10 INSANELY FUN Midjourney ART STYLES: Vol 6 (Midjourney Prompt tips!)

Wade McMaster - Creator Impact
31 Aug 202311:24

TLDRIn this video, the host introduces 10 unique art styles that can be applied to the Midjourney AI to create visually stunning and diverse imagery. Styles such as Nature Punk, which incorporates natural elements into subjects, and Stained Glass Portrait, which gives a window-like appearance, are explored. The video also covers Hydro Dip, which adds a paint and water effect, Fractal, which introduces never-ending patterns, and the whimsical Simpsons Cartoon Style, which transforms images into a cartoonish aesthetic. Each style is demonstrated with various subjects, including a woman's face, Pikachu, and Darth Vader, showcasing the versatility and creativity of Midjourney's art generation capabilities. The host also discusses the occasional inconsistencies in the styles but emphasizes the fun and interesting effects they bring to the images. Additionally, the video provides a link to a Midjourney cheat sheet for more style options and tips.

Takeaways

  • 🌿 Nature Punk: Adds nature elements to imagery, such as vines and sticks growing around a subject's face.
  • 🎨 Stained Glass Portrait: Creates a look resembling an actual stained glass window, with intricate details and color.
  • 🗻 Samurai and Mount Fuji: Presents a peaceful and impactful image, often with a focus on the serene backdrop of Mount Fuji.
  • 🕶️ Dog with Sunglasses: Offers a cool and uncommon look, especially when applied to less conventional subjects.
  • 💧 Hydro Dip: Provides a paint and water effect, creating a splattery look with dripping paint.
  • 🧩 Fractal: Introduces a never-ending pattern, adding complexity and a unique style to subjects.
  • 📺 Simpsons Cartoon Style: Transforms images into a cartoon style reminiscent of the Simpsons, with thick lines and exaggerated features.
  • 🎶 Vinyl Sticker: Gives a printed sticker appearance, with a vector style that simplifies the image while maintaining its essence.
  • 🌀 Zentangle: Applies a distinctive black and white line work, adding intricate swirls and patterns to the subject.
  • 📐 Geometric Shape Design: Transforms subjects into geometric designs, often resulting in a low poly or 3D effect.
  • 📜 Blueprint: Aims to make images resemble architectural blueprints, with lines and details that outline the structure.

Q & A

  • What is the first art style mentioned in the video that can be added to a prompt?

    -The first art style mentioned is 'Nature Punk', which tends to add nature elements to the imagery.

  • What kind of effect does the 'stained glass portrait' style have on the images?

    -The 'stained glass portrait' style gives the images a look of being made out of stained glass or lead light, resembling an actual window.

  • How does the 'hydro dip' style affect the appearance of the subjects?

    -The 'hydro dip' style makes the subjects appear as if they are dipped in paint and water, creating a splattery, action sort of look with drips and paint.

  • What is the 'fractal' style and how does it impact the images?

    -The 'fractal' style introduces a never-ending pattern into the images, which can be interesting and unique depending on the subject.

  • How does the 'Simpsons cartoon style' modify the images?

    -The 'Simpsons cartoon style' turns the subjects into characters resembling those from The Simpsons, with thick lines and a distinctive color palette.

  • What is the 'vinyl sticker' style and what does it look like?

    -The 'vinyl sticker' style makes the images resemble printed stickers that are cut out, with a vector style that keeps the design simple and photograph-like.

  • What is the 'Zentangle' art style and how does it appear on the images?

    -The 'Zentangle' style is characterized by intricate black and white line work, creating swirls, vines, and patterns that overlay the images in a detailed manner.

  • What is 'megalophobia' and how is it represented in the video?

    -Megalophobia is the fear of large objects. In the video, it is demonstrated through images that depict subjects as being small in the presence of giant objects, introducing a sense of scale and potentially fear.

  • How does the 'geometric shape design' style transform the subjects in the images?

    -The 'geometric shape design' style turns the subjects into geometric designs, sometimes resembling a low poly 3D character, and can also alter the architecture of objects like houses.

  • What is the 'blueprint' style and how does it affect the images?

    -The 'blueprint' style aims to make images look like architectural blueprints, using lines and details to represent the structure and layout of the subjects.

  • What resource does the speaker recommend for those who want to explore more styles with mid-journey?

    -The speaker recommends checking out the 'mid-journey cheat sheet' which contains codes, parameters, and models for different styles. It's a helpful resource for those looking to experiment with various commands.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Creative Imagery Styles with Mid-Journey AI

This paragraph introduces a variety of creative styles that can be applied to generate unique imagery using AI. The speaker discusses the 'nature punk' style, which incorporates natural elements into images, as seen with a woman's face surrounded by vines and sticks. The 'stained glass portrait' style transforms images into vibrant, window-like designs. The 'hydro dip' effect gives a paint and water splashed appearance, while 'fractal' introduces never-ending patterns to images. The 'Simpsons cartoon style' adds a humorous twist by turning characters into Simpsons-like figures. The paragraph also touches on 'vinyl sticker' and 'Zentangle' styles, the latter characterized by its intricate black and white line work.

05:00

🚗 Stickers, Blueprints, and Geometric Designs

The second paragraph explores different visual effects such as the 'vinyl sticker' style, which turns images into simplified, sticker-like designs with a vector feel. The 'blueprint' style attempts to make images resemble architectural blueprints, with varying levels of success. The 'geometric shape design' transforms subjects into low poly, geometric shapes, offering a 3D effect in some cases. The 'megaphobia' style, inspired by the fear of large objects, creates images that emphasize scale and can induce a sense of unease. The paragraph concludes with a discussion on the 'Zentangle' style, which adds detailed, swirling patterns to images, and its application to various subjects.

