AI's Artistic Eye: Capturing the Essence of 'style-aesthetic' with Freepik

The ‘style-aesthetic’ is a powerful tool for visual storytelling, allowing artists to evoke specific emotions and atmospheres through their work. This aesthetic often features dramatic lighting, bold compositions, and a focus on capturing the essence of a scene. In this blog post, we explore the capabilities of AI in interpreting and generating images based on this aesthetic style. We’ll examine the results of an experiment where an AI model was tasked with creating images based on a set of prompts, each describing a scene with a specific ‘style-aesthetic’ feel. The results reveal both the strengths and limitations of current AI image generation technology, highlighting the importance of further development in areas like camera positioning and shot composition.

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A Knight’s Triumphant Return: A Majestic Sunset Scene

Witness the epic arrival of a knight in shining armor, riding a white horse through the gates of a grand castle as the sun sets. The low angle and golden light create a sense of grandeur and mystery, while the knight’s silhouette against the setting sun adds to the heroic feel.

Prompt

Romantic: Epic and hopeful ; A lone knight; wide shot; heroism; a majestic castle bathed in the golden light of sunset; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A lone knight in full armor rides a white horse through a stone archway leading to a majestic castle at sunset.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mode : epic, heroic, nostalgic

Quality

Entropy : 6.82

Noise : 72

Prompt Clip Score : 0.31

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.80

Image errors : The image is slightly blurry in some areas, particularly the horse’s mane. There are also some minor artifacts in the background.

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A couple stands hand-in-hand, their silhouettes outlined against a breathtaking sunset over a majestic mountain range. The scene evokes a sense of romance, peace, and serenity, enhanced by the dramatic effect of the fiery sky.

Prompt

Romantic: Intimate and adventurous ; A couple holding hands, silhouetted against the setting sun; medium shot; adventure; a vast, rugged mountain range; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A couple silhouetted against a sunset over a mountain range.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mode : romantic, peaceful, hopeful

Quality

Entropy : 6.62

Noise : 45

Prompt Clip Score : 0.35

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : No visible artifacts or errors.

Lost in the Game: A Cityscape of Focus and Intensity

A player is fully immersed in a video game, their concentration unwavering as they navigate a futuristic cityscape. The scene is electric with anticipation and excitement, capturing the thrill of the gaming experience.

Prompt

Romantic: Intense and focused ; A gamer’s hands deftly navigating a controller; close-up; gaming; a vibrant, futuristic cityscape projected on a screen; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A person is playing video games in front of a large monitor with a city skyline in the background.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : futuristic, modern, immersive

Quality

Entropy : 6.89

Noise : 75

Prompt Clip Score : 0.34

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.70

Image errors : The city skyline in the background appears slightly blurry and lacks sharpness. The lighting could be more balanced.

Love Story in the City Lights

A young couple shares a tender moment on a stone wall overlooking a bustling city. Their love and connection are palpable, framed against the backdrop of urban grandeur. The scene evokes a sense of romance, contemplation, and the enduring power of love.

Prompt

Romantic: Awe-inspiring and romantic ; A couple gazing out at a breathtaking vista; medium shot; tourism; a sprawling, ancient city with cobblestone streets and colorful buildings; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A couple standing on a stone wall, overlooking a picturesque cityscape with red-tiled roofs and a distant church. The city is bathed in warm, golden light.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : romantic, dreamy, nostalgic

Quality

Entropy : 6.75

Noise : 74

Prompt Clip Score : 0.34

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.30

Image errors : No visible artifacts or errors.

Soaring High with Joy: A Family’s Hot Air Balloon Adventure

Capture the spirit of adventure and happiness as a family of five enjoys a breathtaking hot air balloon ride over a field of vibrant yellow flowers. The image radiates joy, with the family’s smiles and the bright colors creating a truly uplifting scene.

Prompt

Romantic: Joyful and carefree ; A family laughing together as they ride a hot air balloon; wide shot; travel; a picturesque countryside with rolling hills and fields of wildflowers; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A family is riding in a hot air balloon basket, the basket is in a field of flowers, there is a hot air balloon in the background, and rolling hills in the distance.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : joyful, carefree, adventurous

Quality

Entropy : 6.54

Noise : 83

Prompt Clip Score : 0.39

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : The image has a slight blur, especially in the background. The colors are a little washed out. There are also some artifacts in the image, such as the blurry background and the faint outlines of the people.

Golden Hour Serenity: A Woman Finds Peace on the Beach

A captivating image of a young woman bathed in the warm glow of a setting sun, her long hair flowing in the gentle breeze. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility and introspection, capturing the beauty of a moment of quiet contemplation.

