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How Did You Do On The AI Art Turing Test?

Astral Codex Ten • 25259 implied HN points • 20 Nov 24
🎨 Art & Illustration AI Art Art Appreciation Digital Art
  1. Many people struggle to tell the difference between AI-generated art and human-created art. Most scored just slightly above random guessing on a test designed to distinguish between the two.
  2. Participants often judged art based on its style rather than its origin. People tended to think that certain styles, like Impressionism, had to be human even when they were AI-created.
  3. Surprisingly, more people preferred AI art over human art, with many claiming they disliked AI art but still choosing AI pieces as their favorites.

The Magnolia

The Analog Family • 99 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🎭️ Culture Nature Literature Personal narrative Art Appreciation Family
  1. The magnolia tree is very special and loved, serving as a beautiful centerpiece that draws admiration from others. Its flowers make a big impression, and even passing strangers can't help but notice it.
  2. The tree has a lot of personal memories attached to it, as it's been a part of a family's experiences and adventures, especially with children climbing its branches. It's considered irreplaceable and deeply cherished.
  3. Trees provide important emotional and aesthetic value to a home, often being more valuable than the house itself. The presence of trees creates a comforting and serene environment that is loved and respected.

Urban Scavenger Hunt

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 119 implied HN points • 06 Jan 22
🎭️ Culture Urban Exploration Local history Community Engagement Natural History Art Appreciation
  1. Urban scavenger hunts can help you discover unique items in your neighborhood. Look out for fossils in old buildings and carved animals on facades.
  2. Take note of remnants of the past like hitching posts and ghost signs. These tell stories about the history of the area and how it has changed over time.
  3. Pay attention to local plants and geology as you explore. You might find native trees, interesting lichen, or clues about old water features that still exist beneath the city.
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Nugget interactions

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Team Dynamics Work Environment Creativity Personal Growth Art Appreciation
  1. Team bonding is important for a positive work environment. Everyone had fun during the lunch meeting, showing that a high-performing team can still enjoy each other's company.
  2. Setting clear goals and planning tasks can increase productivity. One engineer felt proud to share that his work velocity improved when he had defined milestones.
  3. Ambition can be a double-edged sword in creative work. A local artist believes that staying present and less ambitious helps him create better art.