What steps does DeviantArt take in order to protect artists from being uncredited when referenced in AI Art creations?

DreamUp is an AI-based image-generation tool used to create art using free-form text prompts. Certain art styles can sometimes be achieved by referencing names of real artists such as Thomas Kinkade, Picasso, and Gustave Doré in text prompts. Referencing artists when having the AI create your work can give the resulting piece a unique “look,” inspired by the style of that particular artist. 

If you refer to an artist in a DreamUp prompt, you must also tag that artist when submitting the resulting image to DeviantArt.  Failure to do so is a violation of our DreamUp Policy and can result in your deviation's deletion or an account suspension.

If you don’t want to allow other deviants to create art inspired by your style with DreamUp, you may be eligible to opt out by filling out this form.

If you’ve opted out and would like to opt in again, please contact DeviantArt Support.