VCS 2024 Using AI in your display, Joel Dearing

Explore the world of AI and its exciting applications for holiday light displays in this in-depth session. Joel, a seasoned light show enthusiast, introduces various ways to leverage AI to enhance your light shows with stunning visuals, animations, and more. From creating static images to moving animations, you'll learn how AI tools can generate unique elements for your display, such as custom artwork, talking faces, and themed video clips.
Discover key AI tools and services like Leonardo.AI, Runway, and Meta, and see how prompt writing plays a critical role in generating the perfect visual for your show. Joel covers the importance of crafting detailed prompts, the differences between AI platforms, and how to turn AI-generated content into effects for xLights. This session also touches on the challenges and limitations of current AI technologies, such as morphing and short video loops, and offers solutions to optimize your AI-driven content.
Whether you're looking to create mesmerizing effects for your mega tree, unique animations, or even AI-generated music for your light display, this class offers practical insights and tips to get you started.
Perfect for both AI beginners and experienced light show designers looking to elevate their holiday displays with cutting-edge technology!