Not Just Wall Art: 6 Unusual Ways Creators Are Using AI Images to Make Money

If you're tired of trying to sell yet another landscape print, this post is for you.

AI-generated art isn’t just about posters and decor anymore. Smart creators are repurposing their images into high-demand digital products—often in markets that are far less saturated and far more profitable. Here are six unexpected ways people are using AI images to make money online:

1. Journal Pages and Printable Covers

Etsy shoppers are constantly looking for unique journal designs—especially themed packs like moon phases, dream tracking, or self-reflection prompts. AI-generated borders, textures, and illustrations can turn simple pages into eye-catching bestsellers. Bonus: You can bundle the same artwork across multiple printable formats.

2. Stock Background Packs

Content creators, video editors, and designers are always hunting for high-res backgrounds. By creating cohesive packs (think: “dreamy tech backgrounds” or “vintage paper textures”), you can license your AI images for stock use or sell them as digital downloads on your own site.

3. Coloring Book Pages

Black-and-white line art is one of the easiest outputs for AI generators that support style control. Clean up the results in an editor, and you’ve got instant pages for adult coloring books, meditation aids, or kids’ activity printables.

4. Branding Kits for Influencers

Influencers want visuals that match their niche—boho, dark academia, vaporwave, etc. With AI, you can generate an entire vibe: custom patterns, icons, textures, and headers. Package them as branding kits for coaches, streamers, or lifestyle bloggers who want a polished presence.

5. YouTube Thumbnail Backgrounds

Thumbnails sell videos—but most creators aren’t designers. Offer them background packs they can drag and drop behind their text and face cutouts. Niche themes (retro, horror, kawaii) work especially well.

6. Social Media Asset Packs

Think beyond templates. AI-generated sticker sets, highlight covers, textured backdrops, and seasonal overlays are all sellable assets. Creators want to stand out—and fast, scroll-stopping visuals give them the edge.

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