Karla Ortiz
@kortizart.bsky.social
Karla is a Puerto Rican artist who loves to paint and draw. Karla works on Films (MCU, ILM,HBO), Games, TV, Covers, Fine art, etc. She is also a passionate advocate for better artist industries+ rights. Opinions are her own. ✌️
www.karlaortizart.com
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Karla Ortiz
@kortizart.bsky.social
· Oct 18
Let’s do this Bluesky!
Hi, I’m Karla Ortiz! I’m an artist in San Francisco. I work in films, games, MtG, books, fine art, and so on!
In my free time I advocate for artists livelihoods and rights. I’m also a plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against GenAi companies (Andersen v Stability).
Hi 👋
Hi, I’m Karla Ortiz! I’m an artist in San Francisco. I work in films, games, MtG, books, fine art, and so on!
In my free time I advocate for artists livelihoods and rights. I’m also a plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against GenAi companies (Andersen v Stability).
Hi 👋
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talkin' about the AI bubble
November 20, 2025 at 6:56 PM
talkin' about the AI bubble
Late, but I wanted to jump in on this trend. While I love Fieren, I am deeply inspired by how brave this person was! They went for the hard thing, were curious, made us all rejoice and draw together!
It makes me so happy to see folks gain that artistic curiosity!
So go forth! Rooting for you! 💖
It makes me so happy to see folks gain that artistic curiosity!
So go forth! Rooting for you! 💖
November 21, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Late, but I wanted to jump in on this trend. While I love Fieren, I am deeply inspired by how brave this person was! They went for the hard thing, were curious, made us all rejoice and draw together!
It makes me so happy to see folks gain that artistic curiosity!
So go forth! Rooting for you! 💖
It makes me so happy to see folks gain that artistic curiosity!
So go forth! Rooting for you! 💖
Zach has done a great job bringing a lot of resources, sample scripts, etc on how to call your senators AND representatives to urge them to vote NO on the AI moratorium in the NDAA!
Check em out!
Btw I thought at first, it was only Senators we needed to call. Please call your representatives too!
Check em out!
Btw I thought at first, it was only Senators we needed to call. Please call your representatives too!
Like some kind of zombie cockroach, THE BAN ON STATE AI REGULATIONS IS BACK FROM THE DEAD!! 🪦
Please call your senators and rep NOW and tell them no state AI regulation ban!! A cheat sheet of who to call, scripts of what to say here: tinyurl.com/msa69nkv
Please call your senators and rep NOW and tell them no state AI regulation ban!! A cheat sheet of who to call, scripts of what to say here: tinyurl.com/msa69nkv
November 19, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Zach has done a great job bringing a lot of resources, sample scripts, etc on how to call your senators AND representatives to urge them to vote NO on the AI moratorium in the NDAA!
Check em out!
Btw I thought at first, it was only Senators we needed to call. Please call your representatives too!
Check em out!
Btw I thought at first, it was only Senators we needed to call. Please call your representatives too!
🚨 Yet again Ted Cruz and Steve Scalise are trying to sneak in a moratorium on state GenAi legislation.
If passed states can no longer enact laws for transparency, child safety, privacy, environmental protection etc.
We got 3 days to stop this. Call now!
www.senate.gov/senators/sen...
If passed states can no longer enact laws for transparency, child safety, privacy, environmental protection etc.
We got 3 days to stop this. Call now!
www.senate.gov/senators/sen...
November 19, 2025 at 7:07 PM
🚨 Yet again Ted Cruz and Steve Scalise are trying to sneak in a moratorium on state GenAi legislation.
If passed states can no longer enact laws for transparency, child safety, privacy, environmental protection etc.
We got 3 days to stop this. Call now!
www.senate.gov/senators/sen...
If passed states can no longer enact laws for transparency, child safety, privacy, environmental protection etc.
We got 3 days to stop this. Call now!
www.senate.gov/senators/sen...
Guess it’s time to call the senators again, but ughhh can these jerks just…stop? 💀
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
Republicans are looking for a way to bring back the AI moratorium
Congress’ last attempt to pause state AI regulations failed.
www.theverge.com
November 19, 2025 at 9:42 AM
Guess it’s time to call the senators again, but ughhh can these jerks just…stop? 💀
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
www.theverge.com/policy/82365...
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NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
November 16, 2025 at 11:43 PM
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Frankenstein was the fuel I did not know I desperately needed. Inspiring, hopeful and loving of the many brilliant crafts that went to passionately make this movie.
