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Go to http://squarespace.com/Tony & save 10% off your first website or domain with code “Tony" Talk to AI tony at http://SDP.io/talktotony The photography community is mad about AI, and I am too. But getting angry isn’t going to stop the technology from changing our industry. Instead of fighting the inevitable, I decided to start using AI to fight AI. My goal isn’t to replace my photography with generative imagery, but to use these powerful new tools as my productivity and creative assistants. In this video, I’ll show you exactly how I’m using AI tools (primarily Google Gemini) to save hours of time, create more creative images, and move my craft forward. I cover: Pre-Visualization: Using generative AI to test lighting, outfits, and concepts before the client shows up (and getting easy sign-off with mood boards). Location Scouting & Travel Research: Getting instant advice on the best spots, parking, logistical timing, and necessary gear suggestions based on thousands of reviews. Deep Research: Using AI to get instant historical and architectural context on buildings to inform how I photograph them. On-Site Assistant: Using conversational AI to troubleshoot camera settings and recall necessary shot lists while keeping my hands on the gear. Post-Processing Efficiency: AI culling to remove blurry photos instantly, and faster AI-based retouching techniques in Photoshop alternatives. The Critique Roleplay: Using AI to critique final photos from specific client cultural or style perspectives before delivery. Tips for getting the most out of AI: Use the higher-end, "slow" thinking paid models. Instruct the AI to use Google Search for up-to-date gear and location info. Tell the AI about yourself and your gear in its permanent instructions. I am not talking to a person; I am using a tool. And it’s a tool that allows me to spend less time on the computer and more time behind the camera. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - The problem: Why photographers are mad at AI 0:49 - Sponsor Read: Squarespace 1:35 - Technique 1: Pre-visualization (Testing lighting, outfits, and locations) 5:22 - Technique 2: Rapid Travel Research & Scouting advice 9:20 - Using AI for gear questions 10:34 - How to use AI during a photoshoot 11:15 - Talk to AI Tony 15:46 - Final thoughts: Tell me how you use AI! 17:56 - Using AI to improve your professional web presence