AI School
I’ve recently been exploring the use of Midjourney and Magnific.ai to create highly detailed 12K 360 images such as the example shown above (note this example has been enhanced with audio and lens flare using Pano2VR). After working out the most appropriate workflow through a series of experiments, a course was published on Eventbrite designed to impart this knowledge and experience to interested parties in the AI and virtual tour communities. In addition to Midjourney and Magnific, the process involves Photoshop and Pano2VR (or equivelent editing software tools) to edit the nadir and zenith (directly below and above the viewer) along with ensuring the vertical seam blends. This is to ensure objects and textures on the left side of the image fit seamlessly with the right when assembled in the final 360 form.
You can see a variety of images produced using this method by visiting the 360 image section of the Simcoemedia Shop or on my Facebook feed.
AI Workshop Details
The workshops have been designed to cater for 360 enthusiasts, immersive media artists and virtual tour producers looking to enhance their 360 workflow using AI tools. The 90 minute session includes the following activities:
- Creating equirectangular images in Midjourney by using appropriate commands, parameters and descriptive keywords
- Ensuring the image does not warp in 360 view by aligning the horizon correctly
- Resolving stitching problems and nadir issues using Photoshop and Pano2VR (or equivelent) to ensure the best interactive experience
- Using Magnfic to upscale and add detail to images whilst retaining a reasonable level of creative control
- Resolving metadata issues + testing images to ensure they are ready for publication
- Discussion of how these tools have developed and evolved in recent months
A reference page has been set up on this site at www.simcoe.co.uk/ai-school/ reminding participants of the key processes highlighted during demonstration and discussion. So far these sessions have been useful and enjoyable for those taking part with some returning for the second in the series which examines transfering image styles to existing 360 tour photography. For more information on upcoming events see Peter Simcoe’s Eventbrite page.
Related topics: Find out more about how Generative AI creates video and images by reading ‘What Is Generative AI and Is It Useful In Film Production?’
