Introduction to AI Image Generation

About this course

The course introduces current generative AI tools and examines their capabilities, limitations, and implications for ownership, copyright and law. Participants explore free services including Google Gemini, ChatGPT and Grok Imagine, alongside demonstrations of Midjourney and Krea.ai, then use these tools to create and refine visual content. Teaching combines explanations of key concepts with guided practical tasks. The course also covers animation and video tools such as Sora, Runway, Kling and Wan, plus editing, extending, saving and exporting work for social media, websites, print or personal collections. Optional homework and an individual project provide scope for continued development.

What you'll learn

• Create images, illustrations, diagrams and short video pieces using a range of generative AI applications
• Apply techniques for editing, extending and refining AI-generated results
• Use animation and motion tools to produce simple animated or video content
• Explain key issues concerning AI capabilities, ownership, copyright and law
• Export and save visual work for social media, websites, printing or personal use

Is this course right for you?

The course description identifies it as suitable for beginners and says that no prior knowledge is required, while also noting that learners with digital graphics experience can explore more advanced topics. Participants should be reasonably confident using a Mac or PC and navigating a web browser. Teaching is active and participatory, with guided tasks, optional homework and an individual project.

• No prior knowledge of AI image generation is required
• Basic confidence with a Mac or PC and web browsers is expected
• Learners with existing digital graphics experience may find advanced topics to extend their skills
• Optional homework and a personal project continue beyond the guided class tasks

Before you go

• A Google account is required, along with a free or paid account with ChatGPT and Grok.ai.
• Midjourney and Krea.ai are optional paid services; learners may choose to subscribe to them.
• Learners may bring their own laptop if preferred.
• The provider advises using personal email addresses for third-party software and reviewing privacy policies before entering information. Sensitive or confidential information should not be submitted without checking the relevant terms.