# Image-Manipulating Algorithms Adobe's Generative Image Manipulation Makes Photo-Realistic Edits By Joey Haar | Published 2016-09-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/generative-image-manipulation References: [thenextweb](http://thenextweb.com/dd/2016/09/26/adobe-berkeley-editing-tool/) & [people.eecs.berkeley.edu](https://people.eecs.berkeley.edu/~junyanz/projects/gvm/) [Adobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/generative-remove) Photoshop is the current go-to application for professional photographic editing, but Adobe's new generative image manipulation technology could revolutionize how people work with images in the future. In a paper entitled 'Generative Visual Manipulation on the Natural Image Manifold,' Adobe and researchers from the [University of Berkeley](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydrogen-based-energy-systems) developed a fantastically intuitive system for making photo-realistic image edits. With the generative image manipulation tool, users can make realistic edits to an input image simply by drawing a few crude lines with a mouse. For instance, the researchers transformed a basic black rubber clog into a red suede running shoe by roughly coloring, sketching and warping the image of the clog and allowing the machine learning algorithm to interpret these markings into a realistic shape. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Generative Image Manipulation:** The development of Adobe's new generative image manipulation technology could lead to a revolution in how professionals edit photos. - **Machine Learning Algorithms:** The use of machine learning algorithms in image manipulation could transform the way photo editing is done in the future. - **Intuitive Editing Systems:** The development of intuitively designed editing systems has the potential to vastly streamline workflow for photo editors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Professional Photography:** The ability to make photo-realistic edits with generative image manipulation technology could be a game-changer for professional photographers. - **Graphic Design:** Incorporating machine learning algorithms into graphic design software could lead to a whole new level of design possibilities. - **Artificial Intelligence:** The integration of machine learning and generative image manipulation represents a significant advancement in the field of artificial intelligence. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Digital Eraser Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/generative-remove.md) - [AI-Powered Editing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photoshop.md) - [Editing AI Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photoshop-ai-tools.md) - [Embedded Creative AI Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-and-activision-blizzard.md) - [AI Product Image Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-product-studio.md) - [AI-Powered High-Res Editing Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/videogigagan.md) - [Image-Editing AI Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dall-e-ii.md) - [AI Image Generators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retouchai.md) - [Generative Image Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagegen-ai.md)