AI vs. Photography: Boris Eldagsen and Miles Astray
Two image artists whose contest pranks make me wonder: What makes a photo real?
In this episode of THE GRAIN, host Ronit Novak interviews Berlin-based photo artist Boris Eldagson and Bolivia-based for the moment, photojournalist Miles Astray,
They have both made waves in the photography world by tricking prestigious photo contests with their unconventional entries—an AI-generated image and a non-AI photo submitted to an AI category, respectively.
Their stunts have opened up significant conversations about the role of artificial intelligence in image making and the importance of distinguishing between AI-generated and traditional photographs.
Our discussion explores their backgrounds, motivations, and the broader implications of AI on creativity and the future of photography. Through their experiences, they highlight the challenges that AI presents to the industry and the necessity for creatives to adapt to this evolving landscape.