NEW Midjourney UPDATE is a lot of FUN

Future Tech Pilot
23 Apr 202408:52

TLDRMidjourney, an AI art generation platform, has introduced a new feature that's all about fun: a random style generator. This tool allows users to input prompts with a 'style reference' and the word 'random' to produce unexpected and diverse styles of images. The feature is designed to help users discover and reuse appealing styles in future creations. The transcript demonstrates how to use the feature, upscale images, and combine it with other parameters like 'character reference' for even more creative results. It also covers how to use the 'describe' function to learn more about the style of an image. The host of the video shows enthusiasm for the feature and provides a step-by-step guide on how to use it, both on Discord and the Midjourney website, encouraging viewers to experiment and find their own unique styles.

Takeaways

  • 🆕 Midjourney has released a new feature: a random style generator that produces unexpected and fun image styles.
  • 📝 To use the feature, add 'srf random' to the end of your prompt after a space.
  • 🎨 The resulting images from 'srf random' are completely unpredictable, offering a unique take on the subject.
  • 🔄 The purpose of the feature is to discover a style you like and then reuse it for future generations.
  • 🖼️ You can upscale a preferred image and use it as a style reference for new prompts.
  • 📜 Include the style reference image link in the prompt after 'srf' with a space in between.
  • 🌟 The new style can be transferred to different subjects, like combining Wonder Woman with a love story in a specific style.
  • 🌐 On the Midjourney website, you can use the feature by typing 'srf' followed by 'random' in the prompt box.
  • 📏 Adjust the aspect ratio and other settings as needed before generating the image.
  • 🔍 The 'describe' function helps you understand the style of an image by providing descriptive words and artist references.
  • 📚 You can add descriptive words and known artists to your prompt to refine the style of future generations.
  • 🤖 Combining 'srf random' with parameters like style weight, character weight, chaos, and styze can create diverse and interesting results.

Q & A

  • What is the new feature released by Midjourney?

    -The new feature released by Midjourney is a random style generator.

  • How does the random style generator work?

    -The random style generator works by using the style reference (sref) feature. You write a prompt followed by 'sref', a space, and then the word 'random' to generate unexpected styles for the given subject.

  • How can you upscale a specific style you like from the generated images?

    -To upscale a specific style, you can select an image you like, and then use it as a style reference in a new prompt by dragging and dropping the image into the prompt box after the 'sref' command.

  • What parameters can you adjust to influence the style of the generated image?

    -Parameters that can be adjusted include style weight (SW), character weight (CW), chaos (C), and styze. These parameters can be modified by adding them to the prompt with their respective values.

  • How can you use the 'describe' feature to learn more about a style?

    -The 'describe' feature can be used by typing 'forward SL describe' in the prompt box and submitting an image or a link. Midjourney will provide descriptive words and potential artist references that can be used to understand and replicate the style.

  • What is the purpose of the 'character reference' parameter?

    -The 'character reference' parameter allows you to input a specific character or subject that you want to be depicted in the generated image, ensuring that the character is included in the style transfer.

  • How can you ensure that the character blends into the new art style?

    -To ensure the character blends into the new art style, you can lower the character weight (CW) to zero, which allows the character to take on the attributes of the new style more fully.

  • What does the 'chaos' parameter do in the context of style reference?

    -The 'chaos' parameter (C) adds unpredictability to the generated image, making it more abstract or varied. It works well with style reference to create more diverse and interesting results.

  • How can you run a prompt multiple times to see different variations?

    -You can use the 'repeat' parameter to run a prompt multiple times. For example, by typing '--repeat 5' in the prompt, you will generate five different variations of the image.

  • What is the aspect ratio typically used by the speaker in the script?

    -The speaker in the script typically uses an aspect ratio of 16x9.

  • How can you use the random style generator on the Midjourney website?

    -On the Midjourney website, you can use the random style generator by typing your prompt, adding 'D- srf' followed by a space and then the word 'random'. You can then adjust additional settings like the aspect ratio before generating the image.

  • What does the speaker recommend for users interested in a more structured look at AI?

    -The speaker recommends checking out their Midjourney beginner course, which is linked in the description below the video transcript.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Exploring the Random Style Generator

The video introduces a new feature from Wake Up Mid Journey, a random style generator that creates unexpected styles for images. The process involves using the style reference (srf) feature with the word 'random' to generate unique styles. The host demonstrates the feature by creating a random Batman image and then using that style for a new prompt featuring Wonder Woman and a love story. The feature's purpose is to discover and reuse appealing styles for future image generations. The host also mentions a beginner course for more structured learning.

