Animal Generator emerged from an exploration building a simple toy with AI. Animal Generator lets you mix and match animals to create new creatures.
It’s a Mac app that harnesses Apple Intelligence, specifically the Image Playground feature, to generate unique animated-style creatures in Apple’s distinctive artistic style. Select from a variety of animal emojis and colors to create your own beasts—all processed directly on your device, requiring no internet connection.
So go for it, generate an elephant with a lion to create an "Elelion.”
Future Ideas
Some future ways to expand the possibilities include emotions, actions, costumes, and environmental settings. Imagine your animal mashups expressing different moods or wearing seasonal outfits. And doing this as an iPhone app!
Really excited about the possibility of projecting these generative creatures onto buildings, creating an interactive public installation where a passersby can control the animals. And add sound! Imagine hearing the majestic roar of an "Elelion" that combines an elephant's trumpet with a lion's roar.
Requirements
macOS 15.1 or later
Apple Silicon chip (M1 or newer)
Apple Intelligence enabled (default on macOS 15.3+)
Earlier versions require manually enabling Apple Intelligence in System Settings.
Try It Out
We're seeking feedback and collaboration opportunities, especially around public installations and interactive experiences. Whether you're an artist, developer, or just someone who loves creating whimsical creatures, we'd love to hear your thoughts and ideas!
This is just the beginning of our exploration into creative AI toys. If you're interested in combining technology and play in new ways, we'd love to hear from you. seb@noefoundry.com