Advanced Midjourney V5.1 Guide (Ultra Realistic AI Photography with Style Raw Mode - Prompt Study)

Cyberjungle
3 Jun 202303:58

TLDRThe video script discusses the 'style raw' parameter introduced in Midjourney version 5.1, which aims to provide a more realistic and unfiltered look to generated images by removing some of the default aesthetic styles. The video explores the use of 'style raw' through two methods: adding it to specific prompts or enabling it permanently in settings. Experiments are conducted to compare the output of short and long prompts with and without 'style raw'. The findings show that 'style raw' is more effective for detailed and specific prompts, and it requires clear creative direction from the user. The video concludes that while Midjourney v5.1 is good for stylizing short prompts and serves the average user well, 'style raw' is ideal for those who have a precise vision for their artwork and for long prompts with detailed descriptions. The presenter invites viewers to share their preferences in the comments.

Takeaways

  • 📸 **Style Raw Parameter**: Introduced in Midjourney V5.1, it allows for a more raw and realistic look in generated images by reducing the default aesthetic styles.
  • 🔍 **Two Ways to Enable Raw Mode**: You can either add the 'style raw' parameter to a specific prompt or activate it permanently in your Midjourney settings.
  • 🧪 **Experimentation**: The video includes tests to observe the effects of Raw Mode on image generation, focusing on prompt length and AI photography prompts.
  • 📝 **Short Prompts**: For short, less detailed prompts, V5.1 generates more stylized images, whereas Raw Mode produces less stylized and more realistic results.
  • 🎨 **Creative Direction**: The effectiveness of Raw Mode is highly dependent on the creator's artistic direction, especially for prompts that are not extremely stylized.
  • 🌟 **Long, Complex Prompts**: Raw Mode performs better with detailed prompts, particularly when specific style elements are mentioned.
  • 📷 **AI Photography Prompts**: When keywords like 'photo' or 'photography' are used, Raw Mode can provide better results, especially for subjects engaged in special activities.
  • 🔧 **Autopilot vs. Manual Control**: V5.1 operates like autopilot, finding optimal styles for short prompts, while Raw Mode is for users who want precise control over their artwork.
  • 🖼️ **Portrait Photography**: In regular portrait photography, there may not be a significant difference between V5.1 and Raw Mode.
  • 🤔 **User Preference**: The video concludes by asking viewers for their preference between V5.1 and Raw Mode, inviting comments for further discussion.
  • 📚 **Additional Resources**: Links to the Midjourney V5.1 AI photography style guide and further content on creating art with Midjourney are provided in the description and pinned comment.

Q & A

  • What is the main purpose of the 'style raw' parameter introduced in Midjourney version 5.1?

    -The 'style raw' parameter in Midjourney 5.1 allows users to strip away some of the default Midjourney aesthetic styles, giving images a more raw, unfiltered, and realistic look.

  • How can the 'style raw' parameter be enabled for specific prompts?

    -To enable 'style raw' for specific prompts, add the 'style raw' parameter to the end of your input prompt.

  • What is the alternative method to enable 'style raw' for all image creations?

    -Permanent activation can be done through wire settings within your Midjourney settings to ensure 'style raw' is always enabled for all your image creations.

  • How does the 'style raw' parameter affect the output when using short and less detailed prompts?

    -With short and less detailed prompts, the 'style raw' parameter makes the image appear less stylized and more realistic, adhering closely to the original words without adding much creativity on top.

  • What was observed when extremely stylized versions were used with the 'style raw' parameter?

    -An extremely stylized version showed that 'style raw' mode is more dependent on the creator's artistic direction, potentially adding some random artistic options to the output.

  • How does 'style raw' parameter react to creative explorations in prompts?

    -The 'style raw' parameter requires clear and specific creative direction from the user, as it delivers a very literal interpretation of the prompt, especially when style elements are referenced.

  • What was the conclusion of the experiment involving long complex prompts with specific details?

    -The 'style raw' mode picks up on detail better than v5.1, especially when style elements are referenced, making it suitable for long prompts with detailed style descriptions or specific scenes.

  • How does 'style raw' react to AI photography prompts with keywords like 'photo' or 'photography'?

    -When using keywords like 'photo' or 'photography' in the prompt, 'style raw' gives better results when the subject is engaged in a special activity, delivering what was asked in the prompt very well on the output.

  • What is the general recommendation for using 'style raw' in portrait photography?

    -In regular portrait photography, there won't be a massive difference between v5.1 and 'style raw', so the choice depends on the user's preference for style and realism.

  • What does the author suggest is the optimal way to use the 'style raw' parameter?

    -The author suggests that 'style raw' is optimal for users who know exactly what they want from their artwork and for long prompts with detailed style descriptions or specific scenes.

  • What does the author conclude about the Midjourney v5.1's capabilities?

