How A.I. Creates Art - A Gentle Introduction to Diffusion Models

This article provides an overview of diffusion models, a type of generative model that can create realistic images by learning the underlying distribution of a training set. These models are used in platforms like Lensa and Midjourney to generate novel images based on text prompts. The core idea behind diffusion models is to start with static noise and incrementally alter pixel values to make them more likely to belong to the training set. Text prompts control the image generation process by guiding the model towards specific types of images in the training set. Resources for generating art using diffusion models are also provided, along with further reading materials for those interested in diving deeper into the subject.