[mchlbnnn]

Yes, art is a product, particularly in the context of this conversation about AI.

Very little is the unique expression of a singular consciousness.

Art being "good" is subjective and the audience is the source of that valuation.

[squidsoup]

Art is only a product if you have a repugnantly rapacious worldview.

[mchlbnnn]

I don't mean art's value is only as a commodity, but I do mean that most of art's value is for its audience, not just the satisfaction of the creator.

The view of art as not intentionally for others, and with concern for their appreciation, might actually be more off-putting.