Code of Ethics & Conduct

Vision:
To inspire creativity while maintaining integrity and respect in the digital art community.

1. Transparency:

• Disclosure: Clearly state when an artwork is AI-generated.
• Process: Provide insights into how AI contributes to your art, including the tools and methods used.

2. Originality and Creativity:

• Unique Creations: Encourage the use of AI as a tool for enhancing human creativity, not replacing it.
• Avoid Plagiarism: Do not use AI to replicate or mimic the unique styles of living artists without explicit permission or credits.

3. Respect for Intellectual Property:

• Credit: Give proper credit to any artists, datasets, or inspirations that significantly influence your AI art.
• Rights: Ensure your AI-generated art does not infringe on copyrights. Use public domain or properly licensed materials for training your AI models.

4. Ethical Use of AI:

• Bias Awareness: Be mindful of biases in AI algorithms and strive to create or select models that promote diversity and inclusivity.
• Responsible Content: Avoid generating or promoting content that could be harmful, offensive, or misleading.

5. Privacy and Consent:

• Data Use: Only use data for AI training with explicit consent where required, respecting privacy laws and ethical standards.
• Likeness: Do not generate art using the likeness of individuals without their consent.

6. Community Engagement:

• Support: Foster an environment where artists can learn from each other, share techniques, and grow together.
• Feedback: Welcome constructive criticism and use it to improve both your art and AI practices.

7. Environmental Responsibility:

• Sustainability: Consider the environmental impact of running AI computations. Use energy-efficient practices where possible.

8. Education and Advocacy:

• Learning: Promote understanding of AI in art by sharing knowledge, tutorials, or hosting workshops.
• Advocate: Educate users on the ethical implications of AI in art, encouraging a responsible approach across the community.

9. Business Practices:

• Fair Pricing: Price AI-generated art in a way that reflects the work and creativity involved while being mindful of market standards.
• Customer Service: Provide clear policies on commissions, refunds, and the use of AI in your art.

10. Continuous Improvement:

• Stay Informed: Keep up with the latest in AI ethics, technology, and art to evolve your practices.
• Adapt: Be willing to update this code as technology, laws, or societal norms change.

Commitment: By adhering to this code, Polly Paradise AI Digital Artshop commits to ethical practices that respect the art community, the technology we use, and the broader implications of AI in art.