5 AI Art Side Hustles That ACTUALLY Make Money...
TLDRThis video script outlines five innovative ways to generate income using AI art, providing insights into the lucrative potential of AI-generated content. It highlights the success of Wisdom Story videos on YouTube, which leverage AI art and voiceovers to attract millions of views and substantial ad revenue. The script also explores the creation and sale of AI art on platforms like Zazzle and Redbubble, emphasizing the profitability of print-on-demand products such as pillows and shower curtains. Additionally, it introduces the concept of selling AI-generated prompts on marketplaces like Etsy and PromptBase, tapping into the demand for creative AI tools. Lastly, the script discusses the production of story time videos, particularly in the spooky niche, which can yield high earnings due to their popularity and engagement. The video also shares practical tips on using AI art apps like Midjourney to create various styles of artwork, tailored to different monetization strategies.
Takeaways
- 🎨 **AI Art Videos on YouTube**: Creating AI art videos, like Wisdom Story videos, can generate significant views and revenue through YouTube's monetization program, with an average RPM of $3.30 to $4.40.
- 🌐 **Global Reach with YouTube**: YouTube assets are available in over 200 countries, allowing creators to earn from a worldwide audience.
- 📈 **Monetization Thresholds**: To monetize on YouTube, channels need to reach 4,000 watch hours and 1,000 subscribers, which often happen concurrently for growing channels.
- 📊 **RPM Variability**: Some videos and channels can achieve a higher RPM than average, with the speaker experiencing RPMs well above $4.
- 🚀 **AI Art Generation**: Tools like Midjourney, DALL-E, or Leonardo can be used to generate AI art, which can then be used in videos or on products.
- 🧘 **Creating Mystical AI Art**: Requesting lower detail in AI art can produce a more mystical and calming feel, which may be desirable for certain projects.
- 📏 **Aspect Ratio for Videos**: Using a 16:9 aspect ratio for AI art matches the standard size for YouTube videos, ensuring compatibility for uploads.
- 🛋️ **AI Art on Products**: AI-generated artwork can be sold on print-on-demand platforms like Zazzle, Redbubble, or through an Etsy store using Printify.
- 💰 **Profitable Niches**: Niches such as William Morris-inspired designs for throw pillows are currently trending and can be highly profitable on platforms like Etsy.
- 📚 **Selling AI Prompts**: There's a market for selling AI image prompts on platforms like Etsy and PromptBase, which can be a source of income for creators.
- 📹 **Story Time Videos**: Producing story time videos, especially in niches like creepy stories, can attract high views and potentially high RPMs, leading to substantial earnings.
- 🚿 **Shower Curtains with AI Art**: Customizable shower curtains featuring AI art can be sold on print-on-demand platforms or marketplaces like Etsy for profit.
Q & A
What is the monetization model used by the YouTube channel 'Wisdom Story videos'?
-The YouTube channel 'Wisdom Story videos' monetizes its content through YouTube's monetization program, which allows creators to earn money by splitting advertising revenue with YouTube on their videos.
What is the average RPM for most YouTube videos?
-The average RPM (Revenue Per Mille) for most YouTube videos is between $3.30 and $4.40, meaning that a video earns this amount per 1000 views.
How much revenue can a YouTube video with 2.4 million views potentially earn for its creator?
-A video with 2.4 million views could potentially earn its creator between $7,900 and $10,560, depending on the RPM.
What are the requirements for a YouTube channel to be eligible for monetization?
-To be eligible for monetization, a YouTube channel needs to have at least 1,000 subscribers and 4,000 watch hours.
How can one generate AI art for videos using Midjourney?
-One can generate AI art for videos using Midjourney by providing a detailed prompt describing the image, including age, pose, angle, setting, feeling, and quality. The aspect ratio parameter can also be set to match the desired video format, such as 16:9 for standard YouTube videos.
What is the process of creating and selling cell pillows with AI artwork?
-To create and sell cell pillows with AI artwork, one can use a print-on-demand marketplace like zazzle.com or redbubble.com, where they can upload their AI art and earn a commission each time the art is sold on a product like a pillow. Alternatively, they can use a print-on-demand app like Printify to customize a pillow and list it for sale on Etsy.
What is the appeal of creating William Morris inspired pillows?
-William Morris inspired pillows are appealing because they feature designs that are reminiscent of traditional British style textiles, which have been popularized through Morris's artwork. These designs look particularly attractive when printed onto pillows, making them popular with customers.
How can one create and sell Midjourney prompts?
-One can create and sell Midjourney prompts by designing prompts that generate appealing AI art and selling them on platforms like Etsy or PromptBase, which are dedicated marketplaces for AI app prompts.
What is the average RPM for creepy story time videos on YouTube?
