Surreal Event: A Real Pic of Flamingo Won AI Photo Contest
In a twist that left both the photography and AI communities astounded, Miles Astray's photo of a flamingo recently won two awards in the AI category of the 1839 Awards. The image, capturing a flamingo looking like a headless ball of pink fluff on spindly legs, is not just a visual delight but also a statement on the ongoing dialogue between human artistry and artificial intelligence. This intriguing scenario culminated in the photo's disqualification after winning third place and the people's choice award for AI photography, when it was revealed to be a real photo taken by Astray himself. The 1839 Awards, named after a landmark year in the history of photography, celebrate a wide range of categories including animals, architecture, landscapes, and more. This year, photographers from 55 countries participated, making the competition fierce and the recognition prestigious. Astray’s entry into the AI category with his flamingo photo, titled “Flamingone,” was a deliberate
