Have you ever wondered what a piece of art would say if it could speak?
Art with Attitude
Hilarious Complaints from My Talking Portrait Paintings
Have you ever wondered what a piece of art would say if it could speak?
That’s exactly what I explored in an experiment with artificial intelligence, bringing my paintings to life. In a fictional interview, they share insights into my creative process – and they don’t hold back.
Check out what Crush I has to say!

Original photo.
I even decided to join the party and “AI-ify” myself! Thanks to @runwayapp, even I get to lip sync along.
What would happen if the characters on my canvases sprang to life and voiced their thoughts on my artistic process?
Bringing art to life sounds like a dream come true, doesn’t it? [Read about my artistic journey] What would happen if the characters on my canvases sprang to life and voiced their thoughts on my artistic process? That’s exactly what I was wondering.
When I decided to bring my paintings to life for an interview, I thought it would be a fun, creative experiment. With the help of artificial intelligence and with a bit of digital magic, my creations were given the gift of speech. Little did I know, they had been waiting for this moment to air their grievances!
From humorous complaints to surprising critiques, my art had a lot more to say than I expected. Have a look yourself at what “Warrior I”, “Warrior II” and “Crush I” had to say.
The Interview Setup
Using a combination of digital animation techniques, creative scripting and a sprinkle of AI magic, I brought my paintings to life. This exciting artistic experiment aimed to blend AI with contemporary art and comedy in a unique and entertaining way. [Check out more of my AI projects]
Interview with "Warrior I"
As you can see, not all paintings worked perfectly with Runway. When the background and foreground in a piece are too similar, it struggles to identify the “human” or the “head” in the painting. This was especially noticeable during the experiment, as I was using an early version (2023) of Runway’s Lip Sync tool.
Interview with "Warrior II"
FAQ
What inspired you to interview your paintings?
I wanted to create a fun, engaging project that blended art and humor. The idea of bringing my paintings to life and giving them a voice was too intriguing to pass up. Additionally, I wanted to experiment with Runway and test out a few concepts.
How did you bring your paintings to life?
I used Runway’s Lip Sync Video tool, made some adjustments with Photoshop and After Effects, and wrote the script myself to make it appear as if my paintings were talking.
Did you expect your paintings to have so many complaints?
Not at all! It was a complete surprise, and that’s what made the project so fun and unique.
What’s next for your artistic experiments?
I’m always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of my creativity. I might do some more portrait interviews.
Is the painting for sale related to the interview project?
Yes, the painting for sale is part of the same collection and carries the essence of the project’s playful and unique spirit.