Leveraging ChatGPT and Tidio for building a Chatbot One of the most best aspects of working with AI tools like ChatGPT is the ability to process and analyze datasets to extract meaningful insights. This week’s project involved analyzing a dataset from specific Shopify stores, focusing on product details, links to products, product category, (T-shirt, hat,…
Embellishment Pricing Matrix: Simplifying Complex Quotes I developed an AI Python-based pricing calculator for screen printing—an Embellishment Pricing Matrix —to give businesses a solution that works seamlessly and is flexible enough to handle complex scenarios. I did this same project over a year ago using AI and wanted to try it again. My new calculator/matrix…
Creating a Multicolor Illustrator Script for Separations In last week’s blog, we looked at a simple one-color Illustrator script that helps streamline the separation process for screen printing. Let’s take things up a notch with Multicolor Illustrator Script for Separations. This tool automates the critical steps of preparing designs for screen printing, ensuring consistency, saving…
I have followed The Trend Machine in Long Beach, CA and have seen their innovative work on Instagram but in person I got to see an impressive operation. You get to pick two out of three in a business: fast turn, great quality, and price. Trend Machine gets their price because they deliver in spades…
One of MY most frequently asked questions is about Seps with AI. Honestly, I have been working on some great stuff, but a lot of it was a flying contraption that only I could fly. So, I have decided to go back to basics and made a one-color Illustrator SEP script. Multi-color next. One of…
Generative AI Tools: My Go-To Platforms for Generative AI Artwork I get asked quite often which Generative AI platforms to add to my art department or workflows. AI Ethics and potential issues aside, I wanted to answer the question. I’ve had the chance to work with a variety of Generative AI tools, each offering unique…
Gildan just donated $200,000 worth of garments to Fire Aid, a concert and organization for the benefit of fire victims in California and to work long term to prevent future fires. Sales of the garments at the sold out concerts add to the fund. If you want to make a donation y0urself to help fire…
ChatGPT and CSV Files: Why LLMs Struggle with Structured Data If you’ve tried using ChatGPT to create or read CSV files, you may have encountered some frustrations. While large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT are incredibly powerful for generating text and handling natural language, they have limitations when it comes to working with structured data…
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,…
I recently visited Chromaline in Duluth, Minnesota. Icy cold must make people smart and super nice because folks there are. I was allowed however to see a demo of their Hydrokon Water Transfer Film. I love our industry, no matter how long you are in it and how far you range, you always find something…
