What they are, why they're useful, where to find them, & when/how to use them π
π§΅ Thread w/ examples & prompts in ALTs
What is a --seed?
"MJ uses a seed # to create a field of visual noise, like television static, as a starting point to generate the initial image grids. Seed #'s are generated randomly for each image but can be specified by adding the --seed parameter at the end of your prompt."
Why are --seeds useful in MJ?
Using the same prompt + seed in MJ v4 (the current default) will produce identical images.
This is VERY useful when building a prompt, b/c it lets you visualize the impact of any addition/change you make (like here, with lighting)
Prompts in ALTs
Where can I find an images --seed in Midjourney?
You can:
-React w/ an βοΈ envelope emoji to any job in Discord
-From MJ dashboard click image > ... > copy > seed
-Or specify yourself by adding --seed 12345 (or any # you'd like) at the end of your prompt.
Important note on --seed #'s in Midjourney
The --seed values only influence the initial image grid. This means if you upscale and image, the upscaled image will have a different seed than the initial image grid. The same goes for variations. I tend to use the initial seed.
2) Use --seeds to visualize the impact of changes to variables in your prompt. In these images, I used the same prompt + seed, but I changed the "LOCATION" in each.
Prompts in ALTs
When/how to use --seed # in Midjourney (2.5/3)
2.5) Use --seeds to visualize the impact of changes to variables in your prompt. In these images, I used the same prompt + seed, but I changed the "COLOR" in each.
Prompts in ALTs
When/how to use --seed # in Midjourney (3/3)
3) Use --seeds to test the impact of syntax (i.e. the order of words) on your image generations. In these images, I used the same prompt + seed, but I moved the "Medium-full centered shot" variable to different areas.
Prompts in ALTs
This is just the tip of the iceberg. I'm working on a Youtube series that goes deep into my Additive Prompting Framework, including how to use seeds to your advantage (Link in bio)
These are all unaltered and unedited, straight out of Midjourney
Prompts & examples π
A young Indian woman with dark hair in an open ponytail and a black jacket stands on a university campus, looking directly at the camera. The image has a 1990s-style movie still aesthetic, with a close-up portrait on a sunny day.
v6 (left)
v7 (right)
A majestic barn owl perched on an ancient, moss-covered tree branch, surrounded by the misty forest. The scene is bathed in soft light filtering through the dense foliage, creating a magical and ethereal atmosphere. Photorealistic style with attention to detail of the feathers and textures.
I ran a bunch of random prompts through Google Veo 2
It's the best text-to-video model out right now
some non cherry-picked results:
An over-the-shoulder medium shot of an artist working quietly in a cramped, dimly lit attic studio, illuminated by a single overhead lamp. The painterβs brush gently glides over the canvas, each stroke reflected in their intense, focused gaze.
A front-facing medium shot inside a bright, minimal studio with white floors and walls. A ballet dancer moves in slow motion, each graceful leap and spin captured with crisp, high-key lighting.
Elaborating on how to use Midjourney's "Style Reference" feature
This is how you break free of MJs default training data "aesthetic", and fine tune the way it interprets your prompts
