Top 5 AI Image generators & how to use them for free

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26 Oct 202204:32

TLDRExplore the top 5 free AI image generators currently available. Dolly, accessible at labs.openai.com, offers 50 free credits upon sign-up and allows users to generate art with customizable prompts or the 'Surprise Me' feature. Mid-journey, requiring a Discord account, provides a platform for generating art in the newbies section with a simple command. NightCafe gives five free credits daily and offers advanced options for creating art, with the ability to upscale and purchase prints. Don AI, a mobile app, offers unlimited free art generation with various styles and the option to sketch or upload images for variations. Lastly, Deep Dream Generator provides 35 free credits for generating images based on text prompts. Each platform has its unique features, catering to different artistic needs and preferences.

Takeaways

  • 🎨 Dolly is an AI image generator accessible at labs.openai.com, offering 50 free credits upon signing up with an email ID.
  • πŸ–ΌοΈ Users can generate art by typing prompts or using the 'Surprise Me' button, and can edit or create variations of AI-generated images.
  • πŸ“± Mid-Journey requires a Discord account and offers free art generation in the newbies section, ideal for singular and close-up subjects.
  • πŸ” NightCafe provides five free credits daily, with advanced options for creating art and the ability to purchase prints.
  • πŸ“± Don AI is a mobile app available on Google and Apple App Stores, offering free and unlimited image generation with various art styles.
  • 🎨 Deep Dream Generator is a platform that gives 35 free credits after signing up, allowing users to generate images based on text prompts.
  • πŸ› οΈ Dolly allows users to erase parts of an image and fill it with AI, or extend the image in any direction.
  • πŸ”— Mid-Journey's art generation can be upscaled and varied using the U and V buttons respectively.
  • 🌐 NightCafe offers a premium plan for users requiring more than the daily free credits.
  • πŸ“ˆ Don AI enables users to sketch and turn it into art or upload an image to create variations, all for free.
  • πŸ’‘ The script suggests that AI image generators are versatile tools for creating unique artworks, with various styles and customization options.

Q & A

  • What is the first AI image generator mentioned in the transcript?

    -The first AI image generator mentioned is Dolly, which can be accessed at labs.openai.com.

  • How many credits do you receive upon signing up with Dolly?

    -Upon signing up with your email ID at Dolly, you receive 50 credits for free.

  • What style of artwork is demonstrated to be generated by Dolly in the transcript?

    -Initially, the artwork is generated in a vaporwave style, but it is changed to an oil painting style for demonstration.

  • What is the process to generate art with Dolly?

    -To generate art with Dolly, you type in your prompt in the text box, select the art style, and click generate.

  • How can you edit an AI-generated image with Dolly?

    -You can edit an AI-generated image by erasing parts of the image, filling it with AI, or extending the image in any direction you want.

  • What platform is required to use the AI image generator Mid-Journey?

    -To use Mid-Journey, you need a Discord account and must join their beta through an invite.

  • How do you generate free art with Mid-Journey?

    -You can generate free art in the newbies section of Mid-Journey's Discord server by typing a command followed by your prompt text in the chat box.

  • What type of images does Mid-Journey seem to be particularly good for?

    -Mid-Journey is particularly good for generating singular and close-up images, such as portraits or single objects.

  • What is the daily credit limit for creating art on NightCafe?

    -NightCafe provides five free credits every day for creating art.

  • How many free credits do you get upon signing up for the Deep Dream Generator?

    -Upon signing up for the Deep Dream Generator, you receive 35 free credits.

  • What is the main limitation of the Don AI app mentioned in the transcript?

    -The main limitation of the Don AI app is that it does not provide high-resolution images.

  • What is a unique feature of the Don AI app?

    -A unique feature of the Don AI app is the ability to sketch something and turn it into art or upload an image to create variations from it.

Outlines

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🎨 Exploring Top 5 Free AI Art Generators

The video script introduces viewers to the top five AI art generators that are available for free use. It details the process of signing up and using each service, including Dolly, which offers 50 free credits upon sign-up, allowing users to generate art by entering prompts or using the 'surprise me' button. The script also covers how to edit and expand AI-generated images, and provides a brief overview of other generators such as Mid-Journey, NightCafe, Don AI, and Deep Dream Generator, each with its unique features and capabilities.

