AI for Artists
Learn how to create your own AI Images using Stable Diffusion WebUI
Welcome to the world of
Generative AI
This workshop will help you get started with
the basics of AI based Image Generation
using the free, open-source tool :
Stable Diffusion
Your Wish
is my Command !
Learn how to use keywords, models,
styles and various different parameters
to generate images
A Picture Speaks
Thousand Words...
Not good with words ? Not a problem !
Guide your AI creations using
existing images as a starting point
Make it BIG !
Upscale your images to higher resolution
with crisp details and sharper textures
Just Blend it !
Reimagine your 3D scenes in Blender
using the AI Render addon
One Tool to Rule Them All !
- Text to Image
- Image to Image
- Upscaling
- Inpainting
- Outpainting
- Control Net
- and much more . . .
Workshop Structure
The workshop is conducted in two sessions :
Basics
- Installation and Setup
- Creating images using text prompts
- Working with Custom Models
- Reimagining images using image prompts
- Editing images using Inpainting
- Upscaling images to higher resolutions
Advanced
- Installing Extensions
- Extending images using Outpainting
- Automating using in-built Scripts
- Introduction to Control Net
- Advanced Upscaling using Control Net
- Blender Integration
The sessions will be conducted on two consecutive days, which will give you time to experiment for yourself and clear your doubts on the second day.
You can opt out of either session based on your requirements.
What you need . . .
Running AI models is unbelievably resource-intensive, which means no matter how expensive and powerful your PC is, it’s never going to be more than enough.
But for the purpose of this workshop, here’s a simplified checklist :
| Minimum Requirements | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|
| 4 GB Dedicated Graphics | 6 GB VRAM or more |
| 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM or more |
| 15 GB Free space | 50 GB Free space or more |
Book your Session !
If you are interested in attending the workshop, sign up here :
Join the WaitlistFAQ
Why Stable Diffusion?
There are many Generative AI tools to choose from. Here’s a quick comparison :
| Stable Diffusion | Dall E / Midjourney / Photoshop… |
|---|---|
| ✔ Free, Open Source | ✖ Paid, Closed source. |
| ✔ Works locally and online | ✖ Online only |
| ✔ Fully customizable | ✖ Restricted customization |
| ✔ Perpetual license, free forever | ✖ License and pricing may change |
| ✖ Complex setup and UI | ✔ Easy to setup and use |
| ✖ Requires powerful hardware | ✔ Accessible from any phone / PC |
None of them is perfect, and you must decide which one works best for you.
The purpose of this workshop is to help you get familiar with Generative AI, so you can work with any tool of your choice.
There are so many free online tutorials. Why should I pay you?
I hear you !
There are a ton of resources freely available online. Sebastian Kampf has an excellent tutorial series on how to get started with Stable Diffusion, while the blog on Stable Diffusion Art offers an in-depth explanation about how it works.
However, it might be challenging to figure everything out by yourself. Some artists find the installation guide too complicated to set up, a few others manage to get started but lack the conceptual understanding of how it works, while the rest find themselves in an ethical conflict holding them back.
The purpose of this workshop is to provide you a comprehensive guided experience of using Generative AI. By the end of the workshop, you will find yourself comfortable using Stable Diffusion and any AI tool of your choice. And we will also have an open discussion about the ethical implications surrounding the subject.
Will I learn how to use the latest version of Stable Diffusion ?
Not really.
In this workshop, we will use Stable Diffusion v1.5 and its derivative custom models.
Stable Diffusion XL, which is the latest official version, requires extremely powerful hardware. Also, it is a fine-tuned model, which makes it easier to work with, but not suitable for our purpose of understanding how to work with detailed prompts.
However, after this workshop, you will find it easy to work with any AI tool, including Stable Diffusion XL.
Can I train my own models ?
Unfortunately not.
Training an AI model is a complex topic which deserves a separate workshop of its own.
However, you can use the same tool to train your own models on your own.
What about the ethical concerns of using AI?
Good question…with no easy answers.
Let’s have an open discussion about this in the workshop itself.