AI's Disgust: A Look at Facial Expressions in Generated Images with Midjourney

Facial expressions are a powerful tool for conveying emotions in art and storytelling. They can evoke empathy, fear, and even disgust. In the realm of AI-generated images, capturing these nuanced expressions is a significant challenge. This blog post explores the results of an experiment that tested an AI model’s ability to generate images depicting disgust. We’ll examine how the model performed in understanding the scene context, camera position, and aesthetic style, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses. By analyzing these results, we gain valuable insights into the evolving capabilities of AI in replicating human emotions and creating compelling visual narratives.

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Lost in the Shadows: A Man’s Melancholy Journey

A solitary figure walks through a grimy alleyway, his head bowed in sadness. The stark contrast of light and shadow emphasizes his isolation, painting a poignant picture of urban loneliness.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, despair: 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 is standing in a narrow alleyway, which is lined with overflowing garbage cans. The alley is dimly lit, and there is a sense of loneliness and isolation.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : gloomy, lonely, desolate

Quality

Entropy : 6.46

Noise : 107

Prompt Clip Score : 0.26

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : No visible artifacts or errors in the image.

Bloodstained Mask: A Portrait of Intensity

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A close-up shot captures a woman’s face, obscured by a black mask streaked with blood. The dark and moody atmosphere amplifies the tension and danger emanating from her expression, creating a powerful and dramatic image.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, horror: Horror and disgust ; A superhero, their face contorted in revulsion, as they witness a horrific crime; eye-level; Hero; a chaotic crime scene with blood and debris; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : Close-up of a woman’s face, wearing a black mask and covered in blood. The scene is dark and gritty, with a sense of urgency and danger.

Aesthetic Score : 0.6

Mode : intense, eerie, gritty

Quality

Entropy : 6.01

Noise : 85

Prompt Clip Score : 0.24

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.70

Image errors : The blood splatters appear a bit unrealistic and the lighting is a bit harsh. There are some slight artifacts in the image, particularly around the edges.

Blood-Stained Feast: A Moment of Terror in the Kitchen

A woman, her face smeared with blood, stares in horror at a plate of food. The kitchen is a scene of chaos, hinting at a disturbing event. The dim lighting and unsettling atmosphere create a chilling sense of suspense.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, disappointment: 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 young woman with a messy, bloody face is hunched over a plate of food in a messy kitchen. The scene is dimly lit and has a chaotic feel.

Aesthetic Score : 0.2

Mode : creepy, unsettling, disturbing

Quality

Entropy : 6.56

Noise : 86

Prompt Clip Score : 0.30

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.60

Image errors : The image has some artifacts and blurriness. The woman’s face is a bit unrealistic and her eyes are too wide.

Lost in the Digital Labyrinth: A VR Gamer Faces a Monstrous Reality

A lone figure, immersed in a virtual world, sits before a wall of monitors displaying a chilling scene. The dimly lit room, shrouded in shadows, amplifies the ominous atmosphere, hinting at a struggle between the digital and the real.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, unease: 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 person is sitting at a desk wearing VR headset and looking at a screen with a monster image. The scene is lit in neon pink and green colors and has a strong cyberpunk vibe.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : futuristic, cyberpunk, intense

Quality

Entropy : 6.71

Noise : 121

Prompt Clip Score : 0.29

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.90

Image errors : There are some artifacts and blurring in the image, especially in the background. The character’s face is not well-defined.

Lost in the Shadows of Despair

A solitary figure, shrouded in a worn jacket, stands amidst a mountain of trash in a bleak alleyway. The scene evokes a sense of profound isolation and hopelessness, highlighting the harsh realities of urban poverty and neglect.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, repulsion: 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 standing in an alleyway next to a large pile of garbage.

Aesthetic Score : 0.3

Mode : gloomy, somber, desolate

Quality

Entropy : 6.53

Noise : 106

Prompt Clip Score : 0.27

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : There is some grain and noise in the image, particularly in the background. The image is also slightly blurry in some areas.