A story teller’s dream.
@realgdt.bsky.social and crew have truly created a beautifully haunting and unforgettable film!
A story teller’s dream.
@realgdt.bsky.social and crew have truly created a beautifully haunting and unforgettable film!
a close up of a man 's face in a dark forest with trees in the background
Alt: a close up of a man 's face in a dark forest with trees in the background
media.tenor.com
November 16, 2025 at 10:44 PM
Frankenstein was the fuel I did not know I desperately needed. Inspiring, hopeful and loving of the many brilliant crafts that went to passionately make this movie.
A story teller’s dream.
@realgdt.bsky.social and crew have truly created a beautifully haunting and unforgettable film!
A story teller’s dream.
@realgdt.bsky.social and crew have truly created a beautifully haunting and unforgettable film!
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Glad to see Polygon cover the resistance of game developers to generative AI--and to be able to speak briefly to one of the greatest dangers of this entire thing.
Gen AI doubles down on making MORE SPACE for production issues that *already make games worse.*
www.polygon.com/arc-raiders-...
Gen AI doubles down on making MORE SPACE for production issues that *already make games worse.*
www.polygon.com/arc-raiders-...
November 12, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Glad to see Polygon cover the resistance of game developers to generative AI--and to be able to speak briefly to one of the greatest dangers of this entire thing.
Gen AI doubles down on making MORE SPACE for production issues that *already make games worse.*
www.polygon.com/arc-raiders-...
Gen AI doubles down on making MORE SPACE for production issues that *already make games worse.*
www.polygon.com/arc-raiders-...
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We don’t use generative AI at Strange Scaffold and I can confirm that a *lot* of other studios are not—whether indie or AAA.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm
automaton-media.com/en/news/its-...
automaton-media.com/en/news/its-...
“It’s important to assume every game company is now using AI.” Nexon CEO comments on role of human creativity as AI tools become the norm - AUTOMATON WEST
In an interview following the launch of ARC Raiders, the CEO of Embark Studios' parent company Nexon shares his views on AI.
automaton-media.com
November 12, 2025 at 3:25 AM
We don’t use generative AI at Strange Scaffold and I can confirm that a *lot* of other studios are not—whether indie or AAA.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
Get outta here with this normalization bullshit.
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Nuremburg trials is the moderate position
He said that the agents would throw food at them to eat. The agents threatened to withhold food for a week and to beat him up if he didn't sign deportation papers. He said he saw others refuse and get beaten/receive no food. He signed because he was afraid.
November 7, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Nuremburg trials is the moderate position
Feels good to let go and just draw late into the night.
Digital sketches mostly from memory and a lot of soulful songs to accompany it.
Digital sketches mostly from memory and a lot of soulful songs to accompany it.
November 9, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Feels good to let go and just draw late into the night.
Digital sketches mostly from memory and a lot of soulful songs to accompany it.
Digital sketches mostly from memory and a lot of soulful songs to accompany it.
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Birthday with an artbook, Eternals was released 4 years ago!
Concept art that helped create the stunning visuals were shared in Marvel Studios' Eternals: The Art of the Movie.
Credits below 👇
Concept art that helped create the stunning visuals were shared in Marvel Studios' Eternals: The Art of the Movie.
Credits below 👇
November 5, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Birthday with an artbook, Eternals was released 4 years ago!
Concept art that helped create the stunning visuals were shared in Marvel Studios' Eternals: The Art of the Movie.
Credits below 👇
Concept art that helped create the stunning visuals were shared in Marvel Studios' Eternals: The Art of the Movie.
Credits below 👇
The Mandani win has me hope scrolling for the first time in years ☺️
So stoked!
So stoked!
November 5, 2025 at 3:53 AM
The Mandani win has me hope scrolling for the first time in years ☺️
So stoked!
So stoked!
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Judge rules George R.R. Martin and other authors can sue OpenAI for copyright infringement
• Said ChatGPT generated 'Game of Thrones' content similar enough to infringe copyright
• OpenAI’s motion to dismiss was denied
• Said ChatGPT generated 'Game of Thrones' content similar enough to infringe copyright
• OpenAI’s motion to dismiss was denied
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Judge rules George R.R. Martin and other authors can sue OpenAI for copyright infringement
• Said ChatGPT generated 'Game of Thrones' content similar enough to infringe copyright
• OpenAI’s motion to dismiss was denied
• Said ChatGPT generated 'Game of Thrones' content similar enough to infringe copyright
• OpenAI’s motion to dismiss was denied
Still in awe at how amazing @lightboxexpo.com was!
