GENERATIVE AI, ART, AND AESTHETIC PHILOSOPHY: HUMAN-AI CO-CREATION IN THE AGE OF INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

In an era defined by the rapid advancement of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI), the boundary between human artistry and algorithmic execution has become increasingly porous. This evolution fundamentally challenges traditional concepts of aesthetics, authorial intent, and creative agency. This conceptual paper explores the redefinition of aesthetics and artistic spirit when art is generated through human-AI interaction. Grounded in a literature review and philosophical analysis, this paper critiques traditional paradigms that view AI either as a passive tool or as an autonomous replacement for human creators. Instead, it proposes the framework of Co-creative Agency, positioning AI as a hybrid conversational partner. The findings suggest that aesthetic value in the age of AI shifts away from physical craftsmanship and single intent toward a dialogic process, contextual curation, and conceptual framing.