Exploring Batch Generation with Ideogram: I explored the world of batch generation with Ideogram. I was tasked with creating several variations of a logo for a client who wanted some unique touches like textures, shattered effects, and glow-in-the-dark elements. This is the perfect opportunity to experiment with Ideogram’s batch generation tool. CREATING THE CSV First,…
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…
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…
Will AI replace your job tomorrow? Probably not, but someone who knows how to utilize AI tools could take your place by understanding how to work more productively and efficiently. Why not be that person yourself? If you haven’t yet started to wrap your head around AI, the time to start is now. We will…
There’s a lot to consider when designing for t-shirts. They fit on human bodies, which are not flat like the computer screens they are usually designed on. The shirts themselves aren’t perfectly straight either, before or after they come off the press. Learn what to do and what to avoid so you don’t end up…
We often struggle working with clients that want a generic human figure on their shirts without depicting one particular gender, race, or age. Often these attempts are well-intentioned but miss the mark or just plain look terrible. We just finished working with Farm Aid on the 2021 merch and designer Matthew Fleming had a great…
