Realizing Client's Ambitions with Artificial Intelligence
In the world of photography, the introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionised the traditional editing process, automating complex and time-consuming tasks, and making advanced editing tools more accessible to a broader range of users. This transformation is particularly evident in the work of Felicia Kieselhorst, a renowned photographer and the Digital Photography Department Head, who recently collaborated with Audrey Broyles Calvo on a project called "Mystery of the Mother," honouring the artwork of Niki Broyles.
Felicia's journey with AI began in 2013 when she approached Felicia for professional photography services. However, Felicia encountered limitations in both Lightroom and Photoshop while using AI. Despite these challenges, AI acted as a powerful assistant, handling tedious processes like retouching and background removal quickly and consistently, enabling Felicia to focus more on composition and artistry.
One of the key benefits Felicia experienced was the significant time savings AI provided. For instance, in the case of the "Mystery of the Mother" project, the use of AI saved Felicia time compared to manually generating missing frame parts. The software took care of building the frames themselves, providing three options for Felicia to choose from.
The finished images from the project will be incorporated into further print and online collections, showcasing the artwork of Niki Broyles. AI likely influenced Felicia's work by providing tools that facilitated novel artistic expressions and streamlined complex editing challenges. While specific details on her use of AI are not explicitly stated, the general trends suggest that photographers like Kieselhorst benefit from AI’s capabilities to experiment with style transfers, generate unique conceptual images, and refine visuals with precision.
Felicia advises getting client consent if using AI for client work, as she did with Audrey Broyles. She also encourages students who want to use AI in their photography work to stay current, play with the technology, and keep informed of news, discussions, and controversies around it.
In the future, Felicia sees AI as a valuable tool, particularly in straightforward e-commerce photography and Culling (in external programs) and Local Editing in Lightroom. However, she also believes that AI may weed out less skilled photographers. Those who are good at business, please their clients, and deliver superior results will still find work.
For more information about Niki Broyles' artwork, visit the Mystery of the Mother website. For more perspectives on creative uses of AI, read What Photoshop's new AI Tools Mean for the Creative Community. For information on online digital photography degree and certificate programs, visit the photography majors page.
Felicia Kieselhorst, in her collaboration with Audrey Broyles Calvo on the "Mystery of the Mother" project, utilized artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline complex editing challenges and facilitate novel artistic expressions. AI acted as a powerful assistant for Felicia, handling tedious tasks and providing tools for style transfers, generating unique conceptual images, and refining visuals with precision.
