if you broaden the definition then think of graphic designers or concept artists, now thier job has been completely automated.
Sure, but will that have an effect on art? Most artists I know have day jobs completely unconnected to their art. Even the ones that draw stuff for a living don't consider that drawing their art. After spending all week working in the "drawing factory" they spend their weekends working on their 'real art'.
The only argument I can see is that fewer people will be willing to really learn the craft of drawing/illustration etc. if the chance of getting a day job doing that diminishes greatly.
Sure, but will that have an effect on art? Most artists I know have day jobs completely unconnected to their art. Even the ones that draw stuff for a living don't consider that drawing their art. After spending all week working in the "drawing factory" they spend their weekends working on their 'real art'.
The only argument I can see is that fewer people will be willing to really learn the craft of drawing/illustration etc. if the chance of getting a day job doing that diminishes greatly.