Erie Art Company and FEED Media Art Center release framework for digital art attribution

The white paper aims to address documentation gaps in contemporary AI-generated and digital art.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 5:21am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring sharp, angular black shapes against a bright white background, conveying the conceptual idea of establishing clear attribution practices for digital and AI-powered art.New standards aim to bring clarity and accountability to the creation of AI-generated and digital artworks.Erie Today

Erie Art Company and FEED Media Art Center, two prominent art institutions in Pennsylvania, have published a white paper outlining standards for citing and attributing AI-generated and digital media artworks. The framework is intended to address the growing need for clear documentation and transparency in the rapidly evolving world of contemporary digital art.

Why it matters

As AI-powered art creation tools become more advanced and accessible, there is an increasing need for the art world to establish clear guidelines around crediting the various contributors involved in the production of digital artworks. This white paper aims to provide a foundation for honest and ethical attribution practices that can help preserve the integrity of the art form.

The details

The white paper, titled "Attribution is the Foundation of Honesty in Art," proposes a standardized system for documenting the roles of artists, AI models, datasets, and other key contributors involved in the creation of digital artworks. The framework is designed to ensure that the origins and creative processes behind these works are transparently communicated to the public.

  • The white paper was published on April 10, 2026.

The players

Erie Art Company

A prominent art institution located in Erie, Pennsylvania that focuses on contemporary and digital art exhibitions and programming.

FEED Media Art Center

A non-profit art center in Erie, Pennsylvania that specializes in supporting and showcasing digital, new media, and AI-generated artworks.

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What’s next

The white paper will be presented at the upcoming FEED Media Art Center symposium, where industry experts and artists will discuss the proposed framework and explore ways to further develop standards for digital art attribution.

The takeaway

This white paper represents an important step towards establishing ethical and transparent practices in the rapidly evolving world of digital and AI-generated art. By addressing the need for clear documentation and attribution, Erie Art Company and FEED Media Art Center are helping to preserve the integrity of the art form and empower artists working with emerging technologies.