Listen "Achieving AI Character Consistency"
Episode Synopsis
AI image and video generation can produce stunning results, but ask it to draw the same character twice and chaos ensues.In this episode, Rob and Jason tackle one of the biggest creative challenges in generative AI: consistency.From moody Midjourney portraits to pixel-perfect Runway videos, the duo breaks down tools, workflows, and techniques to help you keep your characters, styles, and scenes on track, even if AI tries to derail them. Whether you're illustrating a children's book or building your next short film, this episode is your crash course in wrangling AI models like a pro. Plus: Sherlock Holmes stops by to investigate why your AI can't remember what a green shirt looks like.Bonus Resource from Rob Laughter!Check out Rob Laughter’s latest blog post, 10 Handcrafted Style Codes to Make Your Midjourney Images Pop. He breaks down how to use Midjourney style codes (via mood boards and personalization) to dial in your image style like a pro. Plus, he shares 10 ready-to-use codes to get started. A perfect companion piece!00:00 – Cold Open: Sherlock on AI Inconsistency01:27 – Intro to Fuse & Episode Topic02:06 – Host Updates & AI Projects03:14 – Real-World Challenges with Consistency05:02 – Why AI Struggles with Consistency07:12 – Treating AI as a Creative Partner09:04 – Level 1: Prompts & Seeds13:28 – Level 2: Reference Images16:36 – Style References & Mood Boards21:58 – Character References22:59 – Video Consistency Techniques27:58 – Advanced Tools: ControlNet30:11 – Jedi Mode: Training a LoRA Model34:58 – Building a Training Dataset37:45 – Captions, Trigger Words, and Execution41:05 – Video LoRA Models & Use Cases42:20 – Post-Generation Fixes: Face Swap & Inpainting47:50 – Workflow Recap & Key Takeaways50:13 – Wrap-Up & Teaser for Next EpisodeThis episode is brought to you by your imagination. Train it like a LoRA, and show it something new.Tools & Resources Mentioned:Flux LoRA Training: fal.aiFlux Fill (Inpainting with LoRA Support): fal.ai/models/fal-ai/flux-lora/inpaintingMidjourney Mood Boards: updates.midjourney.com/profiles-and-moodboardsLeonardo.ai Moodboards Tool: leonardo.aiRunway Asset Controls & Reference Images: runwayml.com/product and help.runwayml.com/hc/en-us/articles/4408611980563-Managing-assetsSocial Media & ContactInstagram: @aicreativepodcastWebsite: aicreativepodcast.comListener Mail: [email protected]: The AI Creative Podcast is a production of Rob Laughter Creative and Midnight Oil Productions. Hosted by Rob Laughter and Jason Moore. Produced by Liz Baker.
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