Easily Change Your Own Photos with Midjourney's New Editor

Midjourney is known for creating amazing images from text descriptions. But what if you want to start with your own photo? Now you can directly upload and edit your images using Midjourney's new AI image editor. This feature lets you blend your existing pictures with Midjourney's generation power.

Getting Started with the Midjourney Editor

Accessing the Editor

To use this editor, go to the Midjourney website. Look for the 'Edit' section. At first release, you might need to have generated a certain number of images to get access, but this requirement is expected to become lower over time.

Uploading Your Image

Inside the editor, you can upload an image easily. You can paste an image URL or just drag and drop a file from your computer. Once your image is there, you'll see tools on the left, a prompt bar at the top, and info on the right.

Basic Editing Tools

Moving and Resizing

Need to change the frame? Use the move and resize tool. You can drag your image around the canvas. You can also adjust the aspect ratio if you want a different shape for your final image.

Removing Areas with the Eraser

The eraser is key to telling Midjourney where to add new content. Select the erase tool and brush over the parts of your image you want to replace or change, like a background or a specific object. You can adjust the brush size for more detailed work.

Bringing Areas Back with Restore

Made a mistake with the eraser? Don't worry. The restore button lets you bring back areas you've accidentally removed. It's helpful for fine-tuning your selection before generating.

Adding New Elements with Prompts

Generating into Erased Areas

After erasing, go to the prompt bar. Type a description of what you want to appear in the erased spots. Midjourney's AI will fill those areas based on your text prompt, blending it with the parts of your original image that remain.

Managing multiple edits and prompts for different parts of your image can get detailed. For handling larger projects or repeated tasks, consider exploring the TitanXT Midjourney Automation Suite. It helps streamline many Midjourney tasks.

Using the Suggest Prompt

Not sure what to type? The 'Suggest Prompt' button can help. It scans your image and creates a prompt based on its content. You can use this as a starting point or just submit it to see what happens.

Targeted Edits

You can even erase small details, like eyes, and replace them with something completely different using a prompt, such as "cyberpunk goggles." The AI works well with both large erased areas and small, specific ones.

Advanced Techniques

Changing the Canvas Size or Shape

Beyond simple resizing, you can change the overall shape of your canvas. You can set a specific aspect ratio like 16:9 or choose from preset options. This lets you reshape your image for different uses.

Using Image Prompts for Style

Just like in the standard Midjourney bot, you can use image prompts in the editor. Upload a style reference image and use the eraser tool. When you generate, Midjourney will try to apply the visual style of the reference image to the new content it creates in the erased area.

Exploring Retexture

The "Retexture" function is another exciting option. It analyzes your entire image and lets you apply a whole new artistic style using a prompt. You could turn a photo into an ink drawing or something resembling a Renaissance painting.

Experimenting with Retexture prompts and style references can quickly create many variations. Keep track of all your iterations and manage your Midjourney workflow more effectively by using a tool like the TitanXT Midjourney Automation Suite.

Managing Your Edits

Reviewing Your Editing History

The editor keeps track of your changes. You can click through previous versions of your edit. This allows you to go back if you prefer an earlier generation or want to try a different path.

Saving Your Final Image

Once you have a result you like, you can upscale it to put it in your gallery or download it directly to your computer.

Conclusion

Midjourney's image editor is a powerful new tool. It lets you take your own photos, remove parts, and add new AI-generated elements based on your ideas. You can change backgrounds, add objects, modify details, or even retexture the whole image style. It's a flexible way to combine your photography or existing artwork with Midjourney's creative AI.

Exploring all the possibilities with this new editor can be lots of fun. To make the process even smoother and handle more complex tasks, check out the TitanXT Midjourney Automation Suite for tools that can help enhance your Midjourney experience.