AI's Disgust: A Look at Facial Expressions in Generated Images with Imagen-v2
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Facial expressions are a powerful tool for conveying emotions in visual media. Disgust, in particular, is a complex emotion that can be challenging to portray accurately. This article explores the ability of AI models to generate images that effectively capture disgust through facial expressions. We’ll examine how well these models understand the scene, camera position, and aesthetic elements associated with this emotion. By analyzing the results, we can gain insights into the strengths and limitations of AI in generating realistic and emotionally evocative images.
Created with: imagen-v2
Shadowed Threat: A Man in a Hoodie Lurks in a Gritty Alley
A hooded figure stands in a dark, graffiti-covered alley, his expression hinting at danger. The atmosphere is thick with tension, suggesting a sinister event is about to unfold. The image evokes a sense of suspense and unease, leaving the viewer wondering what lies ahead.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Despair and alienation ; A lone figure, hunched over in a dimly lit alleyway; eye-level; Single Person; overflowing trash bins and graffiti-covered walls; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A man in a hooded jacket is looking menacingly at the camera, he is standing in a dark alley with graffiti on the walls.
Aesthetic Score : 0.6
Mood : intense, gritty, threatening
Quality
Entropy : 6.82
Noise : 99
Prompt Clip Score : 0.26
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.10
Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, particularly in the shadows. There is also some blurring around the edges of the man’s face.
Caught in the Crosshairs: A Man’s Fearful Gaze Amidst Abstract Chaos
A man, shrouded in mystery, stares directly at the viewer with a look of sheer terror. His trench coat and hat add to the sense of intrigue, while the blurred abstract background creates an atmosphere of suspense and uncertainty. The image is a powerful testament to the raw emotion of fear, leaving the viewer questioning what lies ahead.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Horror and disgust ; A seasoned detective, his face etched with disgust, stares at a vandalized masterpiece in a museum; eye-level; Detective; a chaotic scene with paint splattered across the canvas and broken glass on the floor.; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A man in a fedora and coat stares with a look of fear and surprise. He is standing in front of a canvas covered in vibrant abstract paint.
Aesthetic Score : 0.5
Mood : fear, surprise, tension
Quality
Entropy : 6.83
Noise : 73
Prompt Clip Score : 0.27
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : The texture of the skin and the wrinkles on the man’s face appear slightly artificial and over-processed. The colors are vivid but slightly saturated, creating a somewhat unnatural feel.
The Weight of a Dirty Plate: A Moment of Regret
A woman stares at a dirty plate in a messy kitchen, her expression reflecting a heavy sense of sadness and disappointment. The scene evokes a feeling of gloom, hinting at a past mistake or a lost opportunity.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Disappointment and disgust ; A young woman, her face pale and wrinkled, as she stares at a plate of spoiled food; eye-level; Normal Person; a cluttered kitchen with dirty dishes and a overflowing trash can; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A woman with a disappointed expression looks down at an empty plate. The kitchen is cluttered and messy in the background.
Aesthetic Score : 0.4
Mood : sad, disappointed, messy
Quality
Entropy : 6.76
Noise : 87
Prompt Clip Score : 0.33
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.20
Image errors : The image is slightly overexposed, especially in the background. There are also some artifacts around the edges of the image and a slight blur on the subject.
Caught in the Crossfire: A Man’s Face Frozen in Terror
A close-up shot bathed in contrasting blue and red light reveals a man’s face contorted in shock. His wide eyes and open mouth speak volumes of the intense, dramatic moment he’s caught in. The scene is charged with suspense, leaving the viewer wondering what has transpired.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Unease and disgust ; A gamer, their eyes wide with disgust, as they witness a grotesque scene in a virtual reality game; eye-level; Gamer; a brightly lit gaming room with multiple monitors and controllers; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A close-up portrait of a young man wearing headphones, looking startled, with a red and blue lighting effect. The background is blurry and out of focus.
Aesthetic Score : 0.6
Mood : intense, dramatic, anxious
Quality
Entropy : 6.39
Noise : 74
Prompt Clip Score : 0.23
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : The image is slightly blurry and the subject’s skin appears to be overly smooth. The lighting is also somewhat artificial.
Disgust and Despair Amidst the Rubble
A man stands amidst a pile of garbage, his face contorted in disgust. The grim scene evokes feelings of despair and unease, highlighting the harsh realities of a world overwhelmed by waste.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Repulsion and disgust ; A man, his face contorted in disgust, as he walks past a pile of rotting garbage; eye-level; Single Person; a dirty and neglected street with overflowing trash cans; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A man with a disgusted expression stands in front of a pile of garbage.
Aesthetic Score : 0.2
Mood : distressed, unpleasant, repulsive
Quality
Entropy : 6.85
Noise : 89
Prompt Clip Score : 0.31
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.20
Image errors : The image appears to be slightly overexposed and the man’s skin tone is unnatural.
