Great points. AI image programs are tools that are transformative and will change the landscape of several art fields.

I think my cnc pattern store, though not completely dead, will be greatly diminished. Where it would take me hours to days to create a cnc pattern, someone skilled with AI art tools will be able to create something similar or better in under 30 minutes.

In the future, just my opinion, 3d artists will have to learn at least basic AI skills to augment their 3d modeling skills to stay relevant. AI is just too powerful to compete against on your own unless you are really in a niche market.