Welcome to the world of AI, where creativity meets technology.
- Baltimore native and self-taught creative, Siege Vega, shares his AI journey.
- Experience the making of an AI-generated film developed in just 48 hours.
- Explore the narrative-driven, dystopian anime inspired by real-life Baltimore.
- Learn how AI, like ChatGPT and MidJourney, is transforming creative workflows.
Imagine being thrust into the pulse-pounding world of AI with Siege Vega, a dynamic creative technologist hailing from the heart of Baltimore. His vibrant storytelling and self-taught prowess are a testament to the power of AI, allowing users to transcend traditional creative boundaries.
Vega’s latest triumph, a film project born in a 48-hour AI competition, showcases how quickly technology can reshape narrative storytelling. This ambitious endeavor mirrors the hustle of Baltimore’s streets, blending neighborhood grit with futuristic anime flair.
In a competition called Gen 48, teams were tasked with creating a one to three-minute film entirely with AI tools. Against the clock, only two team members, including Vega, crafted a striking anime in just 36 hours, a task traditionally demanding months from a full crew.
The film, Generation Sy, reflects a dystopian future where Baltimore’s streets lay the foundation for anime storytelling. It’s a hybrid inspiration, pulling from Vega’s surroundings and beloved cyberpunk and anime influences like “Snowfall” and “Cyberpunk 2077.”
At the heart of this story, AI-generated tools like MidJourney and ChatGPT bridged the gap between imagination and animation. For script development, Vega used ChatGPT, setting the stage with expertly crafted prompts to generate a compelling storyline.
The creative process didn’t stop at storytelling. Visuals were meticulously designed through MidJourney, an AI-driven platform that turns text descriptions into stunning imagery, and Runway, which brought these static images to life with animation.
This cutting-edge process culminated in a vivid dystopian vision of Baltimore in 2125, illustrating both the creative potential of AI and the personal narrative of Siege Vega, who rose above challenges and embraced modern technology.
Teaching others to harness AI’s power, Vega explains that the real threat to jobs isn’t AI itself but those who leverage AI effectively. By removing mundane tasks, AI allows for more focus on human creativity and vision.
With inspirational, yet relatable narratives, Vega’s story invites viewers to consider AI as a tool for empowerment, not replacement, urging creatives to stay ahead of the curve.
AI is not just a tool but a transformative ally for today’s visionary creators.
