The Ultimate MidJourney Prompting Guide
TLDRThe Ultimate MidJourney Prompting Guide offers a comprehensive tutorial on using the MidJourney tool to create diverse and imaginative images. The guide covers joining the beta, setting preferences, crafting prompts with aspect ratios and negative prompts, and leveraging remix mode for variations. It also shares creative prompts inspired by various artists, explores blending images, and suggests resources for more inspiration, aiming to help users master the art of MidJourney prompting.
Takeaways
- π Visit midjourney.com to join the beta and access the tool through Discord.
- π€ Utilize the mid-journey bot within Discord for private and personalized image generation.
- π οΈ Adjust settings for optimal results, specifically using mid Journey version 4 and enabling remix mode for enhanced creative options.
- βοΈ Create prompts by typing 'imagine' followed by a detailed description of the desired image.
- π Use aspect ratios like 3:2 for landscape or 2:3 for portrait to shape your image.
- π« Experiment with negative prompts (e.g., 'no suit') to exclude certain elements, although they may not always work effectively.
- π Explore variations and remixes of generated images to refine and customize the output.
- π± Use the same seed number to maintain a consistent style across a series of images.
- π¨ Discover and apply creative prompts inspired by other artists to achieve unique artistic styles.
- πΌοΈ Blend images and prompts to create hybrid artworks that combine different elements.
- π Seek out community resources and tools like subreddits, chat GPT, and futuretools.io for additional inspiration and prompts.
Q & A
What is the title of the guide being discussed in the transcript?
-The title of the guide is 'The Ultimate MidJourney Prompting Guide'.
How can one join the beta version of MidJourney?
-To join the beta version of MidJourney, one needs to go to midjourney.com and join the beta. This will open up Discord, so having a Discord account is necessary.
What is the purpose of the MidJourney bot in Discord?
-The MidJourney bot in Discord is used for generating prompts to create images. It allows users to have their own individual bot for private prompting.
What are the default settings for image quality in MidJourney, and can they be changed?
-The default settings in MidJourney are not perfect and can be changed by typing '/settings' in the bot window. Users can select different quality settings and versions of MidJourney.
What does 'remix mode' in MidJourney allow users to do?
-Remix mode in MidJourney allows users to do extra cool stuff with the tool that isn't possible by default. It can be enabled in the settings.
What does 'AR' stand for in the context of MidJourney prompts, and how is it used?
-In the context of MidJourney prompts, 'AR' stands for aspect ratio. It is used to specify the shape of the generated image, such as 1:1 for square, 3:2 for landscape, or 2:3 for portrait.
What is a 'negative prompt' in MidJourney, and how effective are they currently?
-A 'negative prompt' in MidJourney is something that the user does not want to see in the image. However, as of the script's recording, negative prompts in MidJourney version 4 do not work very well and may still include the unwanted elements.
How can users create variations of an image they like in MidJourney?
-Users can create variations of an image they like by using the 'U' button to upscale the image or the 'V1' button to add additional prompts and generate more variations.
What is the purpose of the 'seed' in MidJourney, and how can it be used?
-The 'seed' in MidJourney is a random generated number used to create an image. Users can use the same seed for future images to maintain a similar style, which can be done by including the seed in the prompt with '--seed' followed by the seed number.
Can users upload their own images to MidJourney and what can be done with them?
-Yes, users can upload their own images to MidJourney and use them as a base for generating new images in various styles or even blend them with other images to create unique combinations.
What are some resources mentioned in the transcript for finding inspiration for MidJourney prompts?
-Some resources mentioned for finding inspiration for MidJourney prompts include the Mid Journey subreddit on Reddit, chat GPT for writing prompts, and futuretools.io for various AI tool prompts.
Outlines
π¨ Introduction to Mid Journey Image Creation
The video script opens with an introduction to using Mid Journey, a tool for creating diverse and imaginative images. The narrator showcases various styles of images that can be produced, such as cool, video game-inspired visuals, infographics, watercolors, and posters. The guide promises to demonstrate how to achieve these styles and more through a series of steps and settings adjustments in the Mid Journey platform. The process begins with joining the beta version of Mid Journey through Discord, emphasizing the need for a Discord account and the platform's free availability.
