--P: Midjourney Model Personalization (for CUSTOM AI Art)

Wade McMaster - Creator Impact
12 Jun 202406:28

TLDRDiscover how to personalize your AI art with Midjourney's Model Personalization feature. Start by ranking 200 images on the Midjourney website to train your model. Use the 'd-p' parameter in prompts to generate personalized images, and adjust the personalization level with a code ranging from 0 to 1000. The video demonstrates the impact of personalization on various images, from the Incredible Hulk to a modern family home, showcasing the transformation from standard to highly stylized art. Don't miss the updated Midjourney cheat sheet for all the latest parameters.

Takeaways

  • 🚀 Midjourney has introduced a new feature for personalizing AI art, allowing users to tailor the style of generated images to their preferences.
  • 📝 To personalize your model, visit the Midjourney website, log in, and navigate to the 'Tasks' section to rank images according to your preference.
  • ⌨️ Use the number keys on your keyboard to quickly rank images, with options to skip images by pressing '3'.
  • 🔢 Rank approximately 200 images to establish a solid foundation for your personalized model.
  • 📊 Check your ranking count to ensure you've ranked enough images for effective personalization.
  • 🖼️ After ranking, use the 'Create' section to generate personalized images by adding 'd-p' to your prompt to utilize the personalized model.
  • 🔄 You can adjust the level of personalization by adding a personalization code and adjusting the 's' parameter for style intensity.
  • 🔄 In Discord, personalization can be set as a default feature by using the '/settings' command with the '--p' suffix.
  • 🔄 The 'SL prefer suffix' allows setting default personalization and style parameters, streamlining the image creation process.
  • 🆚 The script compares non-personalized and personalized images using the same seed number to demonstrate the impact of personalization.
  • 🎨 The personalization feature is in an early testing phase and is subject to change, so results may not always be consistent.
  • 📚 A Midjourney cheat sheet is available, updated with the latest personalization feature, and can be downloaded from the provided link.

Q & A

  • What is the new feature being tested on Mid Journey for AI art?

    -The new feature being tested is called 'Model personalization', which allows users to personalize their AI art by ranking images according to their preferences.

  • How do you start personalizing your AI art model on Mid Journey?

    -To start personalizing your model, you need to go to the Mid Journey website, log in, and navigate to the 'tasks' section where you can find 'rank images'.

  • What is the basic action required to rank images in the 'rank images' task on Mid Journey?

    -You are shown two images and need to decide which one you prefer. You can use the number keys on your keyboard to make your choice quickly.

  • How many image rankings are typically required to personalize the model?

    -To get personalization going, you are expected to rank about 200 images.

  • How can you check the number of rankings you've done on Mid Journey?

    -You can check the number of rankings by going to the 'ranking count' which is displayed on the platform.

  • What parameter do you use to apply your personalized model to a prompt?

    -To use your personalized model on a prompt, you type in the parameter 'd-p' followed by your personalization code.

  • What is the purpose of the '--s' parameter when using the personalized model?

    -The '--s' parameter allows you to adjust the level of personalization, with values ranging from 0 (no personalization) to 1000 (maximum personalization).

  • Can the personalization feature be set as a default in Discord?

    -Yes, in Discord, you can set personalization as a default by going to 'slash settings' and enabling the feature, which will append '--P' to your commands.

  • What is the significance of the 'stylize' value in the personalization process?

    -The 'stylize' value determines the intensity of the style applied to the AI-generated images, enhancing the personalization to match your preferences.

  • How does the personalization feature affect the consistency of AI art generation?

    -As the personalization feature is in an early testing phase and described as constantly in flux, the consistency of AI art generation may not always be reliable.

  • What is the recommended approach when using the personalization feature for the first time?

    -It is recommended to approach the personalization feature with an understanding that it is still in testing and may not be consistent, and to experiment with ranking images to see the effects on your AI art.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Personalizing AI Art with Mid Journey

This paragraph introduces a new feature on the Mid Journey website that allows users to personalize their AI art experience. Users can start personalization by logging into the Mid Journey site, navigating to 'tasks', and then to 'rank images'. Here, users are shown two images and must choose their preference, which can be done quickly using keyboard shortcuts. The process involves ranking about 200 images to train the model to understand the user's preferences. Once the ranking is complete, users can check their progress and then proceed to create personalized images using the 'create' section. The personalized model can be invoked with the 'd-p' parameter, and the level of personalization can be adjusted with a personalization code and a 'stylize' value. The paragraph also mentions that this feature is in the testing phase and may not be consistent, and it concludes with a comparison of images with varying levels of personalization, showcasing the differences in style and artistic interpretation.

