Turn Images Into Videos With AI (Runway 2 Tutorial)
AI is getting extremely good at turning images into videos.
RunwayML is an AI tool that allows users to transform any static image into a video within seconds.
If you’re not excited by this development, you will be by the end of this article. First, we’ll explain some of the incredible ways you could use this technology. Then we’ll show you how you can turn images into videos for yourself in 2 simple steps.
This is such a fun tool to play around with. You have to try it out for yourself!
Why should I be excited about this?
This tool is going to completely change the face of digital content creation by introducing an effortless, innovative way to bring static images to life.
Just think about the opportunities this opens up:
Revitalizing historical images: Animating historical photos for immersive educational experiences.Next-level Instagram content: Runway turns ordinary photos into eye-catching, engaging videos.Real estate visualization: Bring property images and renders to life.Celebration of life: Animating photos of loved ones that have passed away.
How to turn images into videos using AI
Okay, let’s cut to the chase. Here is how you can use this tool for yourself.
Step 1: Find your image
First you need to find an image that you want to turn into a video.
Dig into your photo album or generate an image on Midjourney.
The image ratio must be 16:9 for the best results.
Step 2: Go to Runway
Now, you need to head over to Runway’s website.
Click ‘Gen 2: Text to Video’. Then, just upload your image and click generate. Voila, you’ve turned your image into a video.
3/ Results
There you have it…
Simply turn any image into a 4 second video within seconds.
Results & more examples below: pic.twitter.com/vy4KrTuHbt
— Jas Singh (@TheJasSingh) July 25, 2023
Let me see some more examples!
We’ve got your back. Here are some of the incredible results people have achieved using this tool.
1. Bringing old photos to life
Bringing old photos to life with @runwayml #Gen2 pic.twitter.com/kwHgyMrGNt
— Bryan Fox (@bryanf0x) July 23, 2023
2. Storytelling
Vacation gone wrong? Betrayal? Elon?
Introducing: Without a Clue
A collaboration with @ProperPrompter Productions
Co-starring:@icreatelife @NathanLands @HBCoop_ @_Borriss_ @techhalla @aiart_vanessa @madaro_art @ammaar
Enjoy, retweet, and most importantly follow my… pic.twitter.com/fDoyrKozz4
— Allen T (@Mr_AllenT) July 21, 2023
3. Teaser trailers
A Teaser Trailer for Anomaly Z, Season One. Visuals created with #Gen2 image-to-video by @runwayml. pic.twitter.com/zKwg8iRpUC
— ANOMALY Z | An imaginary Sci-Fi Franchise (@AnomalyZSeries) July 25, 2023
4. Social media content
Midjourney to Video with RunwayML Gen-2
Directly on my phone.
Dystopian future is almost here pic.twitter.com/ZlU2alYI3g
— Linus (●ᴗ●) (@LinusEkenstam) July 23, 2023
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