Council criticised for using AI to generate library mural

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“There are hundreds if not thousands of Brisbanites who could have drawn something better.”

Brisbane City Council has been criticised for using artificial intelligence to generate a mural in the children’s section of the renovated Bulimba Library.

Local artist Sophie Beer slammed the mural online, labelling it “AI slop”.

“C’mon, guys,” she said. “There are hundreds if not thousands of Brisbanites who could have drawn something better.”

Locals on social media noted details that did not make sense, including a cockatoo with three wings, a seagull with a cockatoo’s beak, illegible writing on the CityCat and the warping on the Story Bridge and ferris wheel.

The council has confirmed the mural was made using AI, but claimed it is temporary.

“A temporary illustration has been installed, while plans for permanent artwork are finalised,” a council spokesperson said.

“We’re looking forward to engaging a local artist to create something special for the space that families can enjoy for years to come.”

Chair of the customer services committee, and councillor for Jamboree Ward, Sarah Hutton spoke of the site’s long arts history at the council meeting on November 3.

Hutton touted a mural in the courtyard by artist Ryan Barwick, inspired by the history of Bulimba.

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