-The average RPM for creepy story time videos on YouTube is around $11, which means for every 1000 views, the creator earns $11 from YouTube ads.
How can one create AI art for story time videos?
-To create AI art for story time videos, one can use an AI image generator like Midjourney to create images that match the theme of the story. This involves setting the desired style, detailing the subject, and specifying the mood and lighting of the image.
What are the two ways to create and sell shower curtains with AI art?
-The two ways to create and sell shower curtains with AI art are: 1) Using a print-on-demand app like Printify to customize a shower curtain and then listing it for sale on an online marketplace like Etsy. 2) Selling the customized shower curtains directly on dedicated print-on-demand marketplaces like zazzle.com or redbubble.com.
Why is it beneficial to experiment with different versions of an AI art generator like Midjourney?
-Experimenting with different versions of an AI art generator like Midjourney is beneficial because each version may produce different results, and some versions might better suit the desired style or outcome for a particular project.
Outlines
🎨 Generating Income with AI Art Videos
The video introduces five different methods to make money using AI-generated art. It discusses the success of a YouTube channel that went viral with a slideshow of AI art and voiceover, earning significant revenue through YouTube's monetization program. The average revenue per mille (RPM) for YouTube videos is explained, and the potential earnings from such a viral video are estimated. The video also touches on the use of AI art apps like Midjourney and the importance of creating shareable content to achieve virality.
🛍️ Selling AI Art on Merchandise
The video covers how to create and sell merchandise featuring AI-generated art, such as pillows. It explains the process of using print-on-demand services like Zazzle, Redbubble, or Printify to upload AI art onto products, set a price, and earn a profit from each sale. The potential for high earnings is highlighted, especially with trending designs like William Morris-inspired pillows. The video also demonstrates how to use Midjourney to create a William Morris-inspired design with a butterfly theme.
📑 Selling AI Art Prompts
The video discusses the market for selling AI art prompts on platforms like Etsy and PromptBase. It provides an example of a successful set of Midjourney prompts that generated significant income. The video suggests creating and selling prompts for various AI applications and gives an idea of the pricing strategy for these prompt packs. It also emphasizes the popularity of Midjourney prompts and how to create effective prompts for sale.
📚 Story Time Videos with AI Art
The video explores the niche of story time videos on YouTube, particularly focusing on the creepy stories genre. It mentions a channel that earns an average RPM of $11, leading to substantial monthly earnings. The video also covers how these videos are primarily AI-generated, using AI voiceovers and artwork. It challenges itself to create a similar AI art piece of a suburban house with a creepy vibe, using Midjourney's older versions for better results.
🚿 Profitable AI Art Shower Curtains
The video talks about creating and selling shower curtains with AI art through print-on-demand platforms or online marketplaces like Etsy. It outlines the profitability of this venture, with high-profit margins due to the difference in cost and selling price. The video also provides tips on researching the best-selling products on RedBubble and creating a unique AI art piece with a cowboy theme using Midjourney's different versions for varied results.
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Keywords
💡AI Art
💡Monetization
💡YouTube Assets
💡RPM
💡Print on Demand (POD)
💡Midjourney
💡Etsy
💡William Morris
💡PromptBase
💡Whispered Diaries
💡Negative Space
Highlights
Discover five innovative ways to make money with AI art that are actually effective.
A YouTube channel named Wisdom Story videos gained its first viral hit in less than two weeks using AI art and voiceover.
Monetization through YouTube's Partner Program is possible with over 2.4 million views, earning an estimated $7,900 to $10,560.
YouTube assets allow creators to earn by sharing ad revenue in over 200 countries.
AI-generated videos can be created using apps like Midjourney and voiceover scripts from ChatGPT 2.
Channels creating wisdom story videos can amass thousands to millions of views and substantial subscriber growth.
To generate viral AI art, use apps like Midjourney, DALL-E, or Leonardo to create unique images.
Print on Demand services like zazzle.com or redbubble.com enable selling AI art on products like pillows for profit.
Etsy is a popular platform for selling custom pillows with trending designs, such as William Morris inspired patterns.
Midjourney can replicate styles of historical artists like William Morris for new designs.
Etsy has a thriving market for selling AI-generated prompts for apps like Midjourney and ChatGPT.
Story time videos, particularly in the creepy niche, can attract high views and earnings on YouTube.
Channels like Whispered Diaries earn an average of $11 RPM from spooky story videos.
Different versions of AI art generators like Midjourney can yield significantly different results based on the settings used.
Shower curtains featuring AI art are popular on print on demand marketplaces and can be sold for a high profit margin.
Using AI art to create themed designs, such as cowboy dogs, can result in unique and appealing products for sale.
Experimenting with different versions and settings of AI art generators can lead to desired outcomes for specific themes.
Watch the next video for more insights on making money by selling print on demand products.