Shadow Over the City: A Haunting Vision of the Apocalypse

A chilling image of a shadowy figure looming over a dark and ominous cityscape. The stark contrast of light and darkness creates a sense of impending doom and mystery, leaving viewers to ponder the nature of the looming threat.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, anger: 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 dark and ominous city skyline with a giant, shadowy figure looming over it. The city appears to be in ruins, with smoke and flames in the distance. The figure has glowing eyes that pierce through the darkness.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : dark, ominous, apocalyptic

Quality

Entropy : 6.48

Noise : 98

Prompt Clip Score : 0.24

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.90

Image errors : No visible image errors or artifacts

Horror in the Kitchen: Dead Rat Sparks Panic

A chilling scene unfolds in a kitchen as a group of people stare in horror at a dead rat covered in blood. The image captures the raw emotion of shock and disgust, leaving viewers with a sense of unease and tension.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, horror: 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 group of people are gathered around a table in a kitchen, looking terrified. There is a large rat lying dead on the table, surrounded by blood and other debris. The scene is chaotic and unsettling.

Aesthetic Score : 0.4

Mode : horror, unsettling, chaotic

Quality

Entropy : 6.60

Noise : 112

Prompt Clip Score : 0.29

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, such as aliasing in the edges of the figures and the rat. The lighting seems inconsistent, and the shadows are not well-defined.

Fear in the Screen: A Woman’s Terrifying Encounter

A chilling image captures a young woman frozen in fear, her eyes wide with terror as she stares at something on her computer screen. The scene is heavy with suspense and horror, leaving the viewer to wonder what could be so terrifying.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, fear: 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 : A young woman is sitting in front of a computer, looking terrified. Her face is contorted in fear, and her eyes are wide with panic. The computer monitor is displaying a disturbing image, which is contributing to her distress. The scene is dimly lit, adding to the sense of unease and tension.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : horror, suspense, fear

Quality

Entropy : 4.87

Noise : 73

Prompt Clip Score : 0.29

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.80

Image errors : Minor noise and slight artifacting, mostly on the screen.

A Look of Intrigue: Unveiling the Mystery at the Dinner Table

A young woman sits alone in a dimly lit restaurant, her gaze fixed on the viewer. The plate of food before her seems forgotten as she stares with an intensity that speaks of secrets and unspoken desires. This captivating image evokes a sense of mystery and suspense, leaving the viewer wondering what lies behind her enigmatic expression.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, revulsion: 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 sits at a table with a plate of lobster in front of her. The woman is looking at the lobster with a mix of disgust and curiosity. The lighting is low and warm, creating a moody atmosphere.

Aesthetic Score : 0.6

Mode : intense, curious, unsettling

Quality

Entropy : 6.28

Noise : 97

Prompt Clip Score : 0.25

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.20

Image errors : No major artifacts. Slight noise due to low light conditions.

The Man in the Shadows: A Portrait of Power and Mystery

A dimly lit room, a luxurious setting, and a man in a suit holding a glass of liquor. His stern gaze pierces through the darkness, leaving you with a sense of intrigue and a desire to unravel the secrets he holds. This image evokes a mood of power, mystery, and darkness, leaving you wanting more.

Prompt

Disgust Disgust, disdain: 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 man in a suit sits in a leather chair in a dimly lit room. There is a desk in front of him and a lamp on the table.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : dark, mysterious, powerful

Quality

Entropy : 6.39

Noise : 99

Prompt Clip Score : 0.23

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.80

Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, such as the blurry areas around the subject and the slightly out-of-focus background. The lighting is also a bit harsh in some areas.

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 0.3, which is considered below average. This suggests that the model didn’t accurately capture the intended camera position described in the prompt.
• Shot Analysis: The model scored 0.68, which is considered good. This indicates that the model was able to understand the scene described in the prompt and create a shot that aligns with it.
• Aesthetic Analysis: The model scored 0.2, which is considered very good. This means that the generated image closely matched the expected aesthetic style.

Overall, the model demonstrates a good understanding of the scene and its aesthetic, but needs improvement in accurately capturing the intended camera position.