How to Generate Stunning AI Images
AI image generation has transformed creative workflows, allowing anyone to create unique visuals from text descriptions. This guide teaches you how to write effective prompts and generate professional-quality images for any purpose.
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Define Your Vision
Before writing a prompt, clearly visualize what you want to create. Consider the subject, style, mood, composition, and how you'll use the final image.
Tips
- Save reference images for inspiration
- Consider your use case
- Think about color palette and mood
Write Your Base Prompt
Start with a clear description of your subject. Be specific about what you want to see, including the main subject, action, and setting.
Tips
- Start with the main subject
- Add descriptive adjectives
- Specify the scene or background
Add Style Modifiers
Enhance your prompt with style keywords. Specify art styles, mediums, lighting, and artistic influences to guide the aesthetic.
Tips
- Try "digital art", "oil painting", "photograph"
- Reference artists or movements
- Specify lighting conditions
Include Technical Details
Add technical specifications like aspect ratio, resolution, camera angle, or lens type for more control over the output.
Tips
- Specify aspect ratios for layouts
- Use camera terms for photos
- Include quality modifiers
Generate and Iterate
Run your prompt and review the results. Generate multiple variations and identify what works and what needs adjustment.
Tips
- Generate 4+ variations
- Note which elements work
- Try different seeds
Refine Your Prompt
Based on initial results, adjust your prompt. Add or remove details, try different style modifiers, or change emphasis to get closer to your vision.
Tips
- Iterate in small steps
- Use negative prompts if available
- Save successful prompts
Select and Export
Choose your best generation and export at the resolution you need. Consider upscaling for larger use cases.
Tips
- Save multiple favorites
- Export at highest quality
- Consider upscaling for print