The Secret Weapon for Unconventional Mood Boards
As portrait photographers, we often find ourselves on the hunt for inspiration. Sometimes, the perfect image to encapsulate our vision is elusive, leaving us feeling creatively blocked. Enter AI, the digital alchemist capable of transforming abstract ideas into visual gold.
This isn't something new, I've used AI to create Mood Boards before, I am never looking to copy AI as such or claim the AI image is a finished product, but it sure can inspire a whole team, when they can see exactly what your vision is, especially when you just can't anything remotely similar out there.
The Queen of Junk
Why AI is a Game-Changer for Mood Boards
Breaking Free from the Familiar: AI can generate images that defy conventional search results, pushing the boundaries of your imagination.
Visualizing the Unseen: Have a concept in mind but struggling to find reference images? AI can help you visualize your abstract ideas.
Overcoming Creative Blocks: When inspiration dwindles, AI can spark new ideas and perspectives.
Speeding Up the Process: Generating multiple mood board options is faster with AI than traditional methods.
How to Use AI for Mood Board Creation
Define Your Vision: Clearly articulate the mood, atmosphere, or style you want to achieve.
Experiment with Prompts: Use detailed prompts to guide AI image generation. For example, “The queen of junk, dressed in boho grungey rags, with a gold crown, photo-realistic”
Refine and Iterate: AI-generated images are a starting point. Refine your prompts and experiment with different AI tools to find the perfect match.
Combine and Curate: Use a mix of AI-generated images and traditional stock photos to create a diverse and inspiring mood board. The fact that the faces don’t always look real, doesn’t bother me, as I am not using these as the final work, I will be using a real model. Even the colours within an AI image do not always appear in my final images.
Tips for Effective AI Mood Board Creation
Be Specific: The more detailed your prompts, the better the results.
Experiment with Different AI Tools: Each AI tool has its strengths. Try multiple options to find the best fit.
Don’t Rely Solely on AI: Use AI as a starting point, but add your personal touch to create a unique mood board.
Consider Copyright: Be mindful of copyright laws when using AI-generated images.
By harnessing the power of AI, you can unlock a world of creative possibilities for your portrait photography. Embrace this innovative tool to elevate your mood boards and bring your vision to life. So how did we do? I think they look fabulous and so creatively different.
Model – Andrea Gardiner / Hair & Makeup – Hary May
