Convert sketches into images using ControlNet
Hi HN! We're working on an AI studio product, and have been experimenting with the recently-released ControlNet (https://github.com/lllyasviel/ControlNet) After wasting hours with it, we decided to put together a quick fun project. "Sketch" allows you to draw anything (works w/ touch inputs on mobile too), enter a prompt (it can be as simple as "drawing" and it'll try to guess) and you get something out fast. Keeping it all on a public feed as well, to serve as inspiration. Hope anyone here finds it fun :-)
In plain words
Sketch is an AI tool that converts hand-drawn sketches into finished images using ControlNet technology. Users draw on screen or mobile, enter a text prompt describing what they want, and the tool generates an image based on their input. The application includes a public feed where users can view and share generated images for inspiration. It is designed for anyone interested in experimenting with AI-assisted image creation from simple sketches.
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