BEST Midjourney Workflow for Tuning Your Own Style
TLDRThe video outlines a seven-step workflow for utilizing style tuning in Midjourney, emphasizing the importance of aspect ratio, default vs. raw mode, and style selection with limited image pairs. It suggests testing style with different subjects, using style codes and adjusting 'fast hours' for permutations. The workflow encourages saving styles as shortcuts, experimenting with stylized values, and adding chaos for variety. Finally, it mentions the option to switch to 'style raw' for a different output.
Takeaways
- 🎨 Include aspect ratio in the prompt as it influences the output.
- 📌 Stick to default mode for now, as it provides similar results to raw mode and can be changed later.
- 🏷️ Limit style directions to 16 options to avoid overwhelming choices.
- 💡 Test the chosen style by pasting the prompt into Midjourney to see the rough sketch output.
- 🔍 Experiment with different subjects to see how the style translates across various images.
- 📋 Use fast hours and squiggly brackets to create style permutations for further testing.
- 💼 Save preferred styles as shortcuts for quick access and time efficiency.
- 🔄 Adjust the 'styliz' parameter to modify the influence of the style code on the generated images.
- 🎲 Introduce 'chaos' to add variety and increase the chances of unique image generation.
- 🔄 After finding a suitable stylized value, explore different combinations with and without chaos.
- 🎨 Switch from default to raw mode after the fact to see the differences in style application.
Q & A
What is the first step in the seven-step process for tuning a prompt in Midjourney?
-The first step is to include an aspect ratio in your prompt, as it will reflect in the generated images.
What is the recommended mode to start with when tuning a style in Midjourney?
-The recommended mode to start with is default mode, as it provides similar results to raw mode and can be switched to raw mode later if needed.
How many style directions are suggested to be chosen initially in the Midjourney workflow?
-It is suggested to stick to 16 style directions initially, which provides 32 pictures to choose from.
What are the two ways to select a style in Midjourney?
-The two ways to select a style are by choosing between pairs, which shows the whole grid, or by picking favorite single images from a larger grid.
How can you test a chosen style in Midjourney?
-To test a chosen style, copy the entire prompt and paste it into Midjourney to generate rough sketches with the new style.
What is the purpose of using squiggly brackets and commas in the prompt when creating a style in Midjourney?
-Squiggly brackets and commas are used to create a permutation with the style code, allowing you to test the style with and without the original prompt.
How can you save a style as a shortcut in Midjourney for future use?
-You can save a style as a shortcut by copying the prompt plus the style code, going to the prompt box, using the forward slash command to access preferences, and then creating a name for the shortcut with the value box containing the prompt and style code.
What does the 'styliz' parameter do in Midjourney?
-The 'styliz' parameter adjusts the influence of the style code on the generated images. If the desired effect is not achieved, you can increase the 'S' value to enhance the style's impact.
What is the 'chaos' parameter in Midjourney, and how does it affect the generated images?
-The 'chaos' parameter introduces variety into the generated grid, increasing the chances of finding a unique image. It ranges from 0 to 100, with higher values adding more variety.
How can you switch a style from default to raw mode after the fact in Midjourney?
-You can switch a style to raw mode by adding the word 'raw' followed by a dash before the style code in the prompt.
What is the recommended approach for testing different stylized values in Midjourney?
-It is recommended to try one lower value and three higher values than the default (100) by using permutations to explore different effects quickly.
Why is it important to test the style code with different subjects in Midjourney?
-Testing the style code with different subjects helps to understand how versatile the style is and how it can be adapted to various prompts, potentially leading to unique and creative outcomes.
Outlines
🎨 MidJourney Update: Style Tuning and Aspect Ratio
The video script introduces a new update in MidJourney that focuses on style tuning. It emphasizes the importance of including aspect ratio when tuning a prompt, as it will reflect in the generated images. The script suggests including 2x3 for posters and 16:9 for wider aspect ratio content. It also advises sticking to default mode over raw mode for now, as the results are similar, and the mode can be changed later. The process involves selecting style directions with 16 options, and the video creator shares personal preferences for choosing between pairs or single images for better visualization. The workflow continues with testing the chosen style with a specific example, like creating a rough sketch manga, and exploring how the style can be applied to other subjects like Batman. The video also discusses the impact of including or excluding words from the original style-creating prompt and suggests testing both options.
🚀 Enhancing Your Style: Shortcuts and Stylized Values
This paragraph delves into the process of enhancing and experimenting with the chosen style. It starts by explaining how to save a preferred style as a shortcut for future use, making the workflow more efficient. The video demonstrates how to expand the shortcut and adjust the stylized parameter to increase the influence of the style code on the generated images. The script suggests trying different stylized values, including lower and higher ones, to achieve the desired effect. It also introduces the concept of 'chaos' to add variety to the generated grid, recommending a cautious approach with the chaos value to avoid excessive divergence from the original style. The paragraph concludes with a tip on how to switch from default to raw mode after the fact, showcasing the flexibility of the style tuning process.
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Keywords
💡Aspect Ratio
💡Default Mode vs Raw Mode
💡Style Directions
💡Style Tuning
💡GPU Credits
💡Fast Hours
💡Style Code
💡Permutations
💡Chaos
💡Styliz Parameter
💡Shortcuts
Highlights
The introduction of a seven-step process for the new style tuning workflow in Midjourney.
The importance of including aspect ratio when tuning a prompt, as it reflects in the generated images.
Default mode is recommended over raw mode for now, with the option to switch later.
Style directions should include 16 options, offering 32 pictures to choose from.
Personal preference in selecting style through pairs or single images for better visualization.
The process of testing the chosen style by copying the prompt into Midjourney.
Experimenting with different subjects to see how the style can be applied broadly.
The recommendation to enable fast hours for efficient workflow.
Using squiggly brackets and commas to create permutations for testing style codes.
The impact of keeping or deleting original prompt words on the final image.
Saving preferred styles as shortcuts to save time and effort in future use.
Adjusting the styliz parameter to increase or decrease the influence of the style code.
The suggestion to test a range of styliz values to achieve the desired effect.
Introducing chaos to add variety and increase the chances of finding unique images.
The option to switch from default to raw mode after the fact for enhanced styling.
The presenter's goal to reach 30,000 subscribers and the call to action for likes.