SCIENTIFIC AND PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF INTEGRATING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES INTO VISUAL ARTS EDUCATION

This paper provides a scientific analysis of the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into the system of visual arts education, emphasizing their significance in developing the professional competencies of future visual arts teachers and improving the quality of modern pedagogical processes. The study examines the didactic potential of generative artificial intelligence platforms, their role in fostering visual thinking, and the priority directions for modernizing visual arts education in the context of digital transformation. It is argued that the integration of AI technologies into visual arts education not only enhances the creative competencies of prospective teachers but also serves as an innovative pedagogical factor for improving educational quality. Furthermore, the paper discusses the opportunities and challenges associated with implementing AI-based technologies in teacher education and highlights the importance of balancing technological innovation with pedagogical objectives