STYLE RANDOM in Midjourney V6! (using Style Reference!)

Wade McMaster - Creator Impact
28 Apr 202406:45

TLDRIn this informative video, the presenter explores the new 'Style Random' feature in Midjourney V6, which allows users to input 'sref random' at the end of their prompt to generate images with a random style. The video demonstrates how to obtain a style reference code from an image, which can then be applied to future prompts for consistency. It also highlights the ability to combine styles within an image using the 'vary region' tool. The presenter shares a trick to upscale and change style references within specific areas of an image. The video also covers limitations, such as the inability to use more than one code and the incompatibility of certain commands with the new feature. The presenter encourages viewers to experiment with different style numbers and to share their findings. Finally, the video shows how to use style variations with image URLs for further creative control, inviting viewers to explore and share their discoveries with the community.

Takeaways

  • 🎨 **Random Style Feature**: In Midjourney V6, you can add 'sref random' to your prompt to generate an image with a random style.
  • 📝 **Style Reference Code**: A style reference code is provided alongside your prompt, which you can copy and use for consistency across images.
  • 🔗 **Discord vs. Website**: On the Midjourney website, 'srf random' is shown instead of the code, but you can obtain the code using the job ID through Discord.
  • 🔄 **Consistent Style Across Tools**: The same style code can be applied in both the Midjourney website and Discord for a consistent result.
  • 🔢 **Numerical Style Codes**: By using 'D-sref' followed by any number, you can generate images with a specific numbered style, allowing for experimentation.
  • 🌐 **Sharing Style Codes**: You can share and use style codes with others, and the creator plans to compile these on their website for easy access.
  • 🖼️ **Combining Styles with Vary Region**: Using the lasso tool and 'vary region' in remix mode, you can apply different style references to specific parts of an image.
  • ❌ **Limitations**: You cannot use more than one style code at a time, and certain combinations like 'SV' with a URL or number result in errors.
  • 🔎 **Exploring Styles**: Typing a random number after 'D-' allows for discovery of different styles, and using 'D-repeat' with a number lets you try multiple styles at once.
  • 📈 **Style Variations**: By using an image URL with 'D-SV' and a set of numbers in curly brackets, you can generate multiple slight variations of a style.
  • 🔗 **Using URLs for Styles**: You can still use image URLs as style references in version six, allowing for the creation of different styles based on the same image.
  • 📚 **Resource for Style Codes**: The video description contains a link to a resource of style codes for further exploration and experimentation.

Q & A

  • What is the new feature in Midjourney V6 that allows for a random style to be applied to an image?

    -In Midjourney V6, you can type 'sref random' at the end of your prompt to get a random style applied to your image.

  • How can you obtain a style reference code when using the Midjourney website?

    -On the Midjourney website, after generating an image, you can copy the job ID, then use the command 'slash show space' followed by pasting the job ID in Discord to obtain the style code.

  • Is there a consistency in the style across multiple images generated using the same style reference code?

    -Yes, there is a noticeable consistency in the style across images generated with the same style reference code.

  • What does the speaker plan to do with the discovered style numbers on their website?

    -The speaker plans to start a page on their website to share the discovered style numbers and styles, allowing others to try them out.

  • How can you combine styles within a single image using the 'vary region' feature?

    -With 'remix mode' turned on, you can use the lasso tool to select a specific area of the image and change the style reference, effectively applying a different style to that area.

  • What happens if you try to use more than one style code in Midjourney V6?

    -Using more than one style code in Midjourney V6 will result in an error; the system only accepts one style code at a time.

  • How can you explore a vast number of styles with a single prompt?

    -You can type 'random' followed by 'D-' and a number into your prompt to explore different styles. Using 'D- repeat' with a number allows you to try several different styles at once.

  • What is the purpose of the 'SV' parameter when using a URL in Midjourney?

    -The 'SV' parameter allows you to specify a style version between 1 to 4, which gives a slightly different version of the style when using an image URL.

  • How can you create variations of a single style using the 'curly brackets' method?

    -You can create variations by adding 'D-SV' followed by curly brackets containing a comma-separated list of numbers (1 to 4), which will generate multiple slightly different versions of that style.

  • What is the benefit of using the 'SL tune' function in version 5.2?

    -The 'SL tune' function allows you to create a style code that can be used in version 5.2, and then the URL can be copied and used as a style reference in version six for further experimentation.

  • How can you share a style code with others once you find one that is particularly appealing?

    -If you find a style code that is eye-catching, you can share it in the comments section of the video or any other platform where the discussion is taking place.

  • What does the speaker encourage the viewers to do after watching the video?

