
31/03/2025
Let’s be honest about this whole Ghibli-style AI image trend? It’s everywhere. Feeds flooded with dreamy, anime-like versions of people, places, pets, you name it. It’s easy to roll your eyes and feel like it’s just another internet phase that’s going to fade fast. And yes, it probably will. Most trends burn out when they get too big too fast. But before we brush it off completely, maybe we should look a little closer.
Because honestly? There’s something kind of amazing happening here.
ChatGPT-4o’s new image generation model not only allows us to create Ghibli-style images but also supports a wide range of artistic styles. Additionally, it offers character consistency and all other features that you'd want in an AI image generator, this opens up a whole lot of possibilities, with continuously improving tools and a constantly evolving large language model, it will only get better over time.
These AI-generated images aren't just a fun distraction, they’re a new way for people to tell stories. Think folk tales, fables, and life-altering narratives, whether personal or historical reimagined in a beautiful, animated style. As not everyone has the time, training, or money to create professional-level art or hire someone who does. But now, with just a few clicks and the right prompts, anyone can bring their imagination to life.
This can be especially powerful in places where resources are limited. Take Kokborok, for example, a language that doesn’t have many children’s books with visuals kids can actually relate to. With AI tools, it’s now possible to create books filled with colorful, personalized illustrations that make learning way more engaging for kids. That’s a game changer.
Of course, there are valid worries here. Artists put their heart and soul into their work, and AI could definitely impact that. But I believe human-created art still has a special place. People who care deeply about quality and originality will always seek out real artists. Plus, AI still messes up, it can’t always capture emotion, culture, or consistency the way a person can. And that's where artists can step in and refine or collaborate with these tools.
There’s also this new role emerging: the “AI prompt expert.” These are folks who know how to talk to AI, guide it, and get the best out of it. It’s a legit skill, and it’s already becoming its own kind of job. So while AI might shake up the creative world, it’s also opening up new paths for people who couldn’t create before, people with ideas but no way to express them.
Yes, AI can be scary. It might take some jobs, and it’s definitely changing the game. But it’s also giving people the power to create, to tell stories, and to share ideas in ways they never could before. If we use it thoughtfully, there’s real potential here, not just for art, but for education, culture, and community too.
So maybe don’t roll your eyes too hard at that next Ghibli-style post. There’s more to it than just a trend.