I chose to generate images of fly-fishing for rainbow trout in Montana using Ideogram. While there were some interesting results, none precisely matched what I had envisioned.
I see AI image generation as still being in early stages – it can spark ideas and provide inspiration, but lacks the nuance and intentionality of human creation. As the technology continues advancing rapidly, I’m eager to see it become more versatile.
This experiment highlighted both the current capabilities and limitations of systems like ideogram. It seems better suited for sparking creative ideas rather than final polished work. As designers, we retain an irreplaceable role in bringing thoughtful direction and purpose to visual media. Overall though, I’m intrigued by these AI tools as complements to human creativity rather than replacements.