π§ Customizing Mid Journey Settings for Creative Output
The script continues with a detailed guide on customizing Mid Journey's settings to achieve desired image qualities. It explains the importance of selecting 'Mid Journey version 4' and enabling 'remix mode' for advanced features. The narrator also discusses the use of prompts to generate images, including the use of aspect ratios and negative prompts to refine the image generation process. However, it notes that negative prompts may not always work effectively in the latest version of Mid Journey.
πΌοΈ Exploring Image Variations and Style Tweaks
This section delves into how to explore variations of generated images and make further adjustments. The narrator demonstrates how to upscale images for higher resolution, use remix mode to tweak settings with additional prompts, and utilize seeds for consistent styling across images. It also touches on the use of the 'beta upscale redo' and 'remaster' buttons to refine image details, highlighting the iterative nature of the creative process within Mid Journey.
π Advanced Techniques and Community Inspiration
The script introduces advanced prompting techniques and draws inspiration from other creators within the Mid Journey community. It features prompts from Guy Parsons, Chris Castanova, and Olivio Sarriques, showcasing a variety of styles such as synthwave, duotone, 1990s point-and-click adventure game, and more. The narrator shares personal experiences with these prompts and encourages viewers to explore the work of these artists for further inspiration.
π Blending Realistic Styles and Creative Experiments
The video script discusses blending realistic styles with creative experiments in Mid Journey. It covers the creation of images inspired by Charlie Harper's national park posters and demonstrates uploading personal images for style iteration. The narrator also explores blending two images together and combining them with additional prompts for unique artistic outcomes, showcasing the tool's versatility in artistic expression.
π οΈ Ultimate Prompting Guide and Additional Resources
In the final part of the script, the narrator compiles an ultimate guide to Mid Journey prompting, including advanced tricks like blending prompts with generated images for unprecedented designs. It also provides a list of resources for further inspiration, such as the Mid Journey subreddit, chat GPT for prompt generation, and futuretools.io for a curated collection of AI tools and prompts. The guide concludes with a call to action to explore these resources and engage with the AI art community.
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Keywords
π‘MidJourney
π‘Prompting
π‘Discord
π‘Aspect Ratio
π‘Negative Prompt
π‘Upscale
π‘Remix Mode
π‘Seed
π‘Duotone
π‘Isometric
Highlights
Introduction to using Mid Journey to create various styles of images such as cool, video game inspired, infographic, watercolor, and posters.
Instructions on joining the Mid Journey beta through Discord and setting up a personal bot for private prompts.
Tweaking settings in Mid Journey for optimal image quality, including the selection of Mid Journey version 4 and enabling remix mode.
How to type a prompt in Mid Journey, including adding aspect ratios for different image dimensions.
The use of negative prompts in Mid Journey, with a note on their current limitations in version 4.
Generating images with specific prompts and using the 'upscale' feature to refine and enlarge chosen images.
Utilizing remix mode to tweak and generate variations of an image without negative prompts.
Retrieving and using the same seed for future images to maintain a consistent style.
Advanced techniques like 'beta upscale redo' and 'remaster' to fix issues in generated images.
Inspiration from other creators like Guy Parsons on Twitter for unique Mid Journey prompts.
Exploring different artistic styles such as synthwave, duotone, and 1990s point-and-click adventure game themes.
Using prompts from creators like Chris Castanova and Olivio Sarriques for innovative image styles.
Creating images with styles inspired by Charlie Harper's national park posters.
Uploading personal images to Mid Journey and iterating off of them with additional prompts.
Blending two images together using remix mode to create unique hybrid images.
The 'ultimate cheat code' technique for blending prompts with generated images for artistic designs.
Resources for finding more inspiration, including subreddits, chat GPT, and Future Tools.
Final thoughts and a call to action to explore Mid Journey and other AI tools for creative endeavors.