Neon Dreams: Exploring the 'style-aesthetic' in AI-Generated Images with Flux-pro
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The ‘style-aesthetic’ is a powerful tool for creating immersive and evocative imagery. It encompasses not just the visual elements of a scene, but also the mood, atmosphere, and overall feeling it evokes. This is particularly important in genres like cyberpunk, where the aesthetic is integral to the storytelling. In this blog post, we delve into the challenges of AI in capturing the ‘style-aesthetic’ of futuristic, neon-drenched cityscapes, using a specific example to illustrate the strengths and weaknesses of current generative AI models.
Created with: flux-pro
Lost in the Neon Fog
A solitary figure, shrouded in mystery, navigates the bustling streets of a neon-lit city. The dim lighting casts long shadows, highlighting the figure’s silhouette and creating an atmosphere of intrigue and loneliness.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: determined, hopeful ; A lone, hooded figure; wide shot; Heroism; neon-lit cityscape with towering skyscrapers and flying vehicles; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A lone figure in a hooded coat walks down a deserted street in a neon-lit city.
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : dark, mysterious, urban
Quality
Entropy : 6.76
Noise : 98
Prompt Clip Score : 0.28
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.70
Image errors : There is some slight blurriness in the image, particularly in the background.
Cyberpunk Shadows: A Tense Encounter in a Futuristic Control Room
A dimly lit, futuristic office pulsates with blue and red light, casting long shadows across the room. Silhouetted figures stand around computer terminals, their expressions unreadable. The atmosphere is thick with mystery and tension, hinting at a clandestine operation unfolding in the heart of this cyberpunk world.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: intense, thrilling ; A group of rebels hacking into a massive data server; medium shot; Adventure; dark, gritty underground facility with flickering monitors and flashing lights; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A group of people in silhouette standing in a futuristic, brightly lit, neon-colored, sci-fi room. The room is lined with computer monitors. There are red and blue neon lights.
Aesthetic Score : 0.6
Mood : futuristic, mysterious, cyberpunk
Quality
Entropy : 6.78
Noise : 98
Prompt Clip Score : 0.26
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : The image is slightly blurry, especially the figures. The image also has some grain.
Lost in the Digital Labyrinth: A Cyberpunk Encounter
A lone figure, clad in VR gear, navigates a futuristic cityscape, their path illuminated by a mysterious holographic figure. The stark contrast between reality and the digital realm creates a sense of wonder and intrigue, leaving the viewer questioning the nature of their interaction.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: exciting, immersive ; A player’s avatar, a cybernetically enhanced warrior, battling a holographic monster; close-up; Gaming; virtual reality environment with vibrant colors and intricate details; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A person wearing a VR headset and a backpack is interacting with a futuristic, glowing, holographic creature in a sci-fi city environment.
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : futuristic, surreal, imaginative
Quality
Entropy : 6.84
Noise : 88
Prompt Clip Score : 0.26
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : There are no noticeable artifacts or errors in the image.
Neon Dreams: A Futuristic Cityscape
Immerse yourself in a vibrant, futuristic city at night. Glowing neon signs and streetlights paint the scene in cool blues and warm reds, creating a sense of depth and mystery. The vanishing point perspective and blurred background add to the dramatic effect, transporting you to a world of urban wonder.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: curious, vibrant ; A futuristic tour guide leading a group of tourists through a bustling, neon-drenched market; long shot; Tourism; crowded street with vendors selling exotic goods and holographic advertisements; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A bustling street in a city at night, with glowing neon signs and people walking by.
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : futuristic, urban, atmospheric
Quality
Entropy : 6.86
Noise : 103
Prompt Clip Score : 0.28
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.90
Image errors : No visible artifacts or errors in the image
Soaring Through the Future: A Dreamy Flight Above the City
A futuristic car glides effortlessly through a surreal, cloudy sky, leaving a trail of wonder in its wake. The city below, a sprawling metropolis of gleaming towers, adds a sense of scale and scope to this breathtaking scene.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: free, adventurous ; A sleek, flying car soaring through a dense, cloud-filled sky; wide shot; Travel; futuristic cityscape with towering skyscrapers and neon-lit streets; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A futuristic car flying through the clouds, with a city in the background
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : futuristic, dreamy, mysterious
Quality
Entropy : 6.72
Noise : 84
Prompt Clip Score : 0.24
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.80
Image errors : There are some artifacts and errors in the image, particularly in the clouds. The city in the background is also very blurry.
Modern Kitchen Gathering Under a Glow
A warm and calm atmosphere fills this modern kitchen as four people gather around a table. The bright orange light fixture and the glowing blue and green text on the large digital screen create a dramatic contrast against the darker background, highlighting the minimalist design of the space.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: warm, nostalgic ; A family gathered around a holographic table, sharing a meal and stories; medium shot; Family; dimly lit apartment with holographic projections and futuristic appliances; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A group of four people, likely friends or family, are sitting around a table in a modern kitchen, eating food and engaged in conversation. The scene is illuminated by a warm light, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. There is a futuristic digital display on the wall behind them, adding a touch of sci-fi to the otherwise ordinary kitchen.