05:01

🌐 Exploring the Effects of AI Art Personalization

The second paragraph delves into the effects of AI art personalization on various prompts, such as 'planet Earth' and 'smartphone'. It demonstrates how the personalization feature can lean towards certain themes, like nature scenes, and how the 'stylize' value can alter the imagery dramatically. The paragraph provides examples of how different prompts evolve from a standard image to a highly stylized one, reflecting the user's personal preferences. It also touches on the emotional impact of the personalization, such as the 'smartphone' example reflecting a potential internal conflict with technology. The paragraph concludes by encouraging users to experiment with the personalization feature after ranking their images on the Mid Journey website and reminds viewers of the availability of a Mid Journey cheat sheet for additional guidance.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Personalization

Personalization refers to the process of tailoring a product or service to meet individual preferences or needs. In the context of the video, it is about customizing the AI art model to reflect the user's aesthetic preferences by ranking images they prefer. This is done by interacting with the Mid Journey website, where users rank about 200 images to train the model according to their tastes, as illustrated when the narrator guides through the ranking process and mentions the 'rank images' feature.

💡Mid Journey

Mid Journey is the name of the platform being discussed in the video, which offers a feature for personalizing AI art models. It is the place where users need to log in and perform tasks such as ranking images to personalize their AI art experience. The term is used throughout the script to refer to the website and its features, such as when the narrator instructs viewers to 'head to the Mid Journey website' and when discussing the 'Mid Journey cheat sheet'.

💡Model

In the script, 'Model' refers to the AI art model that users can personalize. It is the underlying system or algorithm that generates the artwork based on user input and preferences. The narrator explains how to start personalizing the model and mentions using the 'd-p' parameter to apply personalization to the generated images.

💡Rank Images

The 'Rank Images' feature on the Mid Journey platform is a task where users are presented with two images at a time and must decide which one they prefer. This process helps the AI learn the user's preferences. The script describes this feature when the narrator says, 'after you click on that you want to go to rank images and they're going to show you two images and your basically going to need to decide which one you prefer.'

💡Parameters

Parameters in this context are specific instructions or values that users can input to control the behavior of the AI model. For example, 'd-p' is used to activate personalization, and '--s' followed by a number adjusts the level of stylization. The script explains how to use these parameters, such as 'this is where we type in the parameter d-p to use our personalized model on our prompt.'

💡Discord

Discord is mentioned as another platform where users can utilize the personalization feature of the AI art model. The script highlights a difference in how personalization is applied on Discord, where users can set personalization as a default setting with the 'slash settings' command, as noted when the narrator says, 'but what the big difference in Discord is if I remove my prompt go to slash settings, I have the option to turn on personalization.'

💡Stylization

Stylization refers to the degree to which the AI model applies the user's personal preferences to the generated artwork. It is adjustable through the '--s' parameter, with values ranging from 0 to 1000. The script explains how increasing the stylization value can dramatically change the artwork, as demonstrated when comparing images with different stylization levels, such as 'then almost completely caveman on the far right with the full stylized 1000 value'.

💡Seed

In the context of AI-generated art, a 'seed' is a value that initiates the generation process and can be used to reproduce the same image. The script mentions using the same seed number for comparison purposes to show the differences between non-personalized and personalized images, as when the narrator states, 'I've tested these out by using the exact same seed number and the exact same image on each grid to more accurately show you the difference.'

💡Cheat Sheet

A 'Cheat Sheet' is a quick reference guide that provides an overview of instructions or parameters. In the video, the narrator refers to a 'Mid Journey cheat sheet' that includes all the parameters for the AI art model, which has been updated with the latest personalization feature. The cheat sheet is mentioned as a resource for viewers, with a link provided in the description for download.

💡Testing Phase

The 'Testing Phase' indicates that the personalization feature is still in development and not yet finalized. The script mentions this to set expectations that the feature may change or behave inconsistently, as when the narrator advises, 'this is still early and a testing phase, and Mid Journey have described it as a fun feature constantly in flux so things, aren't always going to be consistent.'

Highlights

Introduction of a new feature for personalizing AI art on the Mid Journey platform.

Instructions on how to personalize your AI model by ranking images on the Mid Journey website.

Using keyboard shortcuts to quickly rank images for model personalization.

The importance of ranking around 200 images to start personalization effectively.

Checking the ranking count to ensure enough images have been ranked for personalization.

Creating personalized images by using the 'd-p' parameter with a text prompt.

The option to adjust the level of personalization using a personalization code.

How to use the 'd-p' parameter along with '--s' to control the intensity of personalization.

The ability to set personalization as a default setting in the Discord platform.

Using the 'SL' command in Discord to activate personalization with custom settings.

The availability of a Mid Journey cheat sheet with updated personalization features.

A cautionary note that personalization is in an early testing phase and may not be consistent.

Demonstration of the difference between non-personalized and fully personalized images using the same seed.

Examples of how personalization affects various image prompts, from the Incredible Hulk to a modern family home.

The impact of personalization on creating unique and artistic AI-generated images.

The potential for personalization to reflect individual preferences and tastes in AI art.

Encouragement for users to experiment with personalization to find their unique style.

A reminder to check out the Mid Journey cheat sheet for more information and parameters.