Has Photoshop Gone Too Far with Generative Fill?

Introduction to Generative Fill in Photoshop

In this video, the speaker introduces a new feature in Photoshop called generative fill that uses AI to insert anything into photographs or expand borders and replace backgrounds. The speaker demonstrates how to use this feature and shares their thoughts on its potential impact on photography.

Using Generative Fill on a Headshot

• The speaker selects a headshot and uses the Marquee tool to select all of the white space.

• They then use generative fill without making any adjustments and are impressed with the results.

• The speaker flattens the image and compares it to the original, noting that it is difficult to tell which is which.

Using Generative Fill on a Dried Up Riverbed

• The speaker selects an image of a dried up riverbed and adds some feathering before using generative fill.

• They are once again impressed with the results, noting that it could be useful for creating horizontal images from vertical ones.

Using Generative Fill on Architectural Photography

• The speaker selects an aerial shot of New York City from a helicopter and expands both the bottom and left sides of the image using crop tool.

• Despite their initial skepticism, they are once again impressed with how well generative fill works even in such a complex image.

Conclusion

• The speaker concludes by mentioning ClickASnap, a new social media platform where users can get paid for their images based on views.

Introduction

In this section, the speaker introduces the topic of the video and provides a link for viewers to join.

Money Join Click a Snap

• The speaker invites viewers to click on a link provided in the description below the video.

Testing AI Image Editing Tools

In this section, the speaker tests out various AI image editing tools and discusses their capabilities.

Turning AI On and Off

• The speaker turns an AI tool on and off, noting that there are some artifacts when it is turned off.

• Different variations of the tool are available for use.

Limitations of AI Image Editing Tools

• The speaker notes that there are limitations to using AI image editing tools.

• Sharpness may not be perfect in all cases.

Restoring an Old Photograph

• The speaker demonstrates how quickly an old photograph can be restored using an AI tool.

• A glare is removed from the photo while keeping other elements looking normal.

• Various options are available for restoring photos.

Adding Objects to Photographs

• The speaker adds a boat into a photograph using an AI tool.

• Lighting conditions and masking are discussed.

Reproducing Fine Art with AI Tools

• An architectural photograph is used as an example of reproducing fine art with AI tools.

• Capabilities and limitations of these tools are discussed.

Conclusion

In this section, the speaker asks for help promoting their channel and concludes the video.

Asking for Help Promoting Channel

• The speaker asks viewers to help promote their channel by searching for it on YouTube and clicking on any videos that show up.

• Leaving comments also helps promote channels.

Adding a Weapon to an Image

In this section, the speaker discusses how he wants to add a weapon to an image of a table in order to make it look like pioneer women who are also murderers and on the run.

Adding a Pickaxe

• The speaker highlights the table and types in "antique rifle" but finds out that guns are not allowed.

• He decides to try adding a pickaxe instead, which looks cool and ambiguous enough to fit his vision.

• The speaker adds wooden garden tools on the left side of the image for more detail.

• Specific language is important when using AI to create art.

Testing Photoshop's Gun Detection

In this section, the speaker tests whether Photoshop can detect guns by adding one into an image.

Adding a Gun

• The speaker tries adding a gun into an image but finds out that Photoshop doesn't like guns.

• He then crops another photo and expands it before adding a gun back in with AI.

• Although there are some imperfections, it's still useful for expanding images or making something for Instagram.

Changing Backgrounds with AI

In this section, the speaker explores how AI can be used to change backgrounds in images.

Changing Backgrounds

• The speaker tries changing the background of an image from vertical to horizontal using AI.

• Although there are some weird elements such as strange flares and artifacting, it's still useful for graphic designers and e-commerce purposes.

• AI can also be used to add props or elements that were forgotten during shooting.

Thoughts on Photography with AI

In this section, the speaker discusses the impact of AI on photography and asks for feedback from photographers.

Impact of AI on Photography

• The speaker believes that AI will change the way we know photography, but it won't replace shooting reality.

• Photographers will need to adapt and use these tools to make their images stand out.

• The speaker invites feedback from photographers in the comments section.

Introduction to AI in Photography

In this section, the speaker introduces the topic of AI in photography and how it can challenge our understanding of the field.

Questioning Everything We Know

• The speaker mentions that they will wake up questioning everything they know about photography due to the introduction of AI.

• They thank someone for something related to the topic.