Hero’s Fury: A Shadow Looms
A close-up shot captures the raw anger of a Superman-like figure, his face contorted in a menacing grimace. The dramatic lighting and shadowy figure in the background heighten the sense of impending danger, leaving the viewer on the edge of their seat.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Anger and disgust ; A superhero, their face etched with disgust, as they confront a villain who has committed a heinous act; eye-level; Hero; a dark and smoky cityscape with a towering villainous figure; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A close-up portrait of a man with an intense, angry expression. The man is wearing a superhero costume. He is in the foreground, and a figure in the background is slightly out of focus. The background appears to be a blurry, dimly lit cityscape.
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : intense, dramatic, menacing
Quality
Entropy : 6.76
Noise : 49
Prompt Clip Score : 0.24
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.90
Image errors : The lighting is a bit uneven, and there are some artifacts in the image. There is some visible aliasing/jaggedness in the hair and the figure in the background.
Chaos in the Kitchen: A Family’s Moment of Crisis
A tense and chaotic scene unfolds in a messy kitchen. A woman screams in the background, while two others react in shock and fear. Dirty dishes and food debris litter the floor, hinting at a sudden and unexpected event. The scene captures a moment of intense distress and urgency.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Horror and disgust ; A family, their faces twisted in disgust, as they discover a dead rat in their kitchen; eye-level; Normal People; a cluttered and messy kitchen with dirty dishes and a overflowing trash can; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A messy kitchen with three people, two women and one young boy, in various states of shock or distress, dishes scattered on the floor
Aesthetic Score : 0.5
Mood : tense, chaotic, alarmed
Quality
Entropy : 6.71
Noise : 96
Prompt Clip Score : 0.29
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, particularly in the textures of the clothing and the walls. The overall painting style makes it somewhat artificial, particularly the faces.
Terrified Gaze: A Close-Up of Fear
A haunting image captures the raw terror in a young man’s eyes. The close-up shot and dramatic lighting create an unsettling atmosphere, leaving the viewer feeling uneasy and disturbed.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Fear and disgust ; A gamer, their face pale and sweaty, as they witness a disturbing scene in a horror game; eye-level; Gamer; a dimly lit gaming room with a flickering monitor and a dark, ominous atmosphere; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : Close-up portrait of a young man with red eyes and a distressed expression. The image has a dark and moody atmosphere.
Aesthetic Score : 0.6
Mood : dark, suspenseful, eerie
Quality
Entropy : 6.30
Noise : 71
Prompt Clip Score : 0.23
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : The image shows signs of digital manipulation, particularly around the eyes and the skin. There are also some artifacts in the background.
The Horror on the Plate: A Woman’s Face of Disgust
A chilling image captures the moment a woman confronts her worst nightmare - a cockroach on her plate. Her expression of fear and disgust is palpable, creating a powerful visual that evokes a sense of revulsion and anxiety.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Revulsion and disgust ; A woman, her face contorted in disgust, as she discovers a cockroach in her food; eye-level; Single Person; a brightly lit restaurant with a table full of food and a cockroach crawling on a plate; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A woman is sitting at a table with a cockroach on a plate in front of her. She looks disgusted.
Aesthetic Score : 0.2
Mood : disgust, fear, unease
Quality
Entropy : 6.74
Noise : 99
Prompt Clip Score : 0.31
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.10
Image errors : There is some noise in the image, particularly in the woman’s hair. The image is also a little bit blurry.
Anger in Her Eyes: A Close-Up Portrait of Raw Emotion
A woman’s face, captured in a dimly lit room, reveals a torrent of anger. Her intense gaze and dramatic expression create a powerful sense of tension, leaving the viewer captivated by the raw emotion on display.
Prompt
facial-expressions Disgust: Disdain and disgust ; A hero, their face hardened with disgust, as they confront a corrupt politician; eye-level; Hero; a grand, opulent office with a powerful politician sitting behind a large desk; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A woman with dark hair and a green jacket is looking intensely at the camera, her face is contorted with anger, she is in a luxurious interior, a chandelier in the background.
Aesthetic Score : 0.4
Mood : intense, angry, dramatic
Quality
Entropy : 6.34
Noise : 82
Prompt Clip Score : 0.24
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.20
Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, particularly in the hair and the background, the image is slightly over-sharpened.
Conclusion
The results show that the generative AI model performed well in understanding the scene and camera position, but struggled with the aesthetic aspect. Here’s a breakdown:
- Camera Position: The model scored 0.33, which is below average. This suggests that the model didn’t accurately capture the intended camera position described in the prompt.
- Shot Analysis: The model scored 0.6, which is considered good. This indicates that the model was able to understand the scene and create a shot that was relatively close to what was described in the prompt.
- Aesthetic Analysis: The model scored 0.22, which is considered very good. This means that the generated image’s aesthetic closely matched the expected aesthetic described in the prompt.
Overall, the model demonstrated a good understanding of the scene and shot composition, but struggled with accurately capturing the intended camera position. The aesthetic of the generated image was very close to the expected aesthetic.
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