's output as a starting point and substantially reworked it by hand. I used the tool's output with only minor edits. I used the tool's output almost as-is, with no real edit.

Not once. Only once, in an exceptional circumstance. Several times, when time was short. This is my usual approach for most of my work.

I reduce the work's scope or ask for an extension, and don't replace my own execution with a tool's output. I use the tool for a limited part to save time, and finish the rest myself. I rely on the tool for the larger part to guarantee an on-time delivery. I usually deliver the tool's output as-is when time is short.

I use it only as an initial reference and rebuild the work in my own style. I build on it with substantial edits that make it carry my own mark. I make simple cosmetic edits, then deliver it. I deliver it exactly as the tool produced it -- as long as the client will like it.

I go back to my own notes and experience before anything else. I ask the tool for general suggestions, then decide myself which fits. I ask the tool for ready-made solutions and pick the one closest to my taste. I let the tool suggest the whole direction and follow it.

Yes, I explicitly disclosed which part the tool was used for. I only disclosed it when asked directly. I didn't disclose it, since I considered my use too minor to mention. I didn't disclose it, and didn't think about it at all.

I write a clear line every time, even when not asked to. I mention it when the context calls for it (a client, a competition). I avoid mentioning it unless I'm required to. I see no need to mention it at all.

I note for myself exactly which part the tool was used for, even if I don't publish it right away. I remember in general that I used it, without details. I forget the details quickly and don't note them.

I tell them immediately and clearly before the work is shown to any third party. I tell them if they ask about the working method. I don't tell them -- the part is small and won't be noticed.

I write precisely which part used the tool and which part was fully manual. I write a general phrase like 'with digital assistance' without detail. I leave the field blank.

Yes, I read the basic terms about ownership and commercial use. I skimmed it quickly without reading it fully. I didn't check -- I assumed using it was safe as long as it's publicly available.

I don't do that -- I describe visual elements, not a specific artist's identity. I did it rarely, and never used the result commercially. I do it sometimes when I want a result close to a specific style. I do it regularly -- the tool is public and available to everyone.

I limit myself to understanding the general structure, and build my own work from scratch in my own voice. I rephrase specific passages and merge them into my work. I have no clear limit -- all work is inspired by something prior anyway.

I discard the result immediately and generate again with a completely different prompt. I visually alter the result enough to differ from the original, then use it. I use it as-is -- the resemblance is probably coincidental.

I critically evaluated the suggestion, applied only what served my vision, and rejected the rest. I applied most of what it suggested after a quick review. I applied everything it suggested with no real review.

I weigh it against my own judgment and experience, and make the final decision myself. I usually follow it because it seems more objective than me. I always follow it without thinking -- the tool is more accurate than me.

I do -- choosing one alternative among several, and deciding not to edit it, is a deliberate artistic judgment. Shared responsibility between me and the tool. The tool does, since it actually produced the alternative.

I take full responsibility, and next time critically review before applying any automated suggestion. I explain to the client that the edits were the tool's suggestion, not my decision. I openly blame the tool in front of the client.

The Artist–AI Compass

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