Simple Techniques to Create Great Images with Midjourney

Midjourney is a powerful tool for creating images from text. If you're just starting out, or looking to improve your results, understanding a few key techniques can make a big difference. This post covers some basic tips to help you get the images you want.

Writing Your First Prompt

The prompt is where it all begins. It's the text you give Midjourney to describe the image you want. Think of it as telling the AI what to draw. Start simple. Describe the main subject and the style you have in mind.

• Be clear about your subject (e.g., "a happy dog").

• Add descriptive words (e.g., "a happy dog wearing a red hat").

• Mention the art style if you have one in mind (e.g., "a happy dog wearing a red hat, digital art").

Starting simple helps you see how Midjourney interprets your words. You can add more detail as you get comfortable.

Using Basic Parameters

Parameters are like settings that change how Midjourney creates the image. You add them at the end of your prompt using two hyphens (`--`). Two common parameters are `--aspect` and `--style`.

Setting the Aspect Ratio

The `--aspect` parameter changes the shape of your image. Common values are `--aspect 1:1` for a square, `--aspect 16:9` for widescreen, and `--aspect 9:16` for vertical.

Example: "a happy dog wearing a red hat, digital art --aspect 16:9"

Controlling Style Strength

The `--style` parameter (or `--s`) can adjust how artistic or rigid the image is. Higher values often make the image more stylized, while lower values stick closer to the prompt's literal meaning. Try values like `--s 250` or `--s 750` to see the difference.

Example: "a happy dog wearing a red hat, digital art --aspect 16:9 --style 500"

Refining Your Images

You rarely get the perfect image on the first try. Midjourney gives you options to refine the results. After an image grid is generated, you'll see 'U' buttons and 'V' buttons.

• 'U' stands for Upscale. It creates a larger, more detailed version of the selected image.

• 'V' stands for Variations. It creates four new images similar to the selected one, but with small changes.

Use 'V' to explore different versions of an image you like, and 'U' when you're ready to get a high-resolution output.

Managing many prompt variations and ups caled images can become time-consuming. Consider tools like the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT to help streamline this process.

Getting Better Results

Here are a few more tips for improving your image generation:

• Be Specific: Instead of "tree", try "ancient oak tree bathed in golden light".

• Use Negative Prompts: Use `--no` to tell Midjourney what you *don't* want (e.g., "a clean room --no mess").

• Experiment: Try different words, styles, and parameters. See what happens!

• Reference Artists/Styles: Mentioning famous photographers, painters, or art movements can influence the output.

Learning Midjourney takes practice. The more you experiment, the better you'll become at writing prompts that produce the results you want. Automating repetitive tasks can free up more time for creative prompting. Check out the Midjourney Automation Suite by TitanXT to see how.

Conclusion

Creating images with Midjourney is an exciting process. Start with simple prompts, learn basic parameters like `--aspect` and `--style`, and use the Upscale and Variations buttons to refine your work. By following these simple steps and continuously experimenting, you'll be well on your way to generating stunning AI art.

For those looking to optimize their workflow, explore what the Midjourney Automation Suite from TitanXT can offer.