Artspeaking topic
When AI generates images in a beloved animator's style, fans call it theft even though style is not legally protected. Should an artist's style belong to them?
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Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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