In today’s world, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a common tool across various industries, including photography. While I embrace AI-powered software to enhance my workflow, I want to clarify my approach to its use.

Transparency & Trust

I believe in full transparency about the techniques I use, and I’m committed to maintaining the trust of my audience. If you ever have questions about my workflow or editing process, feel free to reach out at info@capturedbyladi.com

Thanks for joining me on this journey of exploration and creativity. I can’t wait to share more of the world through my lens.

— Ladi

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No Generative AI in My Photography

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In short:

I DO NOT use generative AI to create or alter my images. Every photo I share represents a real moment, captured through my lens and carefully edited to preserve its authenticity. My work is about showcasing genuine scenes—not AI-generated compositions.

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Generative imagery and ‘AI Art’

My images consist of genuine astronomical data captured via observation using photographic equipment.

I DO NOT add weather effects, astronomical targets, or any other data generated by an AI network.

I DO use of some machine learning software, such as Pixinsight and plugins (StarXTerminator; NoiseXTerminator) and similar editing aids that do not add additional data.

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How I Use AI Tools

That said, I do use AI-based tools and algorithms to refine my work in ways that respect the integrity of my images.

Examples include:

  • Noise Reduction: Reducing graininess in low-light shots without losing details.
  • Image Stacking: Combining multiple exposures to improve clarity and reduce noise in astrophotography.
  • Star Removal & Star Correction: I love science and I love precision. These tools help us astrophotographers be as scientifically accurate as possible.

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Here are some examples of software I use:

RC Astro Plugins - https://www.rc-astro.com/

  • BlurXTerminator -
    • https://www.rc-astro.com/software/bxt/
  • NoiseXTerminator -
    • https://www.rc-astro.com/software/nxt/
  • StarXTerminator -
    • https://www.rc-astro.com/software/sxt/
  • GradientXTerminator -
    • https://www.rc-astro.com/software/gxt/

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Here is an example of Starless version of Milky Way Core using StarXTerminator

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Here is an example of Star correction using BlurXTerminator

BEFORE CORRECTION

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AFTER CORRECTION

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Note: If you want to learn more how for example BlurXTerminator works - please refer to:

https://www.rc-astro.com/the-mathematics-of-blurxterminator/

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And a few more. I will update this list from time to time.

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These tools help streamline my process, but the creative vision and final results remain rooted in my hands-on approach.

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