05:00

📚 Using Style Reference and Describing Features

The host explains how to upscale a preferred image and use it as a style reference for new prompts, combining it with other elements like characters or settings. The video covers how to use the 'describe' feature on Discord and the website to gain insights into the style of an image, providing descriptive words and artist references. The host then demonstrates applying a random style to a penguin dressed as a gentleman and discusses how to adjust parameters like style weight, character weight, chaos, and styze for more control over the final image. The video concludes with a demonstration of using these features to create a diverse set of images with varying styles and effects.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Midjourney

Midjourney refers to a software or tool that is being discussed in the video. It is a platform that allows users to generate images based on prompts and style references. In the context of the video, it is the main subject where new features are being explored and demonstrated.

💡Random Style Generator

This is a feature within Midjourney that generates images in a random style. It is used to create unexpected and diverse visual outputs. The video demonstrates how this feature can produce a wide range of artistic styles for a given prompt, such as 'Batman srf random'.

💡Style Reference (srf)

Style Reference is a command used within Midjourney to direct the image generation process to follow a specific style. It is a crucial part of the process when using the random style generator, as it allows users to upscale a preferred style and apply it to new prompts.

💡Upscale

In the context of the video, 'upscale' refers to the process of selecting an image generated by the random style feature and using it as a basis for further image creation. It is a way to lock in a style that the user finds appealing and want to replicate or build upon in subsequent generations.

💡Prompt

A prompt in Midjourney is a text input that guides the image generation process. It can include descriptions, references to styles, or other parameters that influence the output. Prompts are central to interacting with the Midjourney tool and are used throughout the video to demonstrate different features.

💡Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman is used as an example in the video to illustrate how the random style generator can be applied to different subjects. The video creator wants to see Wonder Woman combined with the concept of a love story in the style of an upscaled Batman image.

💡Describe Feature

The describe feature in Midjourney is a tool that provides descriptive words or phrases about an image. It helps users understand the stylistic elements of an image they like, which can then be incorporated into new prompts to guide the image generation process. In the video, it is used to analyze the style of a Batman image.

💡Character Reference

Character Reference is a parameter used in Midjourney prompts to influence the generated image to resemble a specific character. It is combined with the random style generator to create images of characters in various artistic styles, as shown when the video creator uses a character named Kelly.

💡Parameters

Parameters in the context of Midjourney are additional instructions added to the prompt to fine-tune the image generation process. They include style weight, character weight, chaos, and others that can modify the influence of the style reference and the character's appearance in the generated image.

💡Style Weight (SW)

Style Weight is a parameter that determines the degree to which the new style influences the generated image. It has a value range from 0 to 1000, with higher values resulting in a stronger influence of the style reference. In the video, it is used to adjust how much the random style impacts the final image.

💡Chaos

Chaos is a parameter in Midjourney that introduces randomness or variability into the image generation process. It is particularly useful when used with style references to create a diverse set of images from a single prompt, as demonstrated in the video with the creation of multiple styles for the character Kelly.

Highlights

Midjourney has released a new feature: a random style generator.

The random style generator creates unexpected images based on style references.

To use the feature, append 'srf random' to your prompt.

The resulting images are completely unpredictable in style.

The feature allows users to upscale a preferred style for future generations.

Example: Combining Wonder Woman and a love story in a specific style.

The new style can be transferred onto new generations of images.

The feature is particularly useful for finding and reusing a preferred style.

Instructions on how to use the feature on the Midjourney website are provided.

Creation on the website may require more than 500 images made inside Midjourney.

The 'describe' feature helps users learn more about the style they referenced.

Descriptive words and artist inspirations can be added to prompts using the 'describe' feature.

The 'character reference' parameter allows blending of character features with new styles.

Parameters like style weight, character weight, chaos, and styze can be adjusted for unique results.

The 'repeat' parameter lets users run a prompt multiple times to see different styles.

Combining 'srf random' with character reference and parameters results in diverse and creative outputs.

The narrator shares a personal favorite method of using the feature with parameters.

The Midjourney beginner course will include information about this feature.

The feature is described as fun and engaging for users to explore different styles.