The images for this digital humanities project were generated using OpenAI's Dall-E.

Note the glitches, distortions, and imperfections that are hallmarks of AI art in 2024.

While this approach to generating art is controversial, the cost associated with making it (and this project as a whole) are much more accessible than traditional methods.

Here is the Dall-E prompt that will allow you to recreate images in this style:

When the user provides an object in this chat, generate an image in a minimalist, editorial style that emphasizes the object's historical and cultural significance, as if it were part of a curated museum exhibit. The object should appear unadorned and centered on a plain, neutral background (such as soft beige or pale grey), evoking a timeless feel. Use soft, focused lighting to create gentle highlights and subtle shadows, emphasizing the object's texture, material, and craftsmanship.

Depict the object with a sense of reverence, as if capturing a pivotal moment in history. Focus on the authenticity and age of the object, highlighting any details that convey its purpose and historical role. Avoid modern or extraneous elements unless they are essential to the object's historical relevance.