DALL-E, Stable Diffusion & Midjourney: AI, Copyright & the Berne Convention
Full Breakdown + Key Takeaways

Video Duration: 35 Minutes

Why This Video?
AI-generated art is transforming creative industries, but it also raises critical legal and ethical questions. Who owns AI-generated works? Can artists protect their styles from being used without consent? What does international copyright law say about this evolving landscape?

This video takes you deep into these questions, breaking down the complexities of AI-generated content, intellectual property law, and the Berne Convention. By the end, you will have a clear understanding of the legal challenges facing AI art and what they mean for artists, designers, and creative professionals.

What You Will Learn & Why It Matters
- The core principles of copyright law and how they apply to AI-generated works.
- How DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, and MidJourney operate and their impact on artists.
- The Berne Convention s role in protecting creative works internationally.
- How companies profit from AI-generated art and the ethical concerns behind it.
- Why this debate matters and what artists can do to protect their work.

Who Is This For?
- Artists, designers, and illustrators concerned about AI-generated content.
- Lawyers and researchers exploring the legal aspects of AI-generated art.
- Digital creators and AI enthusiasts wanting to understand the legal landscape.
- Anyone curious about the ethical and financial implications of AI in the art world.

Full Timestamp Breakdown

00:00 - Intro
02:42 - Deep Dive into International Copyright Law
04:57 - What Does the Berne Convention Say?
07:00 - DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Midjourney, and the Berne Convention
09:57 - The Berne Convention in the USA
14:31 - How Can a Breach of the Berne Convention Happen?
17:58 - The Core Issue
19:09 - The LAION Database
20:01 - How Midjourney Inc. Makes Money on Artists Copyrighted Works
22:03 - National Copyright Law vs. the Berne Convention
23:15 - Law, Ethics, and Morals? Oh, and Money!
23:44 - The Core Issue, Continued
25:06 - Let s Stand Together as Artists!
26:03 - The Broader Perspective
29:12 - What is the End Goal?
30:41 - It is Quite Simple Really! - Conclusion

About Your Instructor
Your teacher is an experienced architect and visualizer with over 20 years in the industry, working at top firms and later founding Cadman.dk.

Background:
In 1999, I was accepted to both Danmarks Designskole (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danmarks_Designskole) and
Det Kongelige Danske Kunstakademis Arkitektskole (https://da.wikipedia.org/wiki/Det_Kongelige_Danske_Kunstakademis_Skoler_for_Arkitektur,_Design_og_Konservering_-_Arkitektskolen).
I started in 2000 at the latter, and while still studying, I also taught students in graphical presentation.

Industry Experience:
- Internship at Fogh & Foelner Arkitektfirma A/S (6 months).
- Worked at leading Danish firms, including 3XN.
- Graduated in 2006 and became Art Director at Tred (later Cenario).
- Founded Cadman in 2009, specializing in architectural visualization.
- Portfolio: https://www.cadman.dk

This background ensures that what you learn is not just theoretical - but rooted in real-world experience.

Final Thoughts
The legal and ethical challenges of AI-generated art are shaping the future of creative industries. Whether you are an artist, a designer, or simply interested in the discussion, this video will give you the knowledge to navigate this evolving landscape.

Watch now and be part of the conversation!