Thank you LBX organizers, to founders @bobbychiu.bsky.social @jimdemonakos.bsky.social and attendees for making this one so special.
I came out with renewed energy, hope and inspired as all hell!!
Here was one of the highlights for me!
Thank you LBX organizers, to founders @bobbychiu.bsky.social @jimdemonakos.bsky.social and attendees for making this one so special.
I came out with renewed energy, hope and inspired as all hell!!
Here was one of the highlights for me!
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Slays At CAA Awards, Marvel Studios Also Scores Big
The Concept Art Association awards honor the artistic geniuses behind the year's most visually impactful media and games.
www.forbes.com
October 29, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Still in awe at how amazing @lightboxexpo.com was!
Thank you LBX organizers, to founders @bobbychiu.bsky.social @jimdemonakos.bsky.social and attendees for making this one so special.
I came out with renewed energy, hope and inspired as all hell!!
Here was one of the highlights for me!
Thank you LBX organizers, to founders @bobbychiu.bsky.social @jimdemonakos.bsky.social and attendees for making this one so special.
I came out with renewed energy, hope and inspired as all hell!!
Here was one of the highlights for me!
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TONIGHT: I’ll be at Book Passage in Corte Madera w/ the legend herself, @kortizart.bsky.social! ✊🏽 #TheInvisibleParade #diademuertos #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
October 28, 2025 at 3:13 PM
TONIGHT: I’ll be at Book Passage in Corte Madera w/ the legend herself, @kortizart.bsky.social! ✊🏽 #TheInvisibleParade #diademuertos #diadelosmuertos #dayofthedead
CANNOT wait to attend this event! The Invisible Parade is a stunning book with a deeply heartfelt story!
Do not miss this chance, it’ll be a lovely conversation celebrating an incredible book!
Do not miss this chance, it’ll be a lovely conversation celebrating an incredible book!
It’s #FestWeek & I’m honored to talk art, story & #TheInvisibleParade this Tuesday night w/ the legendary @kortizart.bsky.social! See you soon, #BayArea! Tickets include a 1st-edition hardcover of the book. ✊🏽 #DayOfTheDead www.bookpassage.com/event/john-p...
October 27, 2025 at 7:24 PM
CANNOT wait to attend this event! The Invisible Parade is a stunning book with a deeply heartfelt story!
Do not miss this chance, it’ll be a lovely conversation celebrating an incredible book!
Do not miss this chance, it’ll be a lovely conversation celebrating an incredible book!
Reposted by Karla Ortiz
It’s #FestWeek & I’m honored to talk art, story & #TheInvisibleParade this Tuesday night w/ the legendary @kortizart.bsky.social! See you soon, #BayArea! Tickets include a 1st-edition hardcover of the book. ✊🏽 #DayOfTheDead www.bookpassage.com/event/john-p...
October 26, 2025 at 11:33 PM
It’s #FestWeek & I’m honored to talk art, story & #TheInvisibleParade this Tuesday night w/ the legendary @kortizart.bsky.social! See you soon, #BayArea! Tickets include a 1st-edition hardcover of the book. ✊🏽 #DayOfTheDead www.bookpassage.com/event/john-p...
As promised, a recent painting!
“Roja”
Oils 16x9
You can still view this one in person (always looks so much better in person!) at @spoke-art.com NY!
spoke-art.com/blogs/news/1...
“Roja”
Oils 16x9
You can still view this one in person (always looks so much better in person!) at @spoke-art.com NY!
spoke-art.com/blogs/news/1...
October 24, 2025 at 1:16 AM
As promised, a recent painting!
“Roja”
Oils 16x9
You can still view this one in person (always looks so much better in person!) at @spoke-art.com NY!
spoke-art.com/blogs/news/1...
“Roja”
Oils 16x9
You can still view this one in person (always looks so much better in person!) at @spoke-art.com NY!
spoke-art.com/blogs/news/1...
Now for some @lightboxexpo.com updates!
Will you be attending this weekend? Want to say hello? Want to attend some fun chats? Want to draw with me? ☺️
Here’s my full weekend schedule of appearances and activities! Don’t be a stranger and come on by!!! 💖 #lbx2025 #lightboxexpo
Will you be attending this weekend? Want to say hello? Want to attend some fun chats? Want to draw with me? ☺️
Here’s my full weekend schedule of appearances and activities! Don’t be a stranger and come on by!!! 💖 #lbx2025 #lightboxexpo
October 23, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Now for some @lightboxexpo.com updates!
Will you be attending this weekend? Want to say hello? Want to attend some fun chats? Want to draw with me? ☺️
Here’s my full weekend schedule of appearances and activities! Don’t be a stranger and come on by!!! 💖 #lbx2025 #lightboxexpo
Will you be attending this weekend? Want to say hello? Want to attend some fun chats? Want to draw with me? ☺️
Here’s my full weekend schedule of appearances and activities! Don’t be a stranger and come on by!!! 💖 #lbx2025 #lightboxexpo
Today is a day of updates, of new paintings, of #LightboxExpo hype and schedules!
But we start with this important update concerning the pop up show Iain McCaig and myself, had hoped to do this year!
This note especially goes out to all the people who attended our panel on this last year:
But we start with this important update concerning the pop up show Iain McCaig and myself, had hoped to do this year!
This note especially goes out to all the people who attended our panel on this last year:
October 23, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Today is a day of updates, of new paintings, of #LightboxExpo hype and schedules!
But we start with this important update concerning the pop up show Iain McCaig and myself, had hoped to do this year!
This note especially goes out to all the people who attended our panel on this last year:
But we start with this important update concerning the pop up show Iain McCaig and myself, had hoped to do this year!
This note especially goes out to all the people who attended our panel on this last year:
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In social movement studies, we talk about how marches and protests expand the threshold of acceptable risk so that people take more and bigger social risks IN PUBLIC, EN MASSE. This is extremely important for the bourgeois white folks holding signs and building social rapport.
Not a shitpost: #NoKings is feel-good performative activism for comfortable mostly upper and upper middle class white folks and that’s good, actually. Millions of people in the streets protesting a fascist regime is good. It is good for the normie baseline to be massive displays of public dissent.
October 19, 2025 at 1:44 AM
In social movement studies, we talk about how marches and protests expand the threshold of acceptable risk so that people take more and bigger social risks IN PUBLIC, EN MASSE. This is extremely important for the bourgeois white folks holding signs and building social rapport.
Canadian friends, your government is seeking commentary on GenAi strategies and policies.
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
Help define the next chapter of Canada's AI leadership
Current status: Open from October 1 to October 31, 2025
Canada helped invent modern AI. To stay a leader—and protect our digital sovereignty—we're running a 30-day national sprint to shape a renew...
ised-isde.canada.ca
October 19, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Canadian friends, your government is seeking commentary on GenAi strategies and policies.
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
Please let them know exactly how you feel about GenAi, it’s impacts, and what next steps should be! Perhaps it’s respecting artists works, environmental considerations and so on! Share your thoughts here 👇
I saw this billboard in the city and was about to rage! Turns it, it’s frickin’ satire!
Tho in my defense, SF is so full of exhausting and equally ridiculous GenAi ads that for a second there I thought this was serious.
Also the art section on their site? 👩🍳 💋
Tho in my defense, SF is so full of exhausting and equally ridiculous GenAi ads that for a second there I thought this was serious.
Also the art section on their site? 👩🍳 💋
October 19, 2025 at 1:38 AM
I saw this billboard in the city and was about to rage! Turns it, it’s frickin’ satire!
Tho in my defense, SF is so full of exhausting and equally ridiculous GenAi ads that for a second there I thought this was serious.
Also the art section on their site? 👩🍳 💋
Tho in my defense, SF is so full of exhausting and equally ridiculous GenAi ads that for a second there I thought this was serious.
Also the art section on their site? 👩🍳 💋
Reposted by Karla Ortiz
CA governor Gavin Newsom vetoed both of the major AI bills on his desk that Silicon Valley meaningfully opposed—one making it illegal for bosses to use AI to fire workers with no oversight, one requiring chatbot sellers to ensure their products do not harm children before marketing to them.
Silicon Valley's capture of our political institutions is all but complete
The tech lobby kills off two key California AI bills, and why it matters. Plus: How Sam Altman played Hollywood with Sora 2, organized mass social media deletions, and more.
www.bloodinthemachine.com
October 16, 2025 at 10:46 PM
CA governor Gavin Newsom vetoed both of the major AI bills on his desk that Silicon Valley meaningfully opposed—one making it illegal for bosses to use AI to fire workers with no oversight, one requiring chatbot sellers to ensure their products do not harm children before marketing to them.