Where's Ed? Long Island Businesses Get Creative with AI-Generated Photos
Ed Sheeran made a visit to Osteria Umbra in Smithtown, where he took a photo with the restaurant's owners. This sparked a social media trend called "Where's Ed?" where businesses across Long Island used artificial intelligence to create images of Sheeran visiting their establishments. The trend spread from Smithtown to Babylon, Hauppauge, Patchogue, and Westhampton Beach, with each business sharing their own AI-generated photo of Sheeran at their location.
The initial visit to Osteria Umbra was real, followed by another genuine stop at eatMOSAIC in St. James. However, the AI-generated images of Sheeran at various businesses became increasingly elaborate and humorous. From Don Jono's Pizzeria to North Shore Paving Corp., and even a lawn mowing session in a backyard, the sightings of Sheeran around Long Island continued to grow in creativity.
Dancehouse Studios in Commack shared an image of Sheeran taking a dance class, while The Smithtown Library depicted him hugging a bull mascot. The Smithtown Fire Department also joined in, showing Sheeran with the Fire Chief in an AI-labeled photo. The trend extended beyond Smithtown, with businesses in Babylon, Hauppauge, Patchogue, and Westhampton Beach also participating in the fun.
Karat and Crown in Babylon, a Hauppauge insurance agent, Westhampton Beach Brewing Company, and photographer That Guy Event Photo in Patchogue all contributed their own AI-generated images of Sheeran at their locations. Even Waverly Martial Arts shared a photo of Sheeran with instructors, joking about his martial arts training. The businesses clarified that Sheeran did not actually visit their establishments, but they enjoyed participating in the playful trend.
In conclusion, the "Where's Ed?" social media trend brought a sense of humor and creativity to businesses across Long Island, as they playfully imagined Ed Sheeran making surprise visits to their locations through AI-generated images. The trend showcased the community's lighthearted spirit and provided a fun way for businesses to engage with their audience online.