I’ve recently been diving into the world of AI art, and I have to say—it’s pretty exciting! There’s something fascinating about typing out a few words and watching AI turn them into art. As a fan of starry nights and stunning landscapes, I decided to see what Leonardo AI could create. I found myself playing around with different prompts and getting more and more amazed at how close AI can come to producing exactly what I have in mind.
Let me take you through my journey, sharing the images I generated at each stage.
The First Attempt: A Realistic Starry Night
I kicked things off with a simple idea—a starry night over some mountain backdrops. The prompt was straightforward enough, so I started with:
Prompt 1:
“Create a realistic starry night with mountains as backdrop.”
Result:
But, to be honest, the result wasn’t quite what I had in mind. Instead of a crisp, lifelike image, it ended up looking more like a stylized painting. The stars felt too dreamy, and the overall vibe wasn’t really close to photorealism. It was clear I needed to get a bit more specific to really capture what I was envisioning.
Getting It Right: Ladakh’s Starry Night
Determined to get the image just right, I decided to focus my prompt and get into the details. I thought Ladakh’s rugged mountains against a glowing night sky would be the perfect subject for a do-over:
Prompt 2:
“I want a photorealistic starry night image with the mountains of Ladakh in the backdrop. I don’t want constellations, rather a galaxy view. Make it like it’s a photo taken by a pro photographer.”
Result:
This time, it was exactly what I was after! The sky was rich with stars without being overwhelming, and the galaxy view made it all the more mesmerizing. The mountains of Ladakh were beautifully lit by moonlight, creating a surreal but totally realistic scene. It looked like something you’d find in a photography magazine, and I was absolutely thrilled with how it all came together.
Channeling Van Gogh in Prague
After recently visiting Prague, I wanted to try something totally different. Being a huge Van Gogh fan, I thought: why not see Prague through his eyes? So I gave the AI another shot, this time asking it to create something in a classic painterly style.
Prompt 3:
“Create a painting of Prague in the style of Van Gogh, with his swirling skies and vivid colors.”
Result:
And wow, the AI really delivered! It transformed the beautiful architecture of Prague into a vibrant, swirling masterpiece, as if Van Gogh himself had taken a trip there. The skies were animated with bold strokes, and the colors were just as vivid as I’d hoped. It was a perfect blend of Prague’s charm and Van Gogh’s iconic style.
AI Art: Enhancing Creativity, Not Replacing Artists
As I wrapped up my AI art adventures, I couldn’t help but think about the ongoing debate: will AI replace human artists? Personally, I don’t think so. Sure, the quality of AI-generated art is impressive, but it still lacks that emotional depth and personal touch that only a human can bring to their work. AI is great for quick results and can even spark new ideas, but it doesn’t quite match the creative spark or intent behind human-made art.
I see AI art as more of a creative assistant—a tool that makes art more accessible, even for those of us without traditional artistic skills (like me). It opens up new possibilities and approaches rather than limiting creativity.
For now, I’m excited to keep experimenting and see what this tech has to offer!