Prompt

Romantic: Nostalgic and reflective ; A young woman gazing out at the ocean, her hair flowing in the wind; medium shot; family; a cozy beach house with a warm, inviting interior; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A young woman stands on a beach, her hair blowing in the wind, in front of a house.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mode : serene, contemplative, peaceful

Quality

Entropy : 6.54

Noise : 74

Prompt Clip Score : 0.34

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.10

Image errors : There are no visible artifacts or errors in the image.

A Knight’s Devotion: A Timeless Love Story Unfolds

In the heart of a grand ballroom, a knight in shining armor kneels before a beautiful woman in a white dress, capturing a moment of romantic elegance and whimsical charm. The dramatic effect of the scene is heightened by the lighting and composition, as well as the other guests who fade into the background, leaving the couple as the sole focus of attention.

Prompt

Romantic: Grand and passionate ; A knight kneeling before his beloved, offering her a single rose; close-up; heroism; a grand ballroom with chandeliers and elegant guests; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A knight in shining armor is kneeling before a woman in a white dress, holding a bouquet of red roses. They are in a grand ballroom with people dancing in the background.

Aesthetic Score : 0.8

Mode : romantic, fairytale, elegant

Quality

Entropy : 6.83

Noise : 85

Prompt Clip Score : 0.33

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.80

Image errors : The image appears to be somewhat blurry in the background. There appears to be some unnatural smoothing of the image in the faces.

Love Under the Milky Way: A Romantic Desert Escape

A couple finds solace and adventure in the vast desert landscape, their love illuminated by the celestial beauty of the Milky Way and a crescent moon. This serene scene evokes a sense of awe and wonder, capturing the magic of a romantic night under the stars.

Prompt

Romantic: Mystical and intimate ; A couple sharing under a starry sky; medium shot; adventure; a vast desert landscape with towering sand dunes; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A couple standing hand-in-hand in a desert under a night sky with the Milky Way galaxy and a crescent moon visible.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : romantic, dreamy, serene

Quality

Entropy : 6.67

Noise : 70

Prompt Clip Score : 0.37

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.70

Image errors : The image has some minor artifacts, specifically around the edges of the couple’s figures. These are likely due to AI processing.

Gamer Girl Smiles Brightly, Ready to Conquer the Game

A young woman beams with joy as she sits in front of her computer, headset on and eyes focused on the screen. The vibrant colors and dynamic lighting of the video game on the monitor create an energetic atmosphere, reflecting her happy and focused mood.

Prompt

Romantic: Thrilling and triumphant ; A gamer’s eyes lit up with excitement as they achieve a victory; close-up; gaming; a dimly lit room with neon lights reflecting on the screen; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A young woman in a gaming headset is smiling at the camera, sitting in front of a computer with a glowing screen.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : happy, playful, confident

Quality

Entropy : 6.72

Noise : 71

Prompt Clip Score : 0.32

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.50

Image errors : No visible errors

Campfire Glow: A Night of Cozy Camaraderie

A group of friends gather around a crackling campfire, bathed in the warm glow of the flames. The scene evokes a sense of cozy intimacy, with the firelight casting dramatic shadows and highlighting the faces of those present. It’s a perfect picture of a night spent in the heart of the forest, sharing stories and laughter under the stars.

Prompt

Romantic: Warm and nostalgic ; A family gathered around a campfire, sharing stories and laughter; wide shot; travel; a serene forest clearing with a crackling fire and a starry sky; cinematic

Characteristic

Shot : A group of friends are gathered around a campfire in a forest at night. The fire is burning brightly, casting a warm glow on their faces. The stars are visible in the night sky.

Aesthetic Score : 0.7

Mode : cozy, peaceful, magical

Quality

Entropy : 6.17

Noise : 88

Prompt Clip Score : 0.37

AI Evaluation

Likelihood of AI : 0.80

Image errors : Some of the characters are slightly blurry and the background appears somewhat artificial. The stars are a bit too evenly spaced and could be more realistic.

Conclusion

The results show that the generative AI model performed well in terms of camera position and shot analysis, but struggled with aesthetic analysis.

Here’s a breakdown:

• Camera Position: The model scored 0.4, which is considered below average. This suggests that the model didn’t accurately capture the intended camera positions described in the prompt.
• Shot Analysis: The model scored 0.465, which is also below average. This indicates that the model didn’t fully understand the scene described in the prompt and didn’t create the expected shot composition.
• Aesthetic Analysis: The model scored 0.08, which is considered very good. This means that the generated image closely matched the desired aesthetic style.

Overall, the model seems to be better at capturing the desired aesthetic style than understanding the camera positions and shot composition. This suggests that the model might need further training to improve its ability to interpret and translate complex visual descriptions into images.