About hautecapture.ai

Haute Capture: The Intersection of AI and Fashion Photography

This class ran in the Fall of 2024 at ArtCenter  College of design. Students eExplored the dynamic relationship between cutting-edge artificial intelligence technologies and the artistry of high-fashion photography in this 14-week course, co-taught by Michele Laurita.  and Ann Cutting. This course delves into essential aspects of fashion photography, enhanced by current AI tools (Midjourney, Generative fill, Adobe Firefly). Students will learn how to blend strong editorial fashion sensibilities with professional production, styled wardrobes, and sophisticated hair and makeup, and use AI to create unique sets and accessories that seamlessly integrate products, emotions, and fantastical elements.

The course includes hands-on assignments such as in vivo photoshoots and in silico post-processing, where students working in teams will add environmental elements, elaborate sets and wardrobe enhancements. Discussions and assignments will focus on directing, communicating, solving problems, collaborating, and understanding the roles of creative partners. Participants will also have the opportunity to develop mood boards, proposals, and research resources that span from traditional and historical influences to contemporary expressions of Haute Couture inspired fashion.

The program culminates in an on-campus exhibition showcasing the students' work, providing a platform to demonstrate their learned skills in blending technology with creative vision and image making.