Aesthetic Score : 0.6
Mood : cozy, futuristic, intimate
Quality
Entropy : 6.62
Noise : 89
Prompt Clip Score : 0.30
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.10
Image errors : The image is slightly overexposed, especially in the background. The sharpness is also slightly off, particularly on the faces of the people in the image. The digital display on the wall is also slightly pixelated.
The Hacker in the Shadows
A hooded figure sits hunched over a computer screen in a dimly lit room, bathed in the blue glow of code. The air crackles with tension as wires snake across the floor, hinting at a mystery unfolding in the digital realm.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: intense, focused ; A lone hacker, hunched over a glowing screen, searching for clues in a vast network; close-up; Heroism; dark, cluttered room with flickering monitors and flashing lights; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A hooded figure sits in front of three computer monitors in a dimly lit room. The screens are filled with blue and green code. The room is filled with wires and cables, creating a sense of chaos.
Aesthetic Score : 0.6
Mood : mysterious, dark, intense
Quality
Entropy : 6.35
Noise : 90
Prompt Clip Score : 0.22
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.30
Image errors : There are some artifacts in the image, particularly around the edges of the screens. These could be removed with some editing.
Neon Nights: Hoverboard Riders Glide Through a Futuristic Cityscape
A vibrant and futuristic scene unfolds as a group of people ride hoverboards through a neon-lit cityscape. Silhouetted against the glowing backdrop, they create a sense of mystery and intrigue, hinting at an exciting adventure to come.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: exciting, exhilarating ; A group of friends racing through a neon-lit cityscape on hoverboards; long shot; Adventure; futuristic cityscape with towering skyscrapers and flying vehicles; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A group of people riding hoverboards in a futuristic city at night
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : futuristic, urban, cyberpunk
Quality
Entropy : 6.76
Noise : 85
Prompt Clip Score : 0.25
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.90
Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, particularly in the shadows and highlights, and the overall color balance is slightly off.
Lost in the Neon: A Cyberpunk Dream
A man, shrouded in the glow of a futuristic neon cityscape, navigates the digital world through a VR headset. His focused expression and the edgy leather jacket hint at a story waiting to unfold in this cyberpunk dreamscape.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: intriguing, challenging ; A player’s avatar, a skilled hacker, navigating a complex virtual reality maze; close-up; Gaming; abstract, digital environment with glowing lines and geometric shapes; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A man wearing a VR headset is using a laptop in a dimly lit room with neon lights.
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : futuristic, cyberpunk, mysterious
Quality
Entropy : 6.86
Noise : 79
Prompt Clip Score : 0.23
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.10
Image errors : No noticeable artifacts or errors
Lost in the Neon Labyrinth: A Cyberpunk Cityscape
A solitary figure stands amidst a futuristic urban landscape, bathed in the vibrant glow of neon lights. The towering skyscraper in the background casts a long shadow, creating a sense of both grandeur and isolation. This cyberpunk scene evokes a mood of mystery and intrigue, leaving the viewer to wonder about the figure’s story and the secrets hidden within the city.
Prompt
Cyberpunk: awe-inspiring, futuristic ; A futuristic tour guide pointing out a landmark, a towering, bioluminescent skyscraper; medium shot; Tourism; bustling street with holographic advertisements and flying vehicles; cinematic
Characteristic
Shot : A cyberpunk-style city scene at night with a tall tower in the background. A person is standing in the foreground, looking up at the tower. There are cars and pedestrians on the street.
Aesthetic Score : 0.7
Mood : futuristic, moody, neon
Quality
Entropy : 6.79
Noise : 101
Prompt Clip Score : 0.29
AI Evaluation
Likelihood of AI : 0.90
Image errors : There are some minor artifacts in the image, such as the edges of the buildings and the cars. The image is also a bit blurry in places.
Conclusion
The results show that the generative AI model performed okay in terms of camera position and shot analysis, but not so well in terms of aesthetic analysis. Here’s a breakdown:
- Camera Position: The model scored 0.45, which is below the “good” range of 0.5 to 0.75. This suggests that the model didn’t always accurately translate the intended camera positions from the prompt into the generated image.
- Shot Analysis: The model scored 0.64, which falls within the “good” range. This indicates that the model generally understood the scene described in the prompt and created images with appropriate shot composition.
- Aesthetic Analysis: The model scored 0.04, which is significantly lower than the “very good” range of -0.2 to 0.1. This means that the generated images didn’t match the expected aesthetic style as closely as desired.
Overall, the model shows some strengths in understanding scene composition but needs improvement in accurately capturing camera positions and achieving the desired aesthetic.
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