Creating AI Generated Images

 3  hours online   Saturday,  July 22nd • 2023  

10AM PDT • 1pm EDT   $125

                               

Join us on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023 at 10am PDT for a transformative journey into the world of AI-enhanced photography. This course is designed to guide you through the latest advancements in AI technology and show you how to create visually stunning, one-of-a-kind images from scratch using various prompts, as well as integrating your own photography.

We’ll guide you through using some of the best software, Discord and Midjourney,  along with helpful tips and tricks, ensuring that you’re well-equipped to apply these techniques post-course. Along with going over Chat GPT with AI images we will also delve into the new AI capabilities incorporated into Adobe Photoshop, which many are saying is the most significant upgrade in the software’s history.  

Embark on this exciting adventure into uncharted territory, where creativity is boundless. By the end of the course, you’ll have the ability to create your own unique masterpieces with the assistance of AI technology. Embrace the future of photography and discover the endless possibilities that lie ahead.

The Software Essentials

Our primary focus will be on exploring the utilities of two critical software tools – Midjourney and Discord, your primary tools for crafting stunning AI-generated artwork. These platforms are considered some of the best in today’s AI image creation realm, and we’ll guide you through the process of installing and setting them up.

We’ll walk you through creating an account for yourself, and also help you add any additional users to your account if needed.

A word of caution – using this software can become quite addictive! The creative potential it offers is virtually limitless, which often leads to late-night brainstorming and creation sessions. If you can visualize it, if you can dream it, you can indeed bring it to life.

Throughout the course, I’ll provide comprehensive instructions and tips to get you started and help you navigate the software effectively. Once installed and understood, these tools are remarkably user-friendly, and you’ll quickly grasp why AI technology has been creating such a buzz. 

While some people may express skepticism about this technological advancement, for photographers, it’s comparable to stepping into the magical land of Oz. So prepare yourself for an exhilarating journey down the Yellow Brick Road of AI-enhanced photography.

Mastering the art of Prompts

In this course, we’ll delve into the crucial terminology needed to generate your AI artwork. Think of these terms as keywords – the more adept you become at using them, the more mesmerizing and lifelike your artwork will appear. You’ll acquire a comprehensive understanding of key phrases, photographic terms, and a wide array of keywords, each capable of generating unique images.

The creative potential is immense, whether you’re interested in producing digital paintings, enhancing photographs, working on a specific image, or even merging various images. As AI technology continues to advance, gaining a solid understanding now will put you in an advantageous position for the future of AI-assisted image creation.

We will also use the natural language processing tool, Chat GPT, that is driven by AI technology, to help with image prompts which can help immensely in creating your vision.

Additionally, you’ll learn how to draw inspiration from existing images and use that to create unique art that echoes your personal vision. The creations you produce are entirely your own, limited only by your imagination. 

Harnessing AI in Photoshop!

Photoshop recently received its most significant upgrade in history, integrating AI technology into various facets of this powerful software. The results are truly awe-inspiring! In this course, we’ll explore why this transformative upgrade is a game-changer for all creatives!

We’ll delve into innovative features like the new ‘Remove’ tool that’s astonishingly effective and the much-appreciated ‘Denoise’ slider in Raw, both demonstrating how Photoshop is truly revolutionizing the field of post processing. However, the real game-changer lies in the ‘Generative Fill’ function, now powered by AI technology – the capabilities of this tool are simply astounding!

 

Lots to Learn…    including using Chat GPT!

Throughout the course, we’ll share numerous tips and tricks for utilizing this AI-integrated software within Photoshop. You’ll understand why experts hail this as the greatest upgrade in the software’s history!

Essentially, the course is split into two segments: utilizing AI software to design and produce your unique masterpieces, and leveraging Photoshop’s newly integrated AI technology on any kind of imagery. We will also go over using Chat GPT in the the creation of your AI Imagery and how much this can help in many aspects of your images. This is pretty amazing stuff to see!

  Join the class!

1. Once you have signed up, I’ll email you a link for the GoToMeeting online screen sharing session along with the time to sign in for the class on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023. You can check into the class around 10-15 minutes early before the 10AM  PDT / 1PM EST start time.

2. This comprehensive workshop will dive into the realm of AI image creation, covering necessary software, prompt creation, navigation techniques, and using Photoshop to enhance the resolution and appearance of your AI-generated image. Additionally, we’ll explore the newly integrated AI in Photoshop and discuss why it’s such a game-changer. Prepare for an action-packed online learning experience!

3. The online class will run approx. 3  hours but may go a little longer if needed.

4. This class is interactive with the audio always turned on to allow students to ask questions anytime.

5. After the class, you will receive a link to the recorded video of the AI class. You can watch the class again at anytime online for up to one year or download the video file to keep forever.

6.  *Please note that this intensive workshop requires a basic understanding of Photography and Photoshop. Familiarity with some tools and Photoshop basics will greatly aid your learning experience throughout the workshop.

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