Why AI in filmmaking can supercharge access, experimentation, and storytelling That changed when he was introduced to AI-powered relighting technology, which enabled him to change lighting in post-production. Challenged to create a short sequence in under 24 hours, Josh set out to see how it could help transform the look and mood of a scene, without the need for additional kit or a fixed lighting design before shooting. Planning and production (Image credit: Joshua M Kerr) Much of Josh’s content revolves around showcasing accessible tools and software. Because of this, he opted to film his scenes entirely outside without a rental location or professional studio, using just a camera and LiDAR tracker on his iPhone. “To really show how far you can go with free or low-cost tech, I went for a sci-fi theme,” Josh explains. “The short was planned to be set in multiple locations to highlight just how much you can achieve using modern filmmaking tools. It was a showcase of what can be done.” To make post-production more efficient, he chose to shoot in overcast weather conditions (easy in the UK), ensuring flat, even lighting that would be easier to relight later. This provided a clean baseline for integration with virtual backgrounds, enabling seamless compositing in Unreal Engine and similar environments. Get the Creative Bloq Newsletter Daily design news, reviews, how-tos and more, as picked by the editors. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. Blending worlds in post (Image credit: Joshua M Kerr) The next stage was integrating the right backdrops to bring his sci-fi world to life. Before the shoot and using Epic’s marketplace, Josh found a selection of free or low-cost pre-built environments, from high-tech laboratories to ruined castles and sprawling futuristic cityscapes. These assets provided a strong foundation for building scenes quickly without the need for a large art department or extensive 3D modelling experience. (Image credit: Joshua M Kerr) “When it comes to AI in production, most tools can feel unpredictable,” he says. “You can’t always control the output, which made me sceptical. But using Beeble was different – the AI automated the more technical parts like rotoscoping, and gave me creative control over the final lighting.” (Image credit: Joshua M Kerr) The main focus of Josh’s video, and the part that influenced the lighting the most, was a blue orb that Josh had to catch and transport him to different locations. You may like Source: https://www.creativebloq.com/tech/i-transformed-my-home-studio-into-a-sci-fi-universe