This Is What AI Thinks Like an Average American Looks Like. Do You Agree?

--------------------------------------------------------------- Thank you for subscribing to My Modern Met’s weekly newsletter! For more ways to support our content, [please consider becoming a member](. Members get a special newsletter, ad-free reading, and discounts—among other perks. [Learn more and join here](. --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ AI technology is more pervasive than ever and a lot of people are having fun using image generators like Midjourney to experiment with how the tech tackles beauty standards and stereotypes. Over at Buzzfeed, one writer decided to see what would happen if she asked Midjourney to produce a photo of an "average" person for each of the 50 U.S. states. The results are interesting, to say the least. Does the result match up with your view of your home state? Want a daily digest email featuring our latest articles? Stay updated and [subscribe here](=). ​ ​[This Is What AI Thinks People From Each of the 50 U.S. States Look Like]()​ ​ [Read on My Modern Met]() ​ Others are taking a more worldly view and creating AI visuals that touch on the entire globe. In this fascinating series, Midjourney was asked to produce an image of a "beautiful woman" in 100 different countries. The results are a fascinating look at global beauty standards and are a push to think about what we consider "beautiful." ​ ​[This Is What AI Considers a “Beautiful Woman” in 100 Different Countries](​ [Read on My Modern Met]( ​ Do you find inspiration in stories and artists like these? [Become a member of My Modern Met](=) to help create a positive culture by highlighting the best sides of humanity. ​ On a more lighthearted note, photographer Alper Yesiltas used AI to help us imagine which actor of the moment could fill Daniel Craig's shoes as the new James Bond. Which 007 would you most like to see on your screen? ​ ​[AI Portraits Imagine Different Actors as the Potential Next James Bond](​ [Read on My Modern Met]( ​ Being a My Modern Met member has its perks. Experience our website ad-free, receive exclusive members-only monthly newsletter, and more. [Click here to become a member](=). ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ ​ ​ Claude Monet is one of the most famous artists of the 19th century, but how much do you really know about the Impressionist's life and art? This week's [quiz]() asks you 14 questions about Monet so that you can test your art history knowledge. And, along the way, maybe you'll learn something new about the famous painter. [Take the Quiz]() ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- ​ [My Modern Met Academy Logo](=)​ ​ ​ [[video preview]​]() Explore ways to add emotion and personality to your artwork by using colored inks. Illustrator Anna Sokolova shares how you can use this exciting medium to create incredible artwork in her online class with My Modern Met Academy, [Animal Portraits in Colored Inks: Tell a Visual Story That Conveys Emotion](=). In bite-sized lessons, this expressive illustration course will guide you through creating your own animal portrait from start to finish. [Enroll Now](=) ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- [My Modern Met Store Logo]()​ We offer the best creative products from makers around the world, and we're adding new things all the time! Shop [My Modern Met Store]() and get free shipping on orders over $100 ($250 for outside of the United States). Taking your painting session to the great outdoors, just like Monet, has never been easier, thanks to [Viviva Watercolor Pans](=). This portable set is the same size as most cell phones and features 16 transparent colors, ranging from crimson red to olive green. Each pan is inserted inside a natural cork sheet which is completely eco-friendly. All the artist has to do to start using this amazing little set is to wet their paintbrush and swipe it over their desired color. They're sure to be amazed at the vibrant quality each pan contains! =​ [Shop Now](=) ​ Just for you! Get 15% off My Modern Met Store purchases. [Become a member of My Modern Met](=) and receive a discount towards every purchase at [My Modern Met Store](. Jessica Stewart Staff Writer Thanks for subscribing to newsletters from [My Modern Met.]( To make sure our emails don’t get lost, [add us to your address book.]() UPDATE YOUR PREFERENCES: - Daily Newsletter: Whenever there is something new - Weekly Roundup: Weekly updates packaged into one convenient newsletter - Click here to change your [current preferences.]( [Unsubscribe]( | 121 Evergreen Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630