AI just did in 5 minutes what used to take me 5 hours

May 26, 2025

It’s a new week, and I want to share some mind-blowing AI hacks I literally just discovered while working on my dream commercial project. This AI hack allowed me to save at least 5 hours of drawing time, had I needed to draw everything manually. So, I’m currently working on an extensive bird’s-eye view, and all the rugs and textures need to look exclusive, high-end, AND artistic.

So, yes, I need to merge sketch style with realistic materials.

BUT there’s one problem: I don’t have exact images of the textures and rugs to use directly in my sketch - just the general renderings. At first, I considered drawing them from scratch, like I used to in the past (here’s an example from one of my favorite commercial projects, where I manually drew a blanket):

But today, 5 years later, we have AI. So, I simply asked AI to generate the exact elements I needed, tailored to my project’s perspective - bird’s-eye view. INCREDIBLE! It’s literally the definition of innovation: combining your artistic skills with model tools like the iPad for flexibility and revisions, plus the innovative power of AI.

And if you need a space that doesn’t exist in real life, but you urgently need it - like I did when I was selling an art collection - OF COURSE, AI is here to help!

Now, I REALLY want you to master these hacks too and use them in your work. I'm beyond excited about this discovery (my fingers barely keep up with my brain!). So, I decided to re-open our AI Mastermind just for you!

You’ll learn the two hacks I mentioned above (current AI students will get updates too ;)). I’ll show you how to achieve a 99% realistic render of your space in seconds based on your iPad design (without it, the result would never be as detailed because the iPad gives you control and allows for adjustments before the AI render).

Then, we’ll recreate realistic photoshoots together. Plus, you’ll get instant access to my exclusive lesson: How I Market My Creative Services - a behind-the-scenes look at how I built my client base across high-end brands, real estate, and interior projects.

Get instant access to the AI Mastermind HERE! 

AND every new student will receive a welcome card sent by me personally as a tangible manifesto of creative life!
>> AI Mastermind - Access it here.

And here’s one last insight from me on drawing and the iPad - you’re going to LOVE this! I was never a fan of paper drawing because of the stress - the fear of messing up, drawing the wrong line, etc. Plus, I didn’t have all the brushes, markers, and tools I needed to fully create without limits, which is why I switched to the iPad 8 years ago.

SO! Now, I use a hybrid approach for my work. I first test and experiment on my iPad, then move to paper, as I did with this still life. Both worlds, so to speak ;)

Since I’m on the topic of iPad drawing, you’ll love my brand-new Big Interior Sketching Book I wrote! 50+ pages of drawing and interior inspiration! Get your copy HERE at no cost!

P.S. I was just about to hit "send" on this newsletter when Anna, one of our newest ASDB members, shared her enthusiasm about drawing inside our closed community! Ahhh, I'm so incredibly happy to see this and know that our drawing skills are expanding, encouraging more and more creatives to believe in their abilities! Anna, once again, I’m super proud of you! See you in the next drawing session ;)

With big drawing energy,

at @andshedrawsbig

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