Introduction to AI Art

Artificial Intelligence (AI) art is a growing field that leverages machine learning to generate unique and captivating artworks. AI art can also serve as a powerful tool for envisioning future career paths, especially for individuals like the girl you are mentoring who aspire to be lawyers. In this article, we explore the best apps and software for creating AI art, with a focus on Stable Diffusion and Imagine apps.

The Best Apps for AI Art Creation

Imagine Apps is a highly regarded platform available on the Play Store, and it has proven to be an excellent choice for generating AI art. It is user-friendly and offers a range of customization options. If you or your mentee have any previous experience with AI art, Imagine Apps is a great starting point. Here are a few examples of artwork that I have created using this app:

Creative AI Art: YouTube Video

While Imagine Apps is a good choice for beginners, it does have its limitations, especially when it comes to highly detailed and complex images.

Stable Diffusion: A More Advanced AI Art Solution

Stable Diffusion (SD) is a more advanced and powerful tool for creating AI art. It is a free, open-source software that can be run locally on your computer. SD is highly customizable and can generate high-quality images, making it ideal for complex projects and detailed portraits.

Hardware Requirements and Training

Running Stable Diffusion requires a powerful computer with sufficient hardware resources. Here’s a breakdown of the recommended requirements:

GPU (Graphics Processing Unit): Minimum of 12 GB video memory, preferably 24 GB or more Selfies: At least 10-20 high-quality selfies in different situations, backgrounds, and expressions Training Time: Several hours to train SD on the individual's features

If the backgrounds are too similar, other AI tools like REMBG can be used to crop out the background. It is generally better to have no background than a similar background to improve the accuracy of AI-generated images.

Training and Tutorials

While Stable Diffusion is powerful, it does require some effort and learning. Below are the steps and resources needed:

Install SD: Follow the official GitHub repository for installation instructions. Train LoRA: Use Automatic1111 for generating images and Kohya SS for training Lightly Trained Rank Adapters (LoRAs). Best Model: The best SD model is SDXL. Best Tutorials: Channels like “SECourses” offer comprehensive tutorials. You may need to adjust the tutorials if your hardware does not meet the requirements.

For instance, if you have an RTX 4090, you may be able to use the full LoRA rank of 256. However, if you have a lower-end GPU, you might need to reduce the LoRA rank to fit in the available video memory. I used the LoRA rank of 128 to fit in 16 GB of video memory.

Future Career Visualization

Using AI art to visualize future career paths can be a highly effective approach to help individuals like your mentee envision their future careers. By creating an AI-generated image of them as a lawyer, you can inspire and motivate them to pursue their goals with confidence.

Conclusion

Both Imagine Apps and Stable Diffusion offer unique opportunities for creating AI art. While Imagine Apps is user-friendly and easy to use, Stable Diffusion provides more advanced features and capabilities. Choose the right tool based on your needs and goals, and remember that creating high-quality AI art requires effort and learning. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, these tools can help you unlock new possibilities in the realm of AI art.