9 Ways You Can Actually Use and Enjoy AI Art

Robot-generated art doesn't have to be soulless—sometimes it's just fun. If you've never experimented with AI art, or have tried but aren't sure what to do with it, here are some surprisingly practical and fun ideas to get you started.

Note : While we won't go into ideation, if you need help creating images, check out our separate guide to the best AI tools for creating artwork .

9. Print and frame artwork to hang on the wall

If you've ever stared at a blank wall and thought, 'What should I put there?', an AI piece of art might be just what you need to fill that space. It's easy, and honestly, it's pretty fun. Start by thinking about what kind of mood or story you want your wall art to tell. A little imagination and one of the best AI image generators is all you need.

You can theme your space by creating a set of three related images (like a triptych) or change it up each season by printing new artwork and rotating it.

8. Use as wallpaper for your device

When you create AI artwork to use as a wallpaper—whether it's for your phone, tablet, laptop, or whatever bright screen you stare at all day—it's a good idea to start by determining the appropriate size for the screen.

For phones, 1080x1920 (or higher for modern models) is the best bet. For desktops, aim for at least 1920x1080, although ultrawide and 4K displays will need even larger resolutions, such as 2560x1080 or 3440x1440. While most AI upscalers may not hit these specs out of the box, an AI upscaler can easily bump up the resolution to reach them.

7. Turn your daily diary into illustrations

The trick here is to use your journal entries as prompts. If you write about a rainy afternoon walk, a stressful work call, or a quiet moment at a coffee shop, enter that description into the AI image generator. It doesn't have to be technical—the language you used to describe your experience is enough to create a meaningful image.

Use a journal entry as inspiration to create an AI image.

6. Spice up your social media

Social media is a great stage to show off your favorite AI creations. It's visual, fast-moving, and full of people ready to double-tap on something interesting. But before you hit upload, stop and think about the story behind the image. Instead of posting without saying a word, add some context. What sparked the idea? What story is it telling? A little context or emotion goes a long way, because people connect more when there's something deeper to capture.

5. Print as die-cut sticker

Once you have a collection of AI-generated images that you're proud of, turning them into die-cut stickers is a fun and tangible way to bring your digital creations into the real world. Start by cleaning up your image if necessary – use any basic photo editing tools to remove unwanted backgrounds, enhance contrast, or add a white or transparent border to create a sharp border for your sticker. Stickers often look best when they have a clear shape, so consider cropping your image cleanly if your design allows.

4. Come up with ideas for your tattoo

If you have an AI-generated image that looks like a tattoo, you're off to a great start – but there are a few important steps to take before heading to the tattoo parlor. As noted, you'll first need to make sure the image is high resolution. Tattoo artists need a clear, sharp reference image to work from, especially for designs with fine lines or intricate shading.

You should also take your image to a professional tattoo artist who can adjust it to a format more suitable for tattooing. Most tattoo artists will appreciate you giving them your idea of the image, but they may adjust the line weight, simplify the shading, or adjust the proportions to ensure the image will last. Be open to their input, because it can be the difference between a good idea and a great tattoo.

3. Use as a homemade book cover

If you plan to use the AI image for a digital book cover — an eBook, Wattpad, or Kindle Direct Publishing — you should choose a portrait format, usually around 1600x2560 pixels. Otherwise, you can crop the image later using Canva or GIMP .

For print covers, you'll also need to consider the spine and back cover, especially if you're using services like Amazon KDP, Lulu, or IngramSpark. In those cases, start with a front cover idea, then expand the artwork into a full wraparound cover once you know the final page count. For example, the image below is a hypothetical book cover the article created for a fictional book titled How to Play the Bass Guitar Like Oluwademilade .

2. Make your own souvenir gifts

AI art makes it incredibly easy to create unique, personalized gifts. Once you have a design that fits the recipient's personality or interests, head to platforms like Redbubble, Zazzle, or Printful. These services let you upload images and instantly preview them on a variety of products—from mugs and throw pillows to puzzles, tote bags, hoodies, mouse pads, or framed prints—before you buy.

1. Design your own game card

If you've ever dreamed of making your own card game—or just want to spice up your game night—AI art can help you design custom cards, characters, or entire game worlds without the need for a professional artist. Whether you're building a Pokémon-themed deck, a fantasy-themed board game, or simply printing fun cards of your friends as mythical creatures, creative art tools open up a world of creative freedom.

You can print them out on heavy cardstock at home and cut them out yourself, or use a service like MakePlayingCards or The Game Crafter for a more polished finish. Re-wrapping the cards can increase their durability if they're used regularly.

Samuel Daniel

Update 17 July 2025