Making AI Art with Midjourney: Insights from Generating 50,000+ Images
Have you ever wondered about the potential of AI art and how to create stunning images using generative models? Well, after spending countless hours experimenting with Midjourney and generating over 50,000 images, I can confidently say that the possibilities are endless. And I’m excited to share my ever-evolving generative art processes with you. From my journey, I’ve learned valuable lessons and picked up tips and tricks that can help you improve your own AI art creations. In this post, I’ll be diving deep into my experiences with Midjourney and sharing the insights I’ve gained along the way. Whether you’re a seasoned AI artist or just starting out, I hope my essay will inspire you to push the boundaries of what’s possible and explore the exciting world of AI art.
Curation is your super power. Keep iterating until you have created something that speaks to you and share without concern for the subjective interpretation of others.
Curation is the act of selecting and organizing content, and it can be a powerful tool for expressing yourself and sharing your perspective with others. By carefully selecting and arranging the elements of your curation, you can create something that is truly unique and meaningful to you. As you iterate and refine your curation, you should focus on creating something that speaks to you on a personal level. It’s important to remember that others may interpret your curation differently, and that’s okay. The most important thing is that you are true to yourself and your vision. So, don’t be afraid to share your curation with others, even if you’re concerned about how it might be received. Your curation is your super power, and it’s meant to be shared.
Use Midjourney as a diary for your subconscious. For example, before going to sleep, submit 13 prompts for whatever flows out of you and review them the next day.
Midjourney is a tool that can be used as a diary for your subconscious. The idea is to use it before going to sleep, and submit 13 prompts that allow whatever thoughts or emotions that come to mind to flow out. By doing this, you can gain insight into your subconscious and explore the deeper aspects of yourself. The next day, you can review the responses you’ve given to the prompts and reflect on them. This can help you understand your thoughts, feelings, and motivations better. It can also help you identify patterns or themes that you may not have been aware of before. By using Midjourney as a diary for your subconscious, you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and how you think. It can be a great way to gain clarity, introspection and even form new habits. It can be a powerful tool for personal development and self-discovery.
To speed up the pursuit of flow state, here’s my personal prompting playlist that loops on repeat: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yNEatxRM8hBgU8Nh55XnN?si=ed1fd6e9dd8c4685 — AKA how to get into the top 1% of Hans Zimmer listeners this year.
To speed up the pursuit of flow state, creating a personal prompting playlist that loops on repeat can be a helpful tool. A flow state is a mental state in which a person is fully immersed in an activity and performing at their peak level. A prompting playlist can help you achieve this state by providing a consistent stream of inspiration and motivation. The playlist can include music, audio clips, or even spoken-word prompts that are designed to put you in the right frame of mind for the task at hand. You can also include personal affirmations or mantras to help you focus and stay motivated. The key is to make sure that the prompts on the playlist align with your goals and the task you are working on. This can help you to achieve flow state more easily and quickly. You can also choose to loop the playlist on repeat to create a consistent environment that will help you to maintain your focus and stay in the flow state for longer periods of time.
Inspiration for creation is everywhere. Some great sources are art history, techniques used in cinematography, chatGPT, and your fellow AI art creators.
Inspiration for creation is everywhere, and as an AI art creator, you have a wealth of resources at your disposal. One great source of inspiration is art history, studying the techniques and styles used by famous artists can give you new ideas and perspectives on your own work. Another great source is techniques used in cinematography, such as lighting, composition, and camera angles, can be adapted and applied to your AI art to create dynamic and visually striking pieces. Additionally, ChatGPT and other AI art creators can be a valuable resource for inspiration. By studying the work of other AI artists, you can gain new insights into the potential of AI art and learn new techniques and approaches to your own work. The key is to keep an open mind and be curious, Inspiration can come from unexpected places, so be on the lookout for new ideas and perspectives wherever you go.
Post-processing is your friend. I use Pixelmator Pro to increase the sharpness of V4 images, add layered text, and have even attempted to repair the dreaded sixth finger.
Post-processing is an important step in creating great AI art, and it can be your friend when it comes to achieving the desired result. I personally use Pixelmator Pro to increase the sharpness of V4 images, add layered text and even attempted to repair common issues such as the dreaded sixth finger. This software allows you to make fine adjustments to your images, such as adjusting contrast and brightness, and adding filters and effects. It also has advanced tools for repairing and retouching images, which can be useful for fixing any issues that may have arisen during the creation process. You can also use it to add text, shapes, and other elements to your images, which can give them an additional layer of meaning and impact. Post-processing is an essential step in the process of creating AI art, and it can help you take your work to the next level. It’s a powerful tool that can help you achieve the desired result and make your art stand out.
Understand that progress in this space is not linear, but exponential. Yesterday’s 6th finger will soon become tomorrow’s anatomically correct hand.
It’s important to understand that progress in the field of AI art is not linear, but exponential. This means that advancements and improvements happen rapidly and unexpectedly. What was considered a limitation or a problem yesterday, such as the dreaded 6th finger, may soon become a solved issue and the new standard for anatomically correct hand. It’s important to keep this in mind when creating AI art and to not get discouraged by the limitations of today’s technology. Instead, focus on pushing the boundaries of what is currently possible and experimenting with new techniques and approaches. It’s also a good idea to stay informed about the latest advancements and developments in the field, as they can provide new opportunities and inspiration for your own work. By understanding that progress in this space is exponential, you can remain open to new possibilities and be ready to adapt and evolve as the field continues to grow and change.
Here’s a comparison of my same concept: vqgan+clip art from 8 months ago vs. Midjourney — v4:
Hold onto those old prompts and reuse them when a new version is released. Re-entering past text prompts, or even the image(s) themselves, is a cheat code when trying to understand how a new model works.
When creating AI art, it’s a good idea to hold onto those old prompts and reuse them when a new version of the model is released. This can be a valuable tool for understanding how the new model works and what changes have been made. By re-entering past text prompts, you can compare the results between the old and new versions, and see how the model has improved or changed. You can also use the same image(s) as prompts, as this can help you understand how the model is interpreting and processing the image differently. This can give you a deeper understanding of how the model works and how to optimize your prompts to achieve the best results. It’s also a good idea to save and organize your prompts, so you can easily access them again in the future. By holding onto old prompts and reusing them when new versions are released, you can gain a better understanding of the model and improve your AI art-making skills.
Enjoy your creation process and treat it as experimentation and play. Sometimes, the simple prompt outshines the complex prompt.
Creating AI art can be a fun and rewarding experience, and it’s important to enjoy the process and treat it as experimentation and play. This mindset can help you to approach the creation process with a sense of openness and curiosity, rather than feeling pressured to create something specific or perfect. Experimentation and play can lead to unexpected and interesting results, so be open to trying new things and seeing where they take you. Sometimes, the simplest prompts can yield the most striking and impactful results. Don’t be afraid to try something new and see what happens. And remember, the process of creating AI art is not just about the final product, but also about the journey of exploration, learning and experimentation. Embrace the freedom of experimentation and play, and enjoy the process of creating AI art.
AI Art shared via @SopmacArt on twitter.
