Artificial intelligence, both a source of concern and fascination, fundamentally challenges the concept of progress. It asserts itself in the realm of image and artistic creation as a catalyst for creativity. On platforms like Midjourney or DALL.E 2, by following the known editorial protocol called "Prompt," images materialize instantly, almost magically. These visuals can then, guided by AI software, increase their resolution to become large-format photographs.

All the images in this photographic book have been wholly or partially created by artificial intelligence, guided by the artistic talent of five international authors: Tinbrain, Bengt Tibert, French Fry Earrings, Dissociative, Dreams (Jess MacCormack), and Lemoon Synthography. The conversational intelligence of Chat GPT has also contributed by translating the text from French to English and participating in the co-creation of the work.

This 72-page book, in English, is the first to delve into the subject of AI-generated photographic illustration. It is neither a critique nor an opinion piece. It is dedicated to presenting readers with a selection of the most remarkable AI creations of the moment while exploring the underlying motivations behind these achievements and their creators.

Artificial intelligence, both a source of concern and wonder, deeply permeates the very concept of progress. It asserts itself through photographic and artistic creation in general as an unwavering support to creativity, while preserving the irreplaceable human intention. On online platforms like Midjourney or Dallé2, following the editorial protocol known as «Prompt,» images emerge instantaneously, efficiently, nearly flawlessly. These visual sketches can then, guided by AI software, expand their resolution to transform into grand-format photographs.Imagine, for example, the almost cost-free and instantaneous appearance of a 3D image: a luxury bag, held by a model atop the Eiffel Tower. The question then arises: that of the true economic model of these AI supports, their objectivity, their future commercial intentions, as well as the implications inherent in the cost economy of production for creative professionals. All the images within this photographic book have been fully or partially conceived by artificial intelligence, guided by the artistic talent of five international authors: Tinbrain, Bengt Tibert, Frenchfryearrings, dissociative_dreams (Jess MacCormack), and lemoon.synthography. The conversational intelligence of Chat GPT has also played a role in translating the text from French to English and co-creating the work. It is indisputable: without the author’s initiative, this book would never have come into existence. But what about the overlooked expertise during the crafting of this masterpiece? Writers, translators, retouchers, photographers, stylists, models, makeup artists, photographic production houses... a wealth of skills brought to a standstill.

Every advancement deserves exploration. However, the current silence of thinkers, sociologists, and creators regarding its limitations concerns me. Why such withdrawal? Perhaps the tool has already corrupted us. This book is neither critique nor platform. It is devoted to unveiling to readers a selection of the brightest AI creations of the moment, while scrutinizing the motivations behind these achievements and their creators. Let us entrust experts with the responsibility of exploring the consequences and aspirations that these limitless horizons offered by AI will bring to creation, culture, and more profoundly, to our societies.

In addition to the release of this first issue, Galerie 54Dunkerque has created a series of visual content, including photographs and videos, to provide the audience with a relevant experience.