Screenshot fromCara

Social media is a wonderful way for creatives to get their creations out to a wider audience.

From DeviantArt and Behance to Instagram and TikTok, there’s a long history of art online.

That’s whereCaracomes in.

Art on Cara social media app

Screenshot fromCara

The artist-run platform has exploded over the last week, jumping from 40,000 to 650,000 users.

So why is Cara seeing such high sign-up numbers?

Cara has become a safe haven for these artists and has actually taken a firm stance against AI.

Cara Social Media Platform for Artists

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As an added layer of security, the platform also allows artists to incorporateanti-AI pixelslike Glaze into their uploads.

Another popular pixel, Nightshade, will also be included when made available.

For artists, its a part of ourselves and our identity.

Urban sketcher in Cara

Screenshot fromCara/Albert Kiefer

I would not want my best friend to make a manipulation of my work without asking me.

And while you’re at it, followMyModernMet.