#artgenerator

Every single one of these photos were created using an AI system that “creates realistic images/art from a description in a natural language.” 

Last night was the first time trying it for myself after hearing about it from friends/online and avoiding it for weeks (if not months.) I know there is a lot of negative things to say, think, and feel about using AI to create art like 3D renders, cartoons, and poetry even; but hear me out 🥴 

My initial feelings when hearing about Open AI Dall-E was fear (obvs) but also curiousity. “HOW TF???” 🤯

I don’t know enough about the technology yet to understand how these images are generated but after using it to create a couple batches of images from just written descriptions of what I want, I’m ready to learn more. 

I chose to try this system out at a coincidental (I think not) moment in my creative journey. I’m currently developing animated series concepts with the intention to pitch them to larger studios. As soon as I tried to create a “3D render of a kawaii pastel punk girl with a “Lucky” face tattoo” using Dall-E, I squealed with uncontainable excitement realizing I could use this to help with character design, story conceptualizing/developing, and creating pitch deck materials.

This could usually be a daunting task especially for anyone creating a show/movie who isn’t also an illustrator/designer. Using AI technology as a tool for this conceptual phase in the writing process can save time, money, and energy for creators. All we need to do to generate images for this purpose is describe the character we want to see (e.g. expression, style, personality) and in what environment and lighting! Apparently you can get really specific with your descriptions. 

AI would not necessarily take the place of traditional character designers either. Again, it could be another tool to help guide them and the rest of the creative team in the same direction. It’s like using a mood board on Pinterest or Google Slides but with more customized images. 

Don’t knock it til you try it! You get a couple generated images free a month using an account on Open AI Dall E  *not sponsored*

Have fun! I definitely did haha 

Feel free to share your experiences ~ 

Xoxo,