Mastering Midjourney V6: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

Ready to dive into the world of AI image generation with Midjourney V6? This guide breaks down everything you need to know, from setting up your account to using advanced features. Whether you're new to AI or just need a refresher, we'll cover generating basic photos, expanding your canvas, and remixing features to create stunning images.

Getting Started with Midjourney

First, you'll need a Midjourney subscription and a Discord account. Here's how to get set up:

Account Setup

• Sign up for a Discord account and verify your email.

• Go to Midjourney.com and sign in using your Discord account.

• Link your Discord account when prompted.

Subscription

• In Discord, find the Midjourney server (ship icon).

• If you don't see it, use the invite link in the video description.

• Go to account settings (person icon) and select "Manage Subscription."

• Choose a plan. The basic plan is great for beginners.

Now that you're set up, let's start creating images!

Generating Your First AI Image

To start, you'll use the Midjourney bot in a direct message. Here’s how:

• In the Midjourney server, click "Show Member List" (two people icon).

• Find the Midjourney bot, right-click, and select "Message."

• In the message box, type `/imagine` followed by your prompt.

• For example: `/imagine photo of a woman in Cairo`

Midjourney will generate a grid of four images. Once it's done, you can zoom in and download your favorites from the Midjourney website under "My Images."

Exploring Different Styles and Mediums

You're not limited to just photos. Experiment with different styles and mediums:

• Watercolor painting

• Impressionist oil painting

• Digital art

• Cartoons

Start with a basic prompt and add details gradually. For example:

[P]`photo of a woman in Cairo with a motorcycle`</P]

`photo of a woman in Cairo with a black Harley motorcycle, brown leather jacket, blue jeans, and a helmet`

If you want help automating your prompts and to enhance your Midjourney experience, check out the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT.

Working with Anime Styles

Midjourney has a special model for anime-style images:

• Type `/settings` in your direct message with the bot.

• In the settings menu, find the "Models" dropdown.

• Select the `Niji` model version 6.

[P]Try prompts like:</P]

[P]`anime art style, Shonen art style woman in Cairo`</P>

[P]`chibi Style detective robot`</P]

The `Niji` model also works well for Western comics and cartoons.

Understanding Stylize and Raw Modes

The stylize setting controls how much Midjourney adds its own flair to your images. It ranges from low to very high.

• Low stylize: More direct image based on your prompt.

• High stylize: Adds extra style and flare.

[P]Compare these prompts:</P]

[P]`robot in the style of the Victorian English era, serving lunch, pastel colors, polished concrete exterior` with different stylize settings.</P]

Raw mode offers a direct interpretation of your prompt without extra flair. It's similar to using a low stylize value.

Generating Text in Images

[P]Midjourney V6 lets you easily add text to your images. Just put the words in quotation marks:</P]

[P]`floral design with red roses and green Vines, white background, "happy birthday" in cursive in Gold`</P>

[P]`tall aluminum can of juice, white text "Fresh" vertically printed, sansera font, blue label`</P]

Keep in mind that longer or more complicated sentences might not work as well.

Using Custom Parameters

[P]Custom parameters help you tailor Midjourney to your specific needs. Here are a few key ones:</P]

Stylize Parameter

[P]Use `--s` followed by a number between 0 and 1000. For example: `--s 700`.</P]

Aspect Ratio

[P]Use `--ar` followed by the ratio. For example: `--ar 16:9`.</P]

[P]`dolphin made out of transparent glass floating in the sky --ar 16:9 --s 700`</P]

No Parameter (Negative Prompt)

[P]Tells Midjourney what not to include in the image. For example: `--no sky`.</P]

[P]`video of California poppies in this field Outdoors --no sky`</P]

Chaos Parameter

Controls the variation in your image generations. Use `--chaos` followed by a value between 0 and 100.

Weird Parameter

Generates quirky and unique results. Use `--weird` followed by a value between 0 and 100.

To further refine your designs and automate the creation process, consider exploring the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT.

Advanced Prompting Techniques

Permutations

[P]Iterate through multiple prompts easily by putting options inside curly brackets. For example:</P>

[P]`cute anime style inspired watercolor painting of a baby {red, green, yellow} dragon happy and smiling`</P>

Prefer Option Set

[P]Save your favorite parameters for reuse:</P]

• Type `/prefer option set`

• Enter a name for your parameter set (e.g., `vertical_niji`).

• Add your parameters (e.g., `--niji 6 --ar 9:16 --stylize 500`).

• Now you can use `--vertical_niji` in your prompts.

Upscaling and Variations

[P]Underneath each image grid, you'll find buttons for upscaling and creating variations:</P]

• `U` buttons: Upscale the corresponding image.

• `V` buttons: Create variations of the corresponding image.

Upscaling Options

• Subtle: Increases resolution while preserving details.

• Creative: Upscales the image and adds new details.

Variation Options

• Very Subtle: Minor variations of the original image.

• Very Strong: More diverse variations.

• Reroll: Generates a new set of images with the same prompt.

Inpainting with Vary Region

The Vary Region feature lets you make adjustments to specific parts of an image:

• Select the region you want to change using the square or lasso tool.

• Enter a prompt describing what you want to add or change in that region.

This is great for correcting misinterpretations or adding specific elements.

Outpainting with Pan and Zoom

Extend your image borders using the pan features (arrows) or zoom out to add more to the scene.

• Pan: Extends the image in the direction of the arrow.

• Zoom: Pulls the camera back and expands the borders using AI.

The Custom Zoom feature can also help remove black borders or change the aspect ratio while preserving information.

Remix Mode: Taking Customization to the Next Level

Turn on remix mode in the settings menu to make adjustments to your prompt when generating variations, panning, or zooming.

• Type `/settings` and select "Remix Mode."

• Now, when you regenerate an image, a prompt box will pop up, allowing you to make changes.

This gives you greater control over the final result. For an even more streamlined and efficient workflow, explore the capabilities of the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT.

Using Reference Images

You can upload reference images to guide Midjourney's generations:

• Drag and drop an image into Midjourney and press enter to upload.

• Right-click the image and select "Copy Image Link."

• Paste the link at the end of your prompt.

[P]`photo of a woman on a camping trip in Alaska with winter clothing [image link]`</P>

Use the `--iw` parameter to control the importance of the reference image (0 to 2).

Consistent Style with Reference Images

[P]Midjourney's consistent style feature lets you take a style from a reference image and apply it to a new image:</P]

• Copy the image link of your reference image.

• Add `--sref` at the end of your prompt, followed by the image URL.

[P]`ground LEL shot of a dirt path on a mountain trail with some Ferns and small animals on it --sref [image URL]`</P>

Use the `--sw` parameter to adjust the style weight (0 to 1000, default is 100).

Midjourney Website Features

The Midjourney website helps you sort through your images and track your work. You can explore other people's creations, like images, and filter your own images by version, aspect ratio, and keywords.

Conclusion

You've now got a solid foundation for using Midjourney V6. Experiment with different prompts, parameters, and features to create your own amazing AI images. Happy creating!