Mindmap

Keywords

πŸ’‘Dolly

Dolly is one of the top AI image generators mentioned in the video. It is accessible without a waiting list and allows users to sign up with their email ID to receive 50 free credits for generating images. The platform is used to create art by typing in a prompt, which can then be generated in various styles, such as vaporwave or oil painting. In the video, Dolly is used to showcase the ability to generate and edit AI artwork.

πŸ’‘Mid-Journey

Mid-Journey is another AI image generator that requires a Discord account to use. It is noted for its ability to generate free art in specific sections of the Discord server, like the newbies section. The platform is used by typing a prompt into the chat box, which then generates an image. It is highlighted for creating singular and close-up images, such as portraits or single objects.

πŸ’‘NightCafe

NightCafe is an AI art generator that provides five free credits every day to users. To use more, a Premium plan must be purchased. Users can create art by typing a prompt and selecting an art style, or by using advanced options for more control over the generation process. The platform also allows users to download images, upscale specific versions, and even purchase prints of the generated art.

πŸ’‘Don AI

Don AI is an AI image generator that is available only on mobile phones and is free and unlimited. It can be found in the Google and Apple App Stores. Users can type in a text prompt and select an art style to generate images. The app allows for the generation and downloading of multiple images, but it does not offer high-resolution images. Additionally, users can sketch and turn it into art or upload an image to create variations.

πŸ’‘Deep Dream Generator

Deep Dream Generator is an AI tool that provides users with 35 free credits upon signing up. It is used by typing in a text prompt and then generating an image. Each generation costs five credits. The tool is noted for its accuracy in generating images that closely match the described prompt, making it a useful tool for creating specific types of AI-generated art.

πŸ’‘AI Image Generation

AI Image Generation refers to the process of using artificial intelligence to create images based on textual prompts or other input. It is the main theme of the video, as it discusses various platforms that facilitate this process. The video demonstrates how users can interact with these platforms to generate unique and stylistic artwork.

πŸ’‘Vaporwave

Vaporwave is a music genre and artistic movement that also influences visual art styles. In the context of the video, it is used as a keyword to generate images in the vaporwave style using the Dolly platform. The term illustrates how AI image generators can adapt to and reproduce specific aesthetic styles.

πŸ’‘Oil Painting

Oil Painting is a traditional art form where paint is applied to a canvas or panel with oil as a binder. In the video, it is used as an example of an art style that can be selected when generating images with AI. This showcases the versatility of AI image generators in mimicking and creating artwork in various traditional styles.

πŸ’‘Discord

Discord is a communication platform that the video mentions as a requirement for using the Mid-Journey AI image generator. Users need to have a Discord account and join a specific server to access and use the Mid-Journey platform. This highlights the integration of AI tools with existing social and communication platforms.

πŸ’‘Upscaling

Upscaling refers to the process of increasing the resolution of an image while maintaining or improving its quality. In the video, upscaling is mentioned as a feature available on some AI image generation platforms, allowing users to obtain high-resolution versions of the generated art.

πŸ’‘Free Credits

Free Credits are a form of currency provided by AI image generation platforms that allow users to generate a certain number of images without cost. The video discusses how platforms like Dolly and NightCafe offer free credits as an incentive for users to try their services.

Highlights

Dolly, an AI image generator, is now available without a waiting list and offers 50 free credits upon sign-up.

Users can generate art by typing prompts into the text box or using the 'surprise me' button.

AI-generated images can be customized by changing styles, such as from vaporwave to oil painting.

The third AI-generated artwork can be downloaded, edited, or used to create variations.

Editing features include erasing elements, filling with AI, and extending the image in any direction.

Mid-Journey requires a Discord account and offers free art generation in the newbies section.

Mid-Journey is particularly good for generating singular and close-up images like portraits or single objects.

Upscaling and creating variations of images are possible with the U and V buttons in Mid-Journey.

NightCafe provides five free credits daily and offers a premium plan for additional usage.

Advanced options on NightCafe allow for more detailed and customized art creation.

Don AI is a mobile-only AI image generator that is free and unlimited, offering a variety of art styles.

Don AI allows users to sketch and turn it into art or upload images to create variations.

Deep Dream Generator offers 35 free credits upon sign-up for users to generate images based on text prompts.

Each image generation on Deep Dream Generator costs five credits.

Users can download AI-generated images for personal use or purchase prints from NightCafe.

Editing tools in Dolly allow for creative manipulation of generated images.

Different AI image generators cater to various artistic needs, from style customization to advanced options.

The use of AI in image generation is expanding, offering more possibilities for artists and designers.

Free credits and trial options make AI image generators accessible to a wider audience.