Mermaid AI Rendering
AI's strengths and weaknesses in my workflow
I've been putting Adobe's new AI tools to the test; not as a replacement for my skills, but as a powerful assistant in my workflow.
All of the work in this series starts the same way: with my own pencil sketches. From there, I've been exploring what AI can do, where it falls short, and what it means for professional illustration.
Spoiler alert: It's impressive. It's unpredictable. And it's not ready to take my job.
Curious what I learned? Check out the full case studies and my honest take on the current state of AI in illustration.
PORTFOLIO GALLERIES
- Illustration work: Start with custom illustration and cover design, then view illustrated maps and architectural renderings.
- Fine art: Discover original paintings and drawings, the Custom Halftone Series, and mural projects.
- Design & motion: Check out the graphic design gallery, then move on to motion graphics and animated illustration.
- Maps by sector: I produce illustrated maps for boat shows, resorts, marinas, real estate, transit & parking, towns & cities, parks, and wayfinding systems.
- More creative services: Additional offerings include cover illustration, vehicle wraps, proposal renderings, and street art.
- Artistic methods: My work spans vector art, isometric & axonometric views, traditional painting, black & white illustration, GeoData mapping, overhead perspectives, and halftone effects. Recently I have also begun to utilize AI in some cases.
- Preferred software: I rely on Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp Pro, and InDesign, plus Premiere Pro & After Effects for motion projects.
