PostedonThursday, July 18, 2024
London-based director/music producer Emma Catnip just dropped her latest motion experiment, a short film/music video called Bloom she describes as part of her “ongoing exploration of how AI can complement human creativity in animation.”
Emma Catnip: “There’s a common misconception that AI animation is a simple, one-click process. Here are a few words on my experience creating Bloom where I hope to reveal a more intricate and human journey, blending technology with visual art.
“I choose to work with open-source tools like interface builder ComfyUI, allowing deeper engagement with the underlying code and nodes. While this approach can be challenging, it offers opportunities for customization that pre-packaged solutions might not.
“Throughout these projects, I find myself learning to work with both the capabilities and limitations of AI tools. It’s a process that requires patience, technical understanding, and a willingness to experiment and adapt.”
“Bloombegan as an experiment with AnimateDiff, exploring …