Chat GPT + Midjourney V5.2 = Insane AI Art! (Process to Generate Prompts)

Wade McMaster - Creator Impact
25 May 202305:32

TLDRThis tutorial demonstrates how to harness the power of Chat GPT to create compelling prompts for Midjourney V5.2, an AI art generator. The process involves training Chat GPT with specific keywords and instructions, then using a formula to generate prompts for various scenarios, such as a cat with wings and rocket feet or a Batman-themed cat. The video shows how to refine the formula for different art styles and provides tips on adjusting prompts for better AI-generated art results. It encourages experimentation with various formulas to achieve unique and creative outcomes.

Takeaways

  • 😀 Utilize Chat GPT to generate prompts for Mid Journey AI art by training it with specific instructions.
  • 🔍 Start by summarizing Mid Journey documentation to familiarize Chat GPT with the context of the AI art prompts.
  • 📝 Create a formula for Chat GPT to follow when generating prompts, including elements like image description, camera model, lighting style, etc.
  • 🐱 Experiment with different formulas to adjust the style and focus of the AI art prompts, such as cinematic 3D CGI or abstract styles.
  • 🎨 Adjust and refine the prompts based on initial results, asking Chat GPT to remove unwanted elements like brackets or image URLs.
  • 🌟 Generate multiple prompts to have a variety of options to input into Mid Journey for diverse AI art outcomes.
  • 🛠️ Customize the formula further by adding parameters like aspect ratio or 'chaos' level to control the variety of images produced.
  • 🎭 Explore different styles by changing the formula to include elements like art style, artist name, and media, or even celebrity and movie references.
  • 📖 Review and possibly alter the prompts generated by Chat GPT to ensure they meet the desired criteria before using them in Mid Journey.
  • 💬 Maintain an ongoing conversation with Chat GPT to refine and evolve the prompts organically, leading to more unique and creative AI art.
  • 🌈 Be open to experimentation and learning from the words produced by Chat GPT to discover new and effective ways to generate AI art prompts.

Q & A

  • What is the main purpose of using Chat GPT to generate prompts for Midjourney AI art?

    -The main purpose is to create better prompts for Midjourney AI art by training Chat GPT to produce these prompts, enhancing the creativity and specificity of the AI-generated art.

  • How does one train Chat GPT to generate prompts for Midjourney?

    -You train Chat GPT by entering the chat interface, providing it with notes and instructions on creating prompts, and then giving it a formula to follow for generating the prompts.

  • What is the significance of copying the Midjourney documentation text into Chat GPT?

    -Copying the documentation helps Chat GPT understand the context and requirements of Midjourney prompts, allowing it to generate more relevant and effective prompts.

  • What is the formula for generating Midjourney prompts that is mentioned in the transcript?

    -The formula includes image description, five descriptive keywords or phrases, camera model, lens, lighting style of photograph, and any additional parameters like aspect ratio or chaos level.

  • How can one adjust the formula to generate different styles of prompts?

    -You can adjust the formula by changing the elements it includes, such as focusing on art style, artist name, and art media, or by adding parameters like cinematic 3D CGI for a different artistic effect.

  • What is the process of using a generated prompt in Midjourney?

    -After generating a prompt with Chat GPT, you copy the desired prompt, go to Midjourney, type in '/imagine', paste the prompt, and hit enter to see the AI-generated art results.

  • Why might the initial prompts generated by Chat GPT need adjustments?

    -Initial prompts might include unwanted elements like brackets, labels, or incorrect formatting, which require adjustments to better suit the Midjourney AI art generation process.

  • Can Chat GPT generate prompts for specific themes or styles, like a Renaissance painting or a cyberpunk theme?

    -Yes, Chat GPT can be directed to generate prompts for specific themes or styles by providing it with clear instructions and relevant keywords or phrases.

  • What are some additional parameters that can be added to the formula to control the variety of images generated?

    -Parameters such as aspect ratio, chaos level, art style, artist name, and art media can be added to the formula to control the variety and style of the generated images.

  • How can one experiment with different formulas to achieve unique styles in AI-generated art?

    -By changing the elements of the formula, such as focusing on image description, celebrity names, movie names, famous directors, or abstract styles and color palettes, one can experiment with different formulas to achieve unique styles.

  • What is the final step suggested in the transcript for users to do with the generated prompts?

    -The final step is to have a good play with Chat GPT, experiment with different formulas and parameters, review and adjust the prompts as needed, and share any discoveries or successful outcomes in the comments section.

Outlines

00:00

🤖 Utilizing Chat GPT for Mid-Journey Prompts

This paragraph outlines a method for creating better prompts for mid-journey art or learning new keywords by experimenting with Chat GPT. The speaker demonstrates how to train Chat GPT to generate prompts by copying and pasting relevant documentation into the chat, summarizing it, and then creating a formula for the AI to follow. The formula includes elements such as descriptive keywords, camera model, lens, lighting style, and photograph style. The process involves pasting the formula, asking Chat GPT to understand it, and then requesting specific prompts based on the formula. The speaker also mentions the need to adjust and refine the prompts as necessary, and gives examples of how to change the formula for different artistic styles or to focus on specific elements like cinematic 3D CGI. The paragraph concludes with the speaker encouraging viewers to experiment with Chat GPT and share their discoveries.

