The emergence of AI as a creative asset has rapidly become a part of artistic exploration and application. My short digital cinema/storytelling project, yet to be titled, will be enabled by a relatively new venture where AI may function as a well-controlled extension of complex creative human processes. This venture, which I call my “neoprocess,” will be a method unique to my way of thinking and working where AI aids in every aspect of creation — from conceptualization (starting with this research statement) and planning to the realization of creative ideas. My “neoprocess” itself will result from a reflection on metacognition, examining how I think about my creative thinking and expression, and how AI can augment this process. I will also take into consideration the affordances and limitations of various AI programs and how they may impact my process.
The essence of this project lies in the synergy between my artistic vision and AI’s analytical and generative capabilities. My “neoprocess” will be an exploration of this synergy, where AI acts as a sounding board for ideas, a structured planner outlining tasks and timelines, and a generative engine transforming abstract concepts into digital visual assets.
As of now, the narrative framework will be fluid, allowing for the growth of ideas influenced by AI’s responses to my input. Each story or scene will be a product of this collaboration, reflecting a unique blend of human “call” and machine-generated “response.” The technical execution will most likely involve using AI in scriptwriting, storyboarding, and even editing.
My “neoprocess” will be structured yet fluid, allowing for flexibility and creative freedom within a framework of AI-driven efficiency. In the initial phase, AI will assist in brainstorming and conceptualizing narratives, providing suggestions based on my input. My goal is to come up with something distinctly human-centric but AI-enhanced.
In the planning phase, AI tools will be used to lay out a detailed workflow, including timelines and task lists. This will ensure a streamlined process, balancing creative exploration with efficient and sound project management.
The creation phase is where AI’s generative abilities come to the forefront. AI, most likely MidJourney and RunwayML, will assist in creating initial visual assets, which I may then refine to align with my vision for the project. This phase will involve a constant back-and-forth between my creative inputs and AI’s output, embodying the essence of my “neoprocess.”
This project is not just a creative endeavor but also a philosophical and technical exploration of the intersection between human creativity and artificial intelligence. Through this experience I will aim to dig deep into the potential of AI in enhancing human creativity, focusing on potential process applications in digital cinema and storytelling.
By documenting and reflecting on this process, I want this project to contribute to a broader understanding of AI’s possibilities in creative industries. My hope is that it may serve as a case study for future artists and creators interested in harnessing AI’s potential, offering insights into the benefits, challenges, and drawbacks of this kind of AI-enhanced creative work.