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Apr 2024
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449 - Olivio Serikas - Your Guide To AI ...

Emmy Award Winner | Speaker | Mentor | Visual Effects Expert
About this episode

In this episode of the podcast, Allan McKay sits down with Olivio Sarikas, a renowned AI expert and YouTuber, to dive deep into the world of AI image generation. Olivio shares his extensive knowledge and experience working with various AI tools, providing valuable insights for both beginners and advanced users. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, from getting started with AI image generation to exploring the latest advancements in the field. Olivio offers practical advice on navigating the learning curve, finding the right tools, and unleashing your creativity with AI. He also discusses the potential career opportunities in the AI industry and shares his thoughts on the future of AI in art and media production. Whether you're an artist, a content creator, or simply curious about AI, this episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiring ideas to help you stay ahead of the curve.

Key Takeaways:

  1. AI image generation tools offer a wide range of possibilities for artists, content creators, and businesses.
  2. Experimenting with different AI tools and techniques can help you find your unique style and unleash your creativity.
  3. Joining AI communities on Discord and Reddit is a great way to learn, get support, and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements.
  4. Custom training models and datasets can open up new opportunities for creating specific styles and assets.
  5. Embracing the fluidity and randomness of AI can lead to unexpected and inspiring results.
  6. AI is becoming an essential tool in various industries, and developing AI skills can enhance your employability and career prospects.

 

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Mentioned Tools, Websites, and Resources:

  • Midjourney
  • Stable Diffusion
  • DALL-E
  • Krita
  • ControlNet
  • Automatic1111
  • ComfyUI
  • InvokeAI
  • OpenArt
  • Civitai
  • Hugging Face
  • GitHub
  • DreamShaper
  • Juggernaut
  • Chilloutmix
  • RealViz
  • RevAnimated
  • Patreon

 

 

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