We live in a time where machines can imitate almost anything, from brushstrokes to writing styles. But imitation is not creation. True originality comes from protecting the voice that only you carry as a real person, like your story, your intent, and your humanity. Just because something looks polished on the surface doesn’t mean it’s authentic. A gold-plated object may shine, but it will never have the weight or worth of solid gold. In the same way, AI can mimic style but it cannot create from a place of lived experience. Here are some things to think about when trying to be original:
Draw from life
The most powerful source of creativity is your lived experience. Your memories, culture, and surroundings offer inspiration that no algorithm can replicate. These details root your work in something genuine and deeply personal that others resonate with.
Develop a process
The finished product isn’t your end goal. It is the journey you take to reach it. Share your sketches, drafts, and behind-the-scenes work. These glimpses into your process highlight the human effort that AI cannot mimic as accurately. The journey also helps others from your field view and take a leaf out of your process, for themselves.
Add imperfections
Perfection can feel too sterile. The quirks, mistakes and unexpected twists in your work carry the human touch that machines don’t have. And more often than not, the straight line that curved, or the nose that came out a bit asymmetrical, can add a whole new dimension to your work. What makes your art resonate is not flawlessness but character.
Set boundaries
AI can be a useful tool, but it should never replace your voice. Decide where it fits into your workflow and where your own vision must take the lead. This balance ensures that your originality always comes first. You are in control to do the fun creative part!
Being original in an AI world, is about showing the irreplaceable worth of being human. Your work is not gold-plated, it’s solid gold! Because it carries something AI can never fabricate – your humanity!
This is what Sunnymoon Project represents. Our women-led mobile game animation and design studio in Lebanon stands out for its creative philosophy – no AI to generate creative content. What you get is a blend of human creativity, storytelling, and technical precision for all visual development services.
Our services include 2D/3D animation, character design, environment art, UI/UX, logo design, and more. We have created casual games as portfolio pieces to showcase the abovementioned skills – like MoodiMe and Sweet Stacks. The services are cost-effective and collaborative, respecting NDAs and following ethical practices. Interested to know more? Please write to us at info@sunnymoonproject.com or visit https://sunnymoonproject.com/.
Meanwhile, stay original in this AI world.
Rita Khodur – Co-founder, Project Manager, Illustrator, Sunnymoon Project