    -The speaker encourages viewers to like the video if they found it useful and to check out the resource of style codes provided in the video description.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Exploring MidJourney Version 6's Random Style Feature

The video introduces the new random style feature in MidJourney version 6, which allows users to add a style to their image by typing 'sref space random' at the end of their prompt. This feature is reminiscent of the 'tune' function from version 5 and provides a style reference code next to the prompt. The code can be copied from the job ID on Discord or the website, although the website uses 'srf random' instead of the actual code. Users can apply the same style to different prompts and even combine styles within an image using the 'vary region' tool. The video also discusses the limitations, such as the inability to use more than one code or mix codes with certain commands. It encourages viewers to experiment with different style numbers and share their findings, and it mentions the creation of a website page dedicated to sharing style codes and numbers.

05:00

🛡️ Using Style References and Variations in MidJourney

The second paragraph explains how to use style references with image URLs in MidJourney. By pasting an image URL and using the 'D- srf' command followed by the URL, users can apply styles to their prompts. The video also demonstrates how to use style versions (D-SV) with numbers ranging from 1 to 4 to achieve slightly different versions of the same style. Additionally, it shows how to generate multiple variations of a style using curly brackets to list permutations. The host encourages viewers to experiment with the new style random feature and to use the SL tune function in version 5.2 for creating style codes that can be used in version 6. The video concludes by inviting viewers to like the video if they found it useful and to stay tuned for more content.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Midjourney V6

Midjourney V6 refers to the sixth version of a software or tool used for image generation. In the context of the video, it is the platform where users can input prompts to generate images with various styles. It is central to the video's theme as it is the primary tool being discussed and demonstrated.

💡Style Reference (sref)

Style Reference, abbreviated as 'sref', is a feature that allows users to apply a specific style to their generated images. The video explains how to use 'sref' followed by 'random' to apply a random style to an image, which is a key concept in demonstrating the capabilities of Midjourney V6.

💡Discord

Discord is a communication platform where users can interact through text, voice, and video. In the video, it is mentioned as a preferred method for using certain functions of Midjourney V6, specifically for obtaining style codes, indicating its relevance in the process of image generation.

💡Job ID

A Job ID is a unique identifier for a particular task or operation. In the context of the video, it is used to copy and paste into a command in Discord to retrieve a style code generated from an image, showcasing its importance in the process of obtaining and reusing styles.

💡NII

NII, while not explicitly defined in the transcript, seems to refer to another version or tool within the Midjourney ecosystem used for generating images. It is mentioned to produce similar results when the same style code is applied, highlighting the consistency across different versions or tools.

💡Style Codes

Style Codes are numerical values that represent different styles that can be applied to generated images. The video discusses how these codes can be shared, copied, and used to recreate specific styles, which is a significant aspect of the Midjourney V6 functionality.

💡Vary Region

Vary Region is a feature that allows users to modify specific areas of an image with different styles. The video demonstrates how to use the lasso tool to select the eyes and change the style reference, thus applying a different style to that area, showcasing the granular control over style application.

💡Remix Mode

Remix Mode is a setting that, when enabled, allows for more variation in the generated images. It is mentioned in the context of using Vary Region to change styles in specific areas of an image, indicating its role in enhancing creative flexibility within the image generation process.

💡D-SV

D-SV stands for 'Discord Style Version' and is used in conjunction with a URL to apply a specific version of a style to an image. The video explains how to use D-SV with a set of numbers in curly brackets to generate multiple variations of a style, providing further customization options.

💡SL Tune

SL Tune is a function mentioned in the video that was used in Midjourney's previous version (version 5) to create style codes. It is still applicable in version 5.2 and can be used in conjunction with the new features of version 6, demonstrating the continuity of functionality across different versions.

💡Image URL

An Image URL is the web address that points directly to an image file. In the video, it is used to apply styles to existing images by uploading the Image URL into Midjourney V6, which allows users to generate new images with the same style as the original.

Highlights

In Midjourney V6, you can add 'sref space random' to your prompt to get a random style applied to your image.

The style reference code is provided next to your prompt, which can be copied and used for future prompts.

The 'tune' function from version 5 still works and is reminiscent of the new random style feature.

To use the new feature, ensure you have Midjourney version 6 selected in your settings.

You can copy the style code from the website by using the job ID and the 'slash show' command on Discord.

Consistency across images is maintained when using the same style reference code.

The style reference code can be applied to nii (neural image importer) in version 6 for similar results.

You can share and use style codes with others, expanding the creative possibilities.

By using numbers with 'D-sref', you can generate images with specific numbered styles.

A website page is being created to share discovered styles and their corresponding numbers.

Upscaling a number allows you to vary the region and change the style reference within an image.

Remix mode must be turned on to vary the region and change styles within an image.

You can combine styles within an image using the 'vary region' feature.

Using more than one style code or mixing codes with URLs will result in an error.

Entering a random number with 'D-' allows for experimentation with different styles.

Using 'D-repeat' with a number allows you to try several different styles at once.

If you find an eye-catching style, you can share it in the comments for others to try.

A resource of style codes is provided in the description for further experimentation.

You can use an image URL with 'SV' for Style Version to get slightly different versions of a style.

Using curly brackets and 'D-SV' with numbers allows for further control over style variations.

The video provides a comprehensive guide on using Midjourney's new style random feature and style codes.