05:00

📝 Experimenting with Chat GPT for Unique Prompts

In this paragraph, the speaker encourages viewers to use Chat GPT not only to generate prompts but also to learn from the words it produces. They emphasize the importance of reviewing and sometimes altering the prompts generated by Chat GPT, such as removing unwanted elements like brackets. The speaker invites viewers to play around with Chat GPT, explore its capabilities, and share their findings in the comments section. The paragraph ends with well-wishes for the viewers and a sign-off for the video, promising to see them in the next video installment.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Chat GPT

Chat GPT refers to a conversational AI system designed to generate human-like text based on the input it receives. In the context of the video, it is used to create prompts for generating AI art with Midjourney V5.2. The script demonstrates how to train Chat GPT to understand the requirements for crafting effective art prompts, such as summarizing documentation and adhering to a specific formula.

💡Midjourney V5.2

Midjourney V5.2 is likely a version of an AI art generation tool that the video discusses. It is implied to be capable of creating detailed and varied images based on the prompts provided to it. The video's theme revolves around enhancing the prompts for Midjourney to produce better AI-generated artwork.

💡Prompts

In the context of AI art generation, prompts are textual descriptions that guide the AI in creating a specific image. The video script focuses on the process of generating these prompts using Chat GPT, emphasizing the importance of descriptive keywords and phrases to achieve the desired artistic outcome.

💡Formula

The term 'formula' in the script refers to a structured approach or template for creating prompts. It includes elements like image description, camera model, lighting style, and more, which are used to instruct Chat GPT on how to generate prompts tailored for Midjourney V5.2.

💡Descriptive Keywords

Descriptive keywords are specific words or phrases that characterize the desired attributes of the AI-generated image. The script mentions using five descriptive keywords as part of the formula for creating prompts, which helps in specifying the details of the image to be generated.

💡Camera Model

Although the script later suggests removing camera models from the formula, initially, it includes the camera model as part of the formula for creating prompts. This could be to specify the type of camera effect or perspective desired in the AI-generated image.

💡Lighting Style

Lighting style is one of the elements in the initial formula for creating prompts. It refers to the way light is used in an image to create a certain mood or effect. The script suggests that specifying the lighting style can influence the final appearance of the AI-generated artwork.

💡Art Style

Art style is a term used to describe the visual language or aesthetic of the artwork. In the script, changing the formula to include 'art style' allows for generating prompts that guide the AI to create images in a specific artistic tradition or manner.

💡Cinematic 3D CGI

Cinematic 3D CGI refers to the creation of three-dimensional computer-generated imagery that is typically used in movies or video games. The script suggests using this term in prompts to guide the AI towards generating images with a dynamic, movie-like quality.

💡Aspect Ratio

Aspect ratio is the proportional relationship between the width and height of an image or screen. In the script, it is mentioned as a custom parameter that can be added to prompts to control the dimensions of the AI-generated image.

💡Chaos

In the context of the script, 'chaos' seems to refer to a parameter that can be adjusted to increase the variety or randomness in the AI-generated images. It is used as a way to explore more diverse outcomes in the art generation process.

💡Renaissance Style

Renaissance style is an artistic style that originated in Europe during the 14th to 17th centuries, characterized by a revival of classical techniques and themes. The script uses 'Renaissance style' in a prompt to guide the AI towards creating artwork reminiscent of this period.

💡Cyberpunk

Cyberpunk is a genre of science fiction that features advanced technological and scientific achievements, juxtaposed with a degree of breakdown or radical change in the social order. In the script, 'cyberpunk woman' is used in a prompt to inspire an AI-generated image with futuristic and dystopian elements.

Highlights

Using Chat GPT to generate prompts for Mid Journey AI art.

Training Chat GPT to produce art prompts by copying and pasting relevant documentation.

Summarizing Mid Journey documentation to help Chat GPT understand the context for generating prompts.

Creating a formula for Chat GPT to follow when writing Mid Journey prompts.

Inspiration from Matt Wolf for the formula used in generating prompts.

The formula includes image description, camera model, lens, lighting style, and photograph style.

Chat GPT's ability to understand and apply the provided formula to generate prompts.

Experimenting with different keywords and phrases to enhance the AI art prompts.

Adjusting Chat GPT's output by asking it to avoid certain elements like brackets or image URLs.

Generating six prompts for a cat with wings dressed as Batman using Mid Journey prompts.

Using the generated prompts in Mid Journey to see the AI art results.

Customizing the formula to include art style, artist name, and art media for different prompt styles.

Continuing the conversation with Chat GPT to refine and adjust the prompts for better AI art results.

Adding custom parameters like aspect ratio or chaos level to control the variety of images.

Experimenting with different art styles, such as cinematic 3D CGI, to diversify the AI art output.

The organic conversation with Chat GPT allows for iterative improvements in prompt generation.

Creating unique prompts by combining elements like celebrity names, movie titles, and famous directors.

Exploring abstract styles, strict color palettes, and lighting to achieve distinct AI art results.

Incorporating digital art styles, video game references, and famous digital artists in the prompts.

The importance of reviewing and occasionally adjusting the generated prompts for optimal results.

Encouraging users to play with Chat GPT and discover unique styles and formulas for AI art generation.

Invitation for users to share their discoveries and successful prompt combinations in the comments.