Anime Midjourney Tutorial for beginners (Anime AI Art!)
TLDRThis tutorial offers a comprehensive guide on creating anime AI art using Midjourney. It covers the selection of models, utilizing different styles like 'expressive' or 'cute', and adjusting the 'stylize' score for customization. The video also suggests using era-specific phrases, referencing popular anime artists, studios, and shows to tailor the artwork. Techniques like 'remix' and 'style reference' are introduced for further personalization. The video concludes with tips on upscaling anime images for high-resolution output, providing viewers with a wealth of knowledge to enhance their anime art creation experience.
Takeaways
- 🌟 Use 'nii version 6' in Discord's settings for the best chance at creating high-quality anime AI art with Midjourney.
- 🔍 You can experiment with different NIU models and versions, including version 5 or the standard mid journey, to achieve good results.
- 🎨 With NIU version 5, you can apply different styles like 'expressive', 'cute', 'scenic', or 'original' to diversify your anime art.
- 🔄 Play with the 'stylize' score from 0 to 1000 to adjust the level of stylization in your AI-generated images.
- 📚 Add generic phrases like 'anime style' or 'manga style' to your prompts to capture the essence of anime in your artwork.
- 📅 Specify eras or decades in your prompts, such as '90s anime', to influence the style of the generated images.
- 🎭 Try 'anime screen cap' in your prompts for results that resemble actual screen captures from anime of a particular era.
- 👨🎨 If you admire a particular anime artist, include their name in your prompts to emulate their style, like 'Kira Toriyama style' for Dragon Ball Z vibes.
- 🏭 Reference popular anime studios in your prompts to capture their distinct styles, such as 'Studio Ghibli'.
- 🎬 Incorporate specific anime shows or movies into your prompts to strongly influence the style and potentially include characters from those series.
- 🔄 Use the 'Remix' feature in Midjourney to experiment with different styles and achieve unique results.
- 🖼️ For greater control over style, use the '--sref' option with a URL to a specific image as a style reference.
Q & A
What is the recommended model version to use for creating anime AI art in Midjourney?
-The recommended model version for creating anime AI art in Midjourney is nii version 6, as it offers the best chance of getting a really good image.
Can other models or versions of Midjourney be used to create good anime images?
-Yes, other models such as nii versions 4 and 5, or even the standard Midjourney versions 5 and 6, can also be used to create good anime images.
What are the different styles available in nii version 5, and how do you apply them?
-In nii version 5, you can apply styles such as 'expressive' for a mature dramatic look, 'cute' for a whimsical and cute style with little characters, 'scenic' for a focus on scenes and environmental details, or 'original' to revert to the original nii version 5 style. You apply these styles by typing '--Style' followed by the desired style at the end of your prompt.
What is the purpose of the 'stylize' score in Midjourney, and how does it affect the results?
-The 'stylize' score in Midjourney, which ranges from 0 to 1000 with a default of 100, is used to change how stylized your results are. A higher score increases the stylization, while a lower score reduces it, allowing you to experiment with different levels of stylization to achieve the desired look.
What are some generic phrases that can be added to prompts to ensure an anime style in the imagery?
-Generic phrases such as 'anime style' or 'manga style' can be added to prompts to ensure an anime style. You can also mix up the medium by adding '3D anime style' or '3D manga style'.
How can you influence the style of the generated images by referencing different eras or decades of animation?
-You can influence the style by adding phrases like 'anime retro' with a specific year attached, or by using terms like 'anime screen cap' to mimic the look of a film shot from a particular era.
What are some art styles and genres of anime that can be explored in Midjourney?
-Some art styles and genres of anime that can be explored include 'cartoonish anime', 'chibi', and others listed in the video description, which can yield diverse looking images based on the style you're trying to achieve.
How can you reference a particular anime artist in your prompts to influence the style of the generated images?
