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Complete Tutorial Guide

Master AI Text-to-Image Generation

Learn proven techniques to create stunning images from text prompts. Follow our comprehensive guide to write effective prompts that generate exactly what you envision.

5-Step Prompt Writing Guide

1

Start with a Clear Subject

Begin your prompt with a specific subject or main focus for your image.

Example:

A majestic lion standing in tall grass

Pro Tips:

  • Be specific about the main subject
  • Use descriptive adjectives
  • Mention the subject's position or pose
2

Add Environmental Context

Describe the setting, background, and environment around your subject.

Example:

...in an African savanna during golden hour, with acacia trees in the background

Pro Tips:

  • Include location or setting details
  • Mention time of day or lighting
  • Describe background elements
3

Specify Artistic Style

Guide the AI towards your desired artistic approach and visual style.

Example:

...photorealistic, wildlife photography style, National Geographic quality

Pro Tips:

  • Reference specific art styles or movements
  • Mention photography types or techniques
  • Include quality descriptors
4

Define Visual Details

Add specific details about colors, lighting, composition, and mood.

Example:

...warm golden lighting, dramatic shadows, shallow depth of field, cinematic composition

Pro Tips:

  • Specify color palettes or schemes
  • Describe lighting conditions
  • Include composition techniques
5

Fine-tune with Technical Terms

Use technical photography or art terms to refine the final output quality.

Example:

...shot with 85mm lens, f/2.8 aperture, 4K resolution, highly detailed

Pro Tips:

  • Add camera settings for photography styles
  • Include resolution requirements
  • Use technical art terminology

Before & After Examples

❌ Before

A cat sitting

Basic, vague description with minimal context

✅ After

An elegant Persian cat with long white fur sitting regally on a velvet cushion, soft natural lighting from a nearby window, photorealistic style, shallow depth of field, warm and cozy atmosphere

Detailed, specific description with style and mood

What improved:

Added breed specificity, environment, lighting, style, and mood to create a much more compelling and detailed image

❌ Before

Landscape with mountains

Generic landscape description lacking detail

✅ After

Majestic snow-capped mountain peaks at sunrise, reflecting in a crystal clear alpine lake, misty valleys below, golden hour lighting, landscape photography style, dramatic clouds, Ansel Adams inspired composition

Cinematic landscape with specific lighting and artistic reference

What improved:

Specified time of day, added reflections, included atmospheric elements, and referenced a renowned photographer's style

Style-Specific Tips

🎨

Studio Ghibli

Anime-inspired art with soft colors and whimsical characters

Best Practices:

  • Include nature elements and magical atmospheres
  • Use terms like 'soft lighting', 'peaceful', 'dreamlike'
  • Mention specific Ghibli films for reference

Example Prompt:

A young girl with flowing hair standing in a field of wildflowers, Studio Ghibli style, soft watercolor painting, magical golden hour lighting, peaceful and dreamy atmosphere

📸

Photorealistic

Lifelike images that look like professional photographs

Best Practices:

  • Include camera settings and photography terms
  • Specify lighting conditions and composition
  • Use technical quality descriptors

Example Prompt:

Portrait of a confident business woman in modern office, professional headshot, natural lighting from window, shot with 85mm lens, shallow depth of field, 4K quality, highly detailed

🔷

Minimalist 3D

Clean, geometric 3D renderings with simple forms

Best Practices:

  • Use geometric shape descriptions
  • Mention clean, minimal aesthetics
  • Include 3D rendering terms

Example Prompt:

Minimalist 3D render of a modern house, clean geometric shapes, soft pastel colors, isometric view, smooth surfaces, Blender 3D style, ambient lighting

🖌️

Oil Painting

Classical fine art with rich textures and brushstrokes

Best Practices:

  • Reference famous painters or art periods
  • Include texture and brushstroke descriptions
  • Use classical art terminology

Example Prompt:

Portrait of an elderly man reading by candlelight, oil painting style, Rembrandt lighting, visible brushstrokes, rich warm colors, classical Renaissance composition

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