10 Prompts to animate type with Runway AI
Runway’s Gen-3 is the new frontier in AI Video generation
Runway’s Gen-3 is the new frontier in AI Video generation
Artificial intelligence video generation has evolved rapidly, from 2-second clips riddled with morphing and distortion to creating videos almost indistinguishable from actual footage. Leading this transformation is Runway, with the recent release of its next-generation model, Gen-3.
Gen-3 was unveiled two weeks ago, initially tested by creative partners, and is now accessible to everyone — at least the text-to-video version is, with image-to-video capabilities coming soon. Each generation produces a 10–11 second photorealistic clip, showcasing remarkably accurate motion, including human actions that reflect various scenarios and settings.
Effective Prompting: Tips and Examples
Creating effective prompts is crucial given the 500-character limit. Here are ten prompts that worked particularly well to create text effects:
Close-up static shot, a chef uses a gold knife to carve a roast, and as the slices fall, they form the word “MY WAY”. Captures the succulent texture of the meat and the precision of the cuts, on a gold table.
Slow-motion macro shot, black background:
1. Millions of Soap bubbles float gently randomly filling the screen
2. The bubbles merge to form the words “MY WAY” in iridescent, wobbling letters.
2. The words float and move slowly in different directions
3. Suddenly, a gust of wind scatters the bubbles, transforming the letters into a beautiful chaos of rainbow reflections.
Close-up shot, Globs of lava move and float inside a lava lamp, and as they merge and separate, they form the word “My Way”. Focuses on the hypnotic motion and the vivid colors. Cinematic, realistic
Slow-pan macro shot, industrial cyberpunk:
1. Yellow Smoke is being released from symmetric gas pipelines on a wall
2. The gas forms the words “MY WAY” in glowing gaseous bold letters.
2. The words glow and grow
Slow-motion macro shot, black background:
1. Soap bubbles float gently, merging to form the words “MY WAY” in iridescent, wobbling letters.
2. The words float and move slowly
3. Suddenly, a gust of wind scatters the bubbles, transforming the letters into a beautiful chaos of rainbow reflections.
Slow-pan macro shot, elemental transformation, black background:
1. Fire dances to form the words “MY WAY”
Black background made of stone
1. The words “MY WAY” are formed by growing green plants
2. Flowers bloom in accelerated time
Slow-motion macro shot, black background:
1. Streams of colorful paint pour from above and form the words “MY WAY” in vibrant, marbled letters.
Macro zoom out, black background:
1. Extreme close-up of a diamond’s textured skin.
2. As the camera slowly pulls back, more diamonds come into view, already arranged to spell “MY WAY”. Mist swirls around the letters.
Slow pan shot
1. Serene forest at night, fireflies fly all around
2. The fireflies swirl to form the words “My WAY”, twinkling softly with a golden hue, centered, superb cinematic lighting.
Runway’s Gen-3 stands as a testament to the rapid advancements in AI video generation. While we wait for image-to-video capabilities, its impressive motion accuracy and user-friendly interface make it a valuable tool for creators. As AI technology continues to evolve, we can anticipate even more groundbreaking developments in the near future.
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