AI's Impact on Craft Industry: Help or Harm?

There's a prevailing apprehension that artificial intelligence could decimate the handmade craft, art, and design sectors. However, this perspective challenges that fear, pointing out that many online marketplaces, such as Etsy, have for some time been populated by items derived from readily available templates and mass-produced goods sourced via dropshipping. The author posits that rather than being a destructive force, AI is more likely to serve as an advantageous tool for authentic creators. It could potentially empower them by streamlining processes or offering new creative avenues, thereby distinguishing genuine artistry from mass-produced imitations.