    -The author concludes that Midjourney v5.1 operates like autopilot, finding the best way and optimal style for prompts, especially excelling at stylizing short prompts.

  • How can viewers find more information about creating art with Midjourney?

    -Viewers can find more information about creating art with Midjourney by following the link provided in the description below and in the pinned comment of the video.

Outlines

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🖼️ Understanding the Style Raw Parameter in Mid-Journey 5.1

This paragraph introduces the concept of the 'style raw' parameter in Mid-Journey version 5.1, which allows users to create images with a more unfiltered and realistic aesthetic by reducing the default styles. It explains two methods to enable raw mods: either by adding the style raw parameter to a specific prompt or by activating it permanently in the settings. The paragraph also sets the stage for empirical tests to evaluate the effectiveness of the raw mod and promises to share conclusions and optimal usage strategies at the end of the video.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Midjourney V5.1

Midjourney V5.1 refers to a specific version of a software or tool used for creating AI-generated images. It is the context within which the video discusses the use of the 'style raw' parameter. In the video, it is portrayed as having an autopilot feature that finds the best way to stylize prompts for image creation.

💡Style Raw Parameter

The 'style raw' parameter is a feature introduced in Midjourney V5.1 that allows users to create images with a more unfiltered and realistic look by reducing the default aesthetic styles applied by the software. It is a key focus of the video, where the presenter discusses how and when to use it effectively.

💡Prompt Studies

Prompt studies involve testing and analyzing the output of the AI image generation tool based on different input prompts. The video uses prompt studies to demonstrate the effects of using the 'style raw' parameter and to compare it with the standard operation of Midjourney V5.1.

💡Empirical and Scientific

The terms 'empirical' and 'scientific' suggest a methodical and evidence-based approach to the tests conducted in the video. The presenter aims to provide a systematic analysis of the 'style raw' parameter's effects on image generation, making the conclusions more reliable.

💡Aesthetic Styles

Aesthetic styles refer to the visual characteristics and artistic choices that define the look of an image. In the context of the video, Midjourney V5.1 typically applies certain default styles to the generated images, which can be altered using the 'style raw' parameter for a more realistic outcome.

💡Creative Direction

Creative direction implies the guidance provided to the AI tool to influence the style and content of the generated images. The video emphasizes the importance of giving clear creative direction when using the 'style raw' parameter, as it can lead to more accurate and desired results.

💡Photorealistic

Photorealistic describes images that closely resemble real-life photographs in terms of detail and visual fidelity. The video discusses how the 'style raw' parameter performs when generating photorealistic images, especially with long and complex prompts that include detailed style descriptions.

💡AI Photography Prompts

AI photography prompts are the textual instructions or descriptions provided to the AI tool to guide the creation of an image. The video tests how the 'style raw' parameter reacts to different types of AI photography prompts, including simple and complex ones.

💡Optimal Way

The 'optimal way' refers to the most effective or ideal method of using a feature or tool. The video aims to determine the optimal way to use the 'style raw' parameter for different types of image generation tasks within Midjourney V5.1.

💡Portrait Photography

Portrait photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing the personality and expression of a person. The video mentions that in regular portrait photography, there might not be a significant difference between the results produced by Midjourney V5.1 and those with the 'style raw' parameter.

💡Artwork

Artwork in the context of the video refers to the images generated by the AI tool. The presenter discusses how the 'style raw' parameter can be beneficial for users who have a clear vision of what they want in their artwork, allowing for more precise control over the final image.

Highlights

Style Raw parameter in Midjourney 5.1 allows for a more raw, unfiltered, and realistic look in images.

Two ways to enable Style Raw: by adding it to the end of a specific prompt or by permanent activation in settings.

Short prompts with Style Raw appear less stylized and more realistic.

Style Raw is more dependent on the creator's artistic direction and may add random artistic options.

Adding creative direction to Style Raw is critical for better results.

Long, complex prompts with Style Raw pick up on details better, especially when style elements are referenced.

Style Raw gives better results when the subject is engaged in a special activity.

Midjourney V5.1 is like autopilot, finding the best way and optimal style for prompts.

V5.1 does especially well with stylizing short prompts.

Style Raw is ideal for those who know exactly what they want from their artwork.

Style Raw is perfect for long prompts with detailed style descriptions or specific scenes.

In regular portrait photography, there's not a massive difference between V5.1 and Style Raw.

The tutorial provides empirical and scientific prompt studies to understand the impact of Style Raw.

The video shares conclusions of experiments and the optimal way to use Style Raw.

Midjourney V5.1 is suitable for average users, while Style Raw is for those with precise creative needs.

The tutorial includes a link to the Midjourney V5.1 AI photography style guide in the description.

The author encourages viewers to share their opinions on V5.1 and Style Raw in the comments.

All base images were generated using Midjourney with prompts from the AI photography style guide.

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