AI Tools

The Google of chat bots. My go-to AI for daily tasks like searching, analyzing data, and building concepts. I use custom GPTs I've made, like career coach and re-phraser. Since ChatGPT added powerful image generation, I rely on it for visuals too.

Having a backup option for your preferred chatbot is always a smart decision, particularly when dealing with significant or sensitive subjects. Perplexity was among the pioneering bots to incorporate internet search capabilities into its foundational design.

Proton is my top choice for privacy applications. I utilize it for secure email, VPN services, and password management. Recently, they introduced a privacy-centric AI chatbot known as "Lumo".

Still one of the image generations tool that creates the most beautiful pictures. The web editor has evolved over time and now includes many editing and style features.

Since ChatGPT added powerful image generation, I rely on it for visuals too.

My insider tipp: The Flux.1 model by Black forest labs can be fine-tuned with own picturesets to create a unique style.

This application from Topaz Labs is designed to upscale your images directly on your computer. Various modes are available to improve the final result.

Midjourney transforms static images into dynamic visuals. Midjourney.com >>

I apply this model similarly to the Minimax approach. Seedance 1 Pro from Bytedance >>

I use the Minimax Video-01 model available on replicate.com to convert still images into short video sequences. This model performs well, even with complex or abstract visuals.

Enhance your video quality with a 4K upgrade.

Incorporate sound into your video using zsxib/mmaudio.

You can access many kinds of AI models on this platform. Usage is charged by CPU time, and you have to follow the license terms. API integration is available for your own apps.

I am curating a selection of list to various tools and models within my Evernotebook. Feel free to explore it; I've shared the link for your convenience.

Evernote is my primary note-taking application. I rely on it for organizing important documents, drafting ideas, storing tickets, planning trips, and so much more.

While artificial intelligence may not yet be able to handle all my tasks, Todoist enables me to manage my daily responsibilities with ease.

Adobe has incorporated numerous AI capabilities into its current applications. A standout among these is the AI augmented Adobe Photoshop, which remains one of my top choices for image design.

Grit Wolany is a Zurich-based Art Director, Trend Researcher, and Visual Artist who focuses on generative AI, creative exploration, and the interplay between analogue and algorithmic processes. She maintains a very useful AI Tool List.