This year was all about digging into how artificial intelligence (AI) is shaking up the apparel industry. From creativity to ethics, we covered it all at The Ink Kitchen. Here’s a rundown of some of the takeaways from 2024, a Year of Exploration. Check out the links on things you might’ve missed or might be…
Buying an “AI” enabled computer? CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs: The Brains Behind Modern Tech Let’s break down CPU, GPU, and NPU. A CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the workhorse, handling general tasks like web browsing, document editing, and spreadsheets. Think of it as the brain for everyday operations. Fast, versatile, and essential—it’s the processor we’ve…
Automating Creativity: Hawaiian Shirts and Illustrator Scripts One of the things you can do with AI-powered tools like ChatGPT is scripting for design applications like Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop. Did you know a JavaScript wizard is built into these AI platforms? It’s surprisingly effective—after some trial and error. I started experimenting by asking ChatGPT to…
Regulations today A new Senate bill for creators to find out if their work was used to train AI, the Transparency and Responsibility for Artificial Intelligence Networks (TRAIN) Act. This act would enable copyright holders to subpoena training records of generative AI models if the holder can declare a “good faith belief” that their work…
We looked at an Ideogram upgrade a couple of weeks back, and I had to take another look because Gen AI Upgrades are coming Fast and Furious. This week we take a look at some new and some old, and some very very very old. RECRAFT Recraft is another generative art creator on my radar.…
The Firefly Initiative The Firefly training is pivotal in Adobe’s exploration of generative AI. Adobe’s Firefly models are supposed to be specifically designed for safe commercial use, relying on licensed content for training to ensure ethical and legal compliance. Opportunities for Creators For digital creators, the Firefly initiative is offering opportunities to monetize their skills.…
No matter where you fall on the AI Generative Art Spectrum, ignoring the new advancements is difficult. You will see them in your design tools if you’re a seasoned designer. Like the Content Credentials we explored a couple of weeks back. Or, if you are a new designer, I imagine you are inundated with these…
The 2028 Olympic logo design is innovative and different from what has come before. Olympic Organizers aimed to reflect the diverse identities of Los Angeles through the 2028 Olympic logo. They recognized that a singular theme could not encapsulate the city’s essence, leading to an “ever-changing” emblem that could adapt and evolve over time.…
Adobe released NEW Content Credentials as a “nutrition label” for digital content. This system offers users a comprehensive view of the content’s components and provides information about the creator, creation time and date, tools utilized, and subsequent edits. The strength of Content Credentials lies in their permanence. Through metadata and watermarking techniques, even if the…
This Ai assisted post is based on a Shop Talk with Michelle Moxley Hruby at Impressions Long Beach 2024. Embracing the AI Revolution Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept – it’s a reality that is transforming industries across the globe, including the garment industry. As the creator of the Fahrenheit AI series…
