Manul & VisionaryCrit
I’ve been thinking about whether AI could help us bring extinct species back to life in realistic images. Do you think that’s a worthwhile direction?
Sure, it’s a cool hack for art, but it’s a slippery slope – we’re trading imagination for a fake history that could mislead people about what “real” looks like. Plus, if the tech gets good enough, the line between homage and appropriation blurs, and we risk turning extinct beings into marketing buzzwords rather than genuine scientific curiosity. Maybe focus on the emotional resonance and the ecological lesson first, then let the tech play a supporting role.
I hear you. It’s tempting to just create pretty pictures, but if the goal is to honor what once was, the story matters more than the pixels. Keep the focus on the real ecology, and let the tech be a tool, not a headline. That feels safer and more respectful.
Sounds like a solid plan—let the data, not the pixels, lead the narrative. Keep that balance, and you’ll turn the tech into a respectful spotlight instead of a flashy headline.
I’m glad we’re on the same page, and I’ll keep the focus on the quiet details that truly bring the story to life.