10:02

📚 Mid-Journey Cheat Sheet and Additional Resources

The final paragraph provides information about additional resources for users interested in experimenting with different styles and commands in Mid-Journey AI. The speaker mentions a 'mid-journey cheat sheet' containing codes, parameters, and models that can be used for generating varied outputs. The paragraph encourages viewers to check out the cheat sheet and the Mid-Journey Styles playlist for more exploration into these styles. It concludes with a thank you note and an invitation to like the video and explore more content.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Midjourney

Midjourney refers to a creative AI tool that generates images based on textual prompts provided by the user. In the context of this video, it is used to demonstrate how different styles can be applied to various subjects to create unique and interesting imagery. The video showcases the results of using Midjourney with different art styles, such as 'Nature Punk' and 'Fractal,' to transform ordinary subjects into visually striking pieces of art.

💡Nature Punk

Nature Punk is an art style that incorporates natural elements into the design. In the video, it is used to create images where subjects are surrounded or integrated with vines, sticks, and other organic materials. This style is showcased with a woman's face and other characters like Michael Jackson and Darth Vader, where nature seems to grow around them, adding a unique and earthy aesthetic to the images.

💡Stained Glass Portrait

A Stained Glass Portrait is an art style that mimics the appearance of traditional stained glass windows. It is characterized by vibrant colors and intricate patterns, often separated by lead strips. In the video, this style is applied to a woman's face and other subjects, creating an effect that resembles a colorful, translucent window with a subject's likeness.

💡Hydro Dip

Hydro Dip is an effect that gives the appearance of a subject being dipped in paint and water, resulting in a splattery, action-packed look. The video describes how this style is applied to create dynamic images with dripping paint and fluid movement, exemplified by the character Pikachu, where the hydro dip effect adds a sense of motion and texture to the character.

💡Fractal

Fractal, in the context of this video, refers to an art style that uses never-ending patterns to create a complex and detailed design. The video shows how adding a fractal style to images results in intricate, repeating patterns that can transform the subject's appearance, such as the fractal lightning around Pikachu or the geometric swirls around Darth Vader's head.

💡Cartoon Style

Cartoon Style is an art style that simplifies and exaggerates features for expressive and stylistic purposes. The video demonstrates how subjects like the Modern Family Home and characters like Darth Vader are transformed into cartoon versions of themselves, with thick outlines and bold colors, resembling popular animated series like The Simpsons.

💡Vinyl Sticker

Vinyl Sticker is an art style that mimics the look of printed stickers that are cut out and can be applied to surfaces like cars. The video shows how this style can be applied to create images that look like they are made of vinyl, with a flat, sticker-like appearance, as seen with a woman's face and a futuristic car, which take on a simplified, graphic look.

💡Zentangle

Zentangle is an art style characterized by intricate, repetitive patterns that form a complex design. In the video, subjects like a woman's face and a Samurai are transformed using the Zentangle style, which adds detailed, swirling lines and shapes that cover the subjects, giving them a rich, textured appearance.

💡Megalophobia

Megalophobia is the fear of large objects or spaces. The video creatively uses this concept to generate images that evoke a sense of fear or awe due to the scale of the subjects, such as a giant Pikachu causing chaos or a towering waterfall that appears menacing due to its size.

💡Geometric Shape Design

Geometric Shape Design involves the use of geometric shapes and patterns to create a design. The video shows how subjects like Michael Jackson and a waterfall are reimagined using geometric shapes, giving them a structured, almost architectural look that simplifies the subjects into basic forms.

💡Blueprint

Blueprint, in the context of this video, refers to an art style that makes images resemble architectural or technical drawings. The video demonstrates how subjects like a house and Darth Vader are transformed into blueprint-style images, with lines and shapes that outline the structure and design elements in a precise, technical manner.

Highlights

Explore 10 new art styles to enhance your Midjourney prompts for unique imagery.

Nature Punk style incorporates nature elements like vines and sticks around subjects.

Stained glass portrait style creates a window-like effect with lead light aesthetics.

Hydro dip effect gives a paint and water dipped appearance with splattery action.

Fractal style introduces never-ending patterns for a complex and detailed look.

Simpsons cartoon style transforms subjects into characters with a humorous twist.

Vinyl sticker style simplifies images into vector-like stickers with a 3D effect.

Zentangle style brings intricate black and white line work to life in a unique fashion.

Megalophobia style captures the fear of large objects with a creative and impactful approach.

Geometric shape design turns subjects into low poly or symmetrical geometric patterns.

Blueprint style gives a technical and architectural blueprint appearance to images.

Midjourney's AI is improving in consistency and quality of cartoon styles.

Inconsistencies in styles can lead to unexpected and sometimes more interesting results.

Each style can have a different impact depending on the subject, creating varied outcomes.

The video provides a Midjourney cheat sheet for more styles and parameters to experiment with.

Midjourney Styles playlist offers more exploration into various art styles for creative prompts.

The use of specific styles can transform familiar subjects into new and engaging visuals.

Adding fractal patterns to elements like Pikachu's lightning creates a powerful glowing effect.

The video demonstrates how to apply these styles to different subjects for creative inspiration.