Create photorealistic images with Midjourney in 5 steps

Creating realistic AI images can be pretty tricky for beginners on Midjourney since the AI only picks up certain kinds of language. Prompts are how we “chat” with Midjourney, describing what we’re after. To get the results you want, you've got to be clear and specific. Basically, a prompt is just a short phrase or sentence that outlines the image you’re looking for.

If you’re just diving into Midjourney, creating prompts can be as simple as tossing in a single word, a phrase, or even an emoji. But how you craft and phrase your prompt can totally change the outcome.

The difference between a simple and a detailed prompt is huge. Here’s how it goes:

• Simple Prompt: "A photograph of a sunset over the gushing river."
• Detailed Prompt: "A close-up photograph of a vintage car in a desert landscape during golden hour."
• Using camera details: "A wide-angle shot of a crowded open-air market at sunset with a Canon 24mm lens."
• Lighting and setting: "A portrait in a studio setting with soft, natural light."

Being specific about the lighting and the scene can seriously help you get more spot-on results.

Then, there are parameters. It helps you define the size of the image, style characteristics, and the version of the AI model. But we are not here to discuss parameters. If you want to know more about it, please visit this tutorial.

A more interesting feature is the commands. They are like giving instructions to Midjourney. You can use them to whip up images, tweak settings, and keep tabs on user info. A popular command is “/imagine,” which lets you create an image based on your prompt. Type the “/” symbol in Discord, and a list of available commands will appear.

Some common examples of commands are:

• /imagine: Generates an image based on the prompt you provide.
• /blend: Combines two or more images into a single one.
• /shorten: Analyzes your prompt and suggest simpler versions.
• /describe: Creates potential prompts based on an image you upload.

These commands help you guide Midjourney in creating and refining your images.

After going through this tutorial, you’ll be able to:

1. Define the level of stylization
2. Use camera lenses and shot angles
3. Avoid using niji models
4. Get accurate results with your prompt by using the style raw parameter
5. Avoid low-resolution references when using –sref and –cref