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Human-Machine Collaboration in AI-Generated Art Creation: Applications and Expressions

Peter Hong*
University of Macau

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

As generative AI technologies become widely available and more powerful, human-machine collaboration has grown into the core working model for AI art creation, reshaping how art is produced. This study examines human-AI collaboration in art creation on social media platforms via literature review and case analysis. In particular, it explores how social media reshapes artistic creation and dissemination, analyzes AI-assisted creative processes, and explores their impact on contemporary art. Additionally, the study further evaluates the benefits and challenges of human-AI collaboration, including copyright, ethical concerns, and future development, while outlining potential trends in AI-generated art. The study finds that social media has reshaped art creation and dissemination. Human-AI collaboration combines human creativity with AI-assisted production, reducing creative barriers, boosting efficiency, and expanding artistic possibilities. However, limitations in training data, unclear authorship, and copyright and ethical issues remain critical concerns. Despite these challenges, human-AI collaboration complements rather than replaces traditional art, hence requiring improved regulations and balanced creative frameworks for sustainable development.

Keywords: Human-AI Collaboration; AI-Generated Art; Media Transformation; Creative Process; Art Ethics
Published: September 22, 2026
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/2026.HT37001
Volume: CHR Vol.122
pp. 41-46
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