This Is What L.A. Landmarks Would Look Like Reimagined By Famous Artists Using AI

We used AI to depict iconic L.A. spots as a canvas for famous artists, and the results are surprisingly stunning!

Ashlyn Davis • November 23, 2022

Walt Disney Concert Hall covered with Yayoi Kusama style red dots — Image: Walt Disney Concert Hall as a canvas for Yayoi Kusama created in DALL·E by Ashlyn Davis

The art world has come a long way in recent years. NFTs became the buzzword of 2021, making us rethink and redefine what art is and what makes an artist. Now, AI (artificial intelligence) art has entered the picture with the launch of major open software platforms like Midjourney and DALL·E AI, putting creative expression in the hands of the masses. There are no longer technical barriers to digital creation, all you need is words and unbridled imagination. So, we couldn’t help but give it a whirl ourselves and reimagine L.A. landmarks through the lens of famous artists.

While the results are of course limited (along with the credits on the free account), you can produce stunning images by just entering descriptive words. Here are the best of our fun little experiment:

The Hollywood Sign As A Jeff Koons-Inspired Installation

Hollywood Sign reimagined in Jeff Koons' style — Image: Hollywood Sign reimagined in a Jeff Koons’ style

Okay, so like any art it’s not perfect and there are some glaring glitches to be addressed but we quite like the idea of a city with more art floating around.

The Walt Disney Concert Hall Covered In Yayoi Kusama’s Iconic Red Dots

AI Art L.A. landmarks Yayoi Kusama — Image: Walt Disney Concert Hall in a Yayoi Kusama technique using AI

AI art L.A. landmarks — Image: Walt Disney Concert Hall in a Yayoi Kusama technique using AI

Admittedly, the outcome of this imagination collaboration is quite pleasing.

Downtown Los Angeles With A Touch Of Takashi Murakami

DTLA as a canvas for Takashi Murakami created using AI — Image: DTLA with a Takashi Murakami-inspired installation created using AI

The Takashi Murakami exhibit at The Broad definitely inspired us and this AI Takashi Murakami-inspired installation makes us think we need more of his work on display in L.A. permanently.

If Van Gogh Painted Over Walt Disney Concert Hall

Perhaps all the immersive exhibits we’ve seen this year should be taken outside. After all, that is where most of the masters like Vincent Van Gogh spent his time painting.

Walt Disney Concert Hall As A Canvas For Matisse

AI's impression of Walt Disney Concert Hall painted by famous artist — Image: AI’s impression of Walt Disney Concert Hall painted by famous artist

Frank Ghery’s stunning swathes of stainless steel make for the perfect canvas. There’s is no denying the beauty of the shimmering panel system, but we quite like it with a touch of bold color.

Griffith Observatory In The Style Of Dali’s Melting Clocks

The Griffith Observatory is easily one of the most beautiful and flawless Art Deco landmarks in L.A. but it looks just as interesting with gold dripping down the sides.