Ultimate Midjourney AI Guide (Part 1) - The Basics
TLDRThis video is the first part of the Ultimate Midjourney AI Guide, focusing on the basics of using Midjourney. The guide introduces viewers to setting up an account, navigating the platform, and creating images. It explains the importance of a Discord account for access and offers a step-by-step process for joining the Midjourney beta. The video also covers the different subscription plans available and how to set up a personal Midjourney server for art creation. It provides an overview of the settings, including the various modes like raw, public, remix, and the different generation speeds. The guide demonstrates creating an image using a simple prompt and explains the use of upscale and variation buttons. It also touches on prompt parameters, specifically changing the aspect ratio for different image formats. The video promises more in-depth exploration of features in subsequent parts of the series, encouraging viewers to subscribe for updates.
Takeaways
- π **Mid Journey Series Introduction**: This is a complete guide to Mid Journey, broken into different videos covering everything from basics to advanced features.
- πΊ **Video Content**: The first video focuses on the basics, including setting up an account, creating an image, and understanding the settings.
- π **Notifications**: It's recommended to hit the notification bell to stay updated with new videos as they are released.
- π **Account Setup**: To start with Mid Journey, you need a Discord account. The 'Join the Beta' button is used to access Mid Journey after signing into Discord.
- π‘ **Showcase Feature**: The Showcase button is useful for finding inspiration and copying prompts from other users' artwork.
- π¨ **Subscription Plans**: Mid Journey requires a subscription, with options ranging from Basic to Mega, offering different features and generation limits.
- π’ **Creating a Server**: Users can create their own Mid Journey server to keep their artwork separate from the public and organized.
- π **Model Versions**: Mid Journey offers access to previous models, allowing users to choose the style that best fits their needs.
- πΌοΈ **Image Creation**: The process of creating an image involves typing '/imag' followed by a prompt, with options to upscale, reroll, and create variations.
- ποΈ **Settings and Modes**: Mid Journey has various settings such as raw mode for realistic images, public mode for discoverability, and different generation speeds.
- π **Aspect Ratio Parameters**: Users can adjust the aspect ratio of their images using parameters, which is useful for creating content for specific platforms or displays.
- π **Further Learning**: The series promises to cover more advanced topics and parameters in subsequent videos, encouraging viewers to continue learning about Mid Journey.
Q & A
What is the purpose of the Mid Journey Series?
-The purpose of the Mid Journey Series is to guide users through the basics and advanced features of using Mid Journey, an AI image creation tool. It is broken down into different videos to avoid overwhelming the viewer.
How can one start creating an account on Mid Journey?
-To start creating an account on Mid Journey, one needs to go to Midjourney.com, click on the 'Join the Beta' button, and sign in with a Discord account. If you don't have a Discord account, you need to create one first.
What is the role of the Showcase button on Mid Journey's website?
-The Showcase button on Mid Journey's website is used to find inspiration by viewing user-created artwork. It allows users to see what others are creating and even copy the prompts used to generate those images.
What are the different subscription plans available for Mid Journey?
-Mid Journey offers a Basic, Standard, Pro, and Mega plan. The Basic plan is limited to about 200 generations per month, while the Standard plan offers unlimited relaxed generations and a certain amount of fast generations.
How does one create their own Mid Journey server?
-To create a personal Mid Journey server, one needs to click on the plus icon at the bottom left, select 'Create my own', choose the server type, name the server, upload a profile picture, and then click 'Create'.
What is the difference between fast and relaxed generations in Mid Journey?
-Fast generations in Mid Journey refer to the quick generation of artwork. Relaxed generations allow for a more artistic and less prompt-strict image creation, taking more time to generate.
How does one access the settings in Mid Journey?
-To access the settings in Mid Journey, one needs to type '/settings' into the text box and press enter. This will bring up the settings menu where various options can be adjusted.
What does the 'Raw Mode' in Mid Journey do?
-Raw mode in Mid Journey creates more realistic-looking images. It adjusts the stylization values to produce images that closely match the prompt but are less artistic.
How can one upscale an image in Mid Journey?
-To upscale an image in Mid Journey, one needs to select the image they like and click the corresponding 'U' button (e.g., U2 for the top right image). This will generate an upscaled version of the selected image.
What is the 'Reroll' button used for in Mid Journey?
-The 'Reroll' button in Mid Journey is used to generate four different outputs based on the same prompt. It's useful if the initial set of images does not meet the user's expectations.
How can one change the aspect ratio of an image in Mid Journey?
-To change the aspect ratio of an image in Mid Journey, one can add a parameter at the end of the prompt, such as '--ar16:9' for a 16:9 aspect ratio, which is commonly used for monitors and TVs.
What is the 'Nii Model' in Mid Journey?
-The 'Nii Model' in Mid Journey is a specific version of the AI model that is particularly good at creating images with an anime style, giving them anime aesthetics.
Outlines
π Getting Started with Mid Journey: Account Setup and Basics
This paragraph introduces the Mid Journey Series, explaining that it will be broken down into multiple videos covering various aspects of Mid Journey. The speaker guides viewers on setting up an account, navigating the platform, and creating images. It emphasizes the importance of subscribing for access to creating art and outlines the different subscription plans available. The paragraph also discusses creating a personal Mid Journey server for organizing and viewing artwork privately.
πΌοΈ Exploring Mid Journey's Image Creation and Settings
The second paragraph delves into the process of creating art within a personal Mid Journey server. It covers accessing settings, choosing between different Mid Journey models, and understanding the various modes such as raw mode, public mode, remix mode, high/low variation mode, and turbo/fast/relax modes. The speaker demonstrates how to create an image using a prompt, discusses the generation process, and explains the function of the upscale and reroll buttons. It also touches on creating variations of an image and the use of different Mid Journey models for distinct artistic styles.
π οΈ Customizing Your Artwork with Parameters and Aspect Ratios
The final paragraph focuses on the customization options available in Mid Journey, particularly the use of prompt parameters to alter aspects such as aspect ratios. It provides an example of how to change the default square aspect ratio to a landscape or portrait style, which is beneficial for creating images suited for different platforms like social media. The speaker also mentions that there will be a dedicated video on parameters in the series, inviting viewers to check out the entire guide for mastering Mid Journey.
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Keywords
π‘Mid Journey
π‘Discord
π‘Subscription Plans
π‘Mid Journey Server
π‘Upscale
π‘Prompt
π‘Raw Mode
π‘Nii Model
π‘Parameters
π‘Turbo Mode
π‘Aspect Ratio
Highlights
Introduction to the Ultimate Midjourney AI Guide with a focus on the basics of Midjourney.
The guide series will be broken down into different videos for easier understanding.
Explanation on how to set up a Midjourney account using Discord.
The Showcase button on Midjourney.com for finding inspiration and copying prompts from user-created artwork.
Different subscription plans available for Midjourney, including Basic, Standard, Pro, and Mega.
Demonstration of creating a personal Midjourney server for organizing and creating art.
The use of different Midjourney models, including version 5.2, for creating images.
Accessing and navigating the settings of Midjourney to customize the image generation process.
The ability to upscale images for higher resolution and reroll the prompt for different outputs.
Creating variations of an image with subtle differences using the variation buttons.
Using raw mode in Midjourney for more realistic-looking image generation.
Exploring the nii style for creating anime-style images and its distinct aesthetic.
Introduction to prompt parameters for advanced control over image generation, such as aspect ratio.
Creating images with specific aspect ratios for different uses, like social media.
The potential for users to become masters of Midjourney through the comprehensive guide series.
Invitation to subscribe and follow the channel for the rest of the Ultimate Midjourney Guide Series.