-You can reference a particular anime artist by adding their name to your prompt, such as 'Kira Toriyama style' for a Dragon Ball Z look. Keep in mind that the style may not match the artist exactly but will have an influence.
What are some popular anime studios that can be referenced in prompts to achieve a specific style?
-Popular anime studios like Studio Ghibli can be referenced in prompts to achieve a specific style. The script mentions several other studios known for their distinct styles.
How can you use references to specific shows or movies to influence the style of the generated images?
-You can directly reference shows or movies in your prompts, which can have a strong influence on the style, often incorporating elements or even characters from those popular shows or movies.
What is the 'Remix' feature in Midjourney, and how can it be used to refine the results?
-The 'Remix' feature in Midjourney allows you to refine the results by mixing different styles together. You can activate it by typing '/sl settings' and clicking the remix button, then adding different style elements to your prompt and submitting it again.
How can you use style references to take more control over the generated anime images?
-You can use style references by adding '--sref' followed by a URL from an image you uploaded to a site like postimage.cc. This helps the AI to lean more towards the style of the referenced image, giving you more control over the final result.
What are the recommended upscaling methods for anime images generated in Midjourney?
-The script recommends using 'upscale 1' for each subtle, as it generally stays closest to the original. The 'nii' model does an excellent job of upscaling anime images, producing high-resolution results.
Outlines
🎨 Exploring AI Anime Art with Mid Journey
This paragraph introduces the concept of creating anime-style AI art using Mid Journey, a Discord bot. It explains the process of selecting the appropriate model version, such as 'nii version 6', for the best results. The script also mentions the availability of different styles and customization options, including the use of stylization scores to modify the art's appearance. The paragraph further delves into the use of specific phrases and styles to achieve the desired anime look, including generic terms like 'anime style' or 'Manga style', as well as more specific references to animation eras, genres, and artists. The aim is to guide users on how to prompt the AI effectively to generate anime-themed images.
🔧 Customizing Anime Art with Styles and References
This paragraph continues the discussion on creating anime art with AI, focusing on the customization process. It describes how to combine different styles, such as 'Ghost in the Shell' and 'Kira Toriyama', to achieve unique results. The script provides a step-by-step guide on how to use the 'remix' feature to experiment with style combinations and suggests using style references with URLs to direct image styles. The paragraph also touches on the upscaling process for the generated images, recommending the use of 'upscale one' for high-resolution anime images. The goal is to demonstrate the versatility of AI in generating anime art and the creative possibilities offered by Mid Journey's features.
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Keywords
💡Anime AI Art
💡Midjourney
💡NII Version 6
💡Prompting
💡Stylize Score
💡Anime Style
💡Era-Based Style
💡Anime Artist
💡Anime Studios
💡Remix
💡Style Reference
Highlights
Create impressive anime AI art using mid-journey in Discord.
Select 'nii version 6' in settings for the best anime image results.
Explore different NIU models and mid-journey versions for various image styles.
Utilize 'Style' command with 'expressive', 'cute', 'scenic', or 'original' for distinct anime styles.
Experiment with 'stylize' scores to adjust the stylization of your AI-generated images.
Add generic phrases like 'anime style' or 'manga style' to prompts for a basic anime look.
Incorporate animation eras or decades for a nostalgic anime style.
Use 'anime screen cap' for images resembling film shots from specific eras.
Explore different art styles and genres of anime like 'cartoonish' or 'chibi'.
Add specific anime artists' names to prompts for artist-specific styles.
Reference popular anime studios to emulate their distinct visual styles.
Combine show or movie references with studios or styles for tailored results.
Use the 'remix' feature to refine and experiment with AI-generated images.
Mix styles like '1990s anime screen cap' and 'Kira Toriyama' for unique results.
Apply 'Studio Ghibli style' for a softer, distinct anime aesthetic.
Use style references with URLs to guide the AI towards a specific visual style.
Upscale AI-generated anime images for higher resolution using 'upscale' commands.
Explore additional resources for understanding style references and transforming into an anime character.