Blending reality and imagination

The speaker discusses their lifelong quest to blend reality and imagination, highlighting the advancements in technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), that have made it possible. They explain how techniques like photogrammetry and machine learning have democratized the process of capturing reality and creating photorealistic worlds. The speaker also introduces the concept of in-painting and ControlNet, which allow for augmenting existing imagery with desired elements. They provide examples of using AI to reskin real-world objects and environments, enhancing their aesthetic and transforming videos and augmented reality experiences. The speaker emphasizes the accessibility and ease of these tools, expressing optimism for future generations of creators who can seamlessly integrate their creative vision with AI models.