Introduction to the process of converting 2D images into 3D using AI tools.

• The presenter introduces the tutorial on turning 2D images into 3D.
• An image from an environment pack is chosen to be converted into 3D.

Using Zoey Depth AI on Hugging Face to convert a 2D image to 3D.

• Zoey Depth AI's website on Hugging Face is used for the conversion.
• The selected image is uploaded, and the 'keep occlusion edges' option is selected before submitting.

Examining the converted 3D image and preparing to import into After Effects.

• Once the conversion is complete, the 3D image is interactive and can be manipulated.
• The image is darker than the original, which will be corrected in After Effects.
• The 3D model is downloaded as a GLB file for import into After Effects beta.

Preparing After Effects beta for importing and working with 3D files.

• The beta version of After Effects is required to handle GLB files.
• Installation instructions for the beta version are provided.
• The GLB file is imported and a new composition is created.

Adjusting composition settings in After Effects to match the footage.

• The composition settings are changed to match the frame rate and resolution of the green screen footage.
• Orientation of the 3D image is corrected for proper viewing.

Keying and integrating green screen footage with the 3D background.

• Green screen footage is scaled down and keyed out using Keylight, Key Cleaner, and Advanced Spill Suppressor effects.
• A mask is created around the subject to remove unwanted elements from the footage.
• The subject is placed into the 3D environment and adjustment layers are used to prevent clipping.

Final touches to the scene, including camera movement and image quality improvements.

• A null object is added to control camera movement smoothly.
• The camera is animated to create a parallax effect, enhancing the 3D feel.
• A sharpen effect is applied to the adjustment layer to improve image detail.