When you view the artwork on my website, you might notice a subtle “grainy” texture in the images. This effect comes from using Glaze, a tool developed by the University of Chicago to protect digital art from being scraped and mimicked by AI systems. Glaze applies imperceptible alterations to images, making it difficult for AI models to accurately replicate an artist’s style while preserving the artwork’s visual integrity for human viewers. To learn more about how Glaze works and its mission to safeguard artists’ creations, visit the official site at https://glaze.cs.uchicago.edu/ or check their FAQ at https://glaze.cs.uchicago.edu/faq.html.

I’m still evaluating Glaze’s effectiveness for my work, especially since I already use low-resolution images to deter misuse. Part of me wonders if a traditional watermark might be a simpler alternative. I’d love to hear from other artists about their experiences with Glaze, watermarks, or other methods for protecting their art online. Your insights could help shape how I approach this balance between visibility and security.