How To Use Reference Images For Better Results In Midjourney
TLDRIn this informative tutorial, the presenter guides viewers on how to utilize reference images to enhance their image creation process with Midjourney, an AI art generation tool. The video begins with instructions on accessing Midjourney through their website and joining their Discord server, which is essential for using the AI. The presenter then demonstrates how to sign in, connect a Google or Microsoft account, and purchase a subscription plan if desired. The audience is shown examples of high-quality images created by other users, emphasizing the potential of Midjourney. The main focus of the tutorial is on how to find and use reference images from sources like Google, ensuring they are in the correct file format (PNG or JPG). The presenter explains how to add the Midjourney bot to a custom Discord server and use specific commands to upload the reference image and provide detailed instructions for the AI. The process includes specifying the desired style (e.g., modern painting) and requesting multiple versions (V1-V4) for selection. The video concludes with a reminder to use the correct parameters for the best results and a mention of the availability of a free trial for new users.
Takeaways
- 🌐 Start by going to midjourney.com and join the Midjourney Discord server to access the AI.
- 🔗 Accept the Discord invite link to join the Midjourney server where you can see examples of images created by others.
- 📋 Sign in to your account, connect your Google or Microsoft account, and purchase a subscription if necessary.
- 📈 View example images on the Midjourney dashboard to understand the quality and style of images the AI can create.
- 🔍 Find and download a reference image in .png or .jpg format from a source like Google for your project.
- 📁 Create a new server in Discord for your specific Midjourney project if you wish to keep things organized.
- 🤖 Add the Midjourney bot to your newly created server to start using its features.
- 📝 Use the `/info` command to check your account details and subscription status within the Midjourney bot.
- 📎 Upload your reference image directly into the Discord chat where you're working with the Midjourney bot.
- ✅ Enter the `.imagine` command followed by specific instructions and the link to your reference image to generate an image.
- 🖼️ Request multiple versions of the image by adding a version number (e.g., V1, V2, etc.) to see different interpretations.
- 📚 Use the trial subscription or a free trial if available to test out the Midjourney service before committing to a paid plan.
Q & A
What is the first step to use reference images in Midjourney?
-The first step is to go to midjourney.com and join the Midjourney Discord server, as it is required to access the AI.
How can one sign in to Midjourney?
-To sign in, one needs to connect their Google account or Microsoft account, which will be prompted upon joining the Discord server.
What are the different plans available for Midjourney?
-The plans available are Basic, Standard, and Pro, with yearly billing options that offer savings over monthly payments.
How can users view examples of what Midjourney can do?
-Users can view examples by clicking on the 'show pie' option in the dashboard, which will display various high-quality images created by the AI.
What file formats are acceptable for the reference images?
-The acceptable file formats for reference images are PNG, JPG, and JPEG.
How does one add a Midjourney bot to their own Discord server?
-To add the Midjourney bot, one must create a server, then find and click on the Midjourney bot, select the server they created, and follow the prompts to add it.
What command is used to upload a reference image in the chat?
-The command to upload a reference image is not explicitly stated, but it is implied that one should use the chat's upload functionality.
How do you include a reference image in the 'imagine' command?
-You include the reference image by copying the image URL, pasting it into the 'imagine' command after 'Pro', and then adding your specific instructions.
What does the 'HQ' specification in the 'imagine' command mean?
-The 'HQ' specification stands for 'High Quality', indicating that the user wants the output image to be of high quality.
How many variations of the image can be generated using the 'V' command?
-Using the 'V' command, one can generate four variations of the image, labeled as V1, V2, V3, and V4.
What does the 'U' command followed by a number represent?
-The 'U' command followed by a number represents the 'Up Scale' version of the image. For example, U1 would be the upscaled version of image 1.
What is the significance of the 'V' and 'U' numbers in the output?
-The 'V' numbers (V1, V2, V3, V4) represent different variations of the image created by Midjourney, while the 'U' numbers (U1, U2, U3, U4) represent upscaled versions of the same image.
Outlines
🎨 Getting Started with Midjourney: Discord Integration and Image Creation
The video begins with an introduction to using reference images with Midjourney, an AI image creation tool. The host guides viewers to visit Midjourney's website, join their Discord server for community interaction and AI assistance. It emphasizes the need for permissions to send messages in the server and offers a glimpse into the high-quality images created by users. The host also discusses signing in, connecting Google or Microsoft accounts, and purchasing a subscription plan for Midjourney. The dashboard is briefly shown, displaying examples of what the AI can create, like a stylized image of Spider-Man. The process then moves on to obtaining a reference image from Google and ensuring it's in a compatible format like PNG or JPG before proceeding.
📌 Adding Midjourney Bot to a Discord Server and Image Upload
The host demonstrates how to add the Midjourney bot to a custom Discord server. This involves selecting the server and confirming its addition, after which the bot provides commands for image creation. The viewer is shown how to use the '/info' command to check account details and subscription status. The next step is to upload a reference image to the chat for the AI to use. The host explains how to use the '/imagine' command followed by specific instructions to guide the AI in creating an image. These instructions include the style (modern painting), quality (high quality), and the request for four variations of the image. However, the host notes that due to a trial subscription, they are unable to execute the command but instead shows the reference images in the Discord server, explaining how the variations (V1 to V4) and upscaled images (U1 to U4) would be presented for selection.
🔑 Subscription and Free Trial for Midjourney Usage
The final paragraph briefly mentions that to achieve the image creation process shown, one would need either a subscription or a free trial, which is available for new users. It serves as a reminder that while the video demonstrates the process, actual usage requires an active subscription or trial period.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Midjourney
💡Reference Images
💡Discord Server
💡AI
💡Google Account
💡Subscription Plan
💡High-Quality Images
💡Commands
💡Modern Painting Style
💡Variations
💡Upscale
Highlights
Introduction to using reference images in Midjourney for better image creation results.
Accessing Midjourney through their website and joining the Discord server.
The necessity of connecting a Google or Microsoft account to use Midjourney's AI.
Options to purchase different subscription plans for Midjourney services.
Viewing example images created by Midjourney users in the Discord server.
The importance of selecting high-quality reference images for the AI to learn from.
Downloading reference images in the correct file format (PNG, JPG).
Creating a custom server in Discord to integrate Midjourney for specific tasks.
Adding the Midjourney bot to the custom server for image creation requests.
Using the 'slash' command to interact with the Midjourney bot for image generation.
Uploading the reference image directly into the chat for the AI to use.
Entering specific instructions for the AI to generate the desired image style.
The option to create multiple variations of the image using the 'V' command.
The ability to upscale images using the 'U' command for higher resolution outputs.
The trial subscription allows users to test Midjourney's capabilities before purchasing.
The final step is to input specifications and execute the command to generate the image.
An example of how to achieve high-quality image results using reference images with Midjourney.
The importance of correct parameter input for successful image generation.