With the recent advancements in AI image generation, particularly GPT-4o's ability to create high-quality visuals from simple text prompts, many are wondering: Is this the end for traditional graphic design, Photoshop, and microstock platforms?

The Shift in Image Creation
For years, Photoshop has been the go-to tool for designers, while microstock platforms provided affordable visuals for content creators. However, AI-generated images now offer:
✅ Speed � Get an image in seconds, no editing skills needed.
✅ Customization � Tailor images precisely without searching through stock libraries.
✅ Cost Efficiency � No need for expensive stock subscriptions or professional designers for simple projects.

Who Wins and Who Loses?
🟢 Winners:

Marketers, bloggers, and small businesses who need quick, unique visuals.

AI developers and companies monetizing AI-generated content.

🔴 Losers:

Stock image contributors who rely on licensing sales.

Some freelance designers, especially those handling simple, repetitive design tasks.

Is This the End or an Evolution?

Here are some Redditors trying out the GPT-4o :

https://www.reddit.com/r/ChatGPT/comments/1jkaaxh/gpt4o_image_generation_is_absolutely_insane/#lightbox

https://www.reddit.com/media?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.redd.it%2Fgpt-4o-image-generation-is-absolutely-insane-v0-4mnoq2q8a6re1.png%3Fwidth%3D558%26format%3Dpng%26auto%3Dwebp%26s%3D2faa6f2033af736e2557f814b8abffd6a2e0a4d7

Good day everyone,

I had a batch of images that was approved more than a month ago (approved on mid December). Until now, i couldn't find my own approved images using all the method i could possibly think of including typing, the image id, title, or relevant keywords on different browsers.

Could it be that the images are not indexed hence the fail to appear on the search? ie: some of the images when i typed in the keywords combo, there are only 3 pages come out as a total result for the category. but my images still not appeared on those.

Appreciate if anyone who had encountered a similiar scenario to shed some lights on this matter or to direct me who i can contact with to seek a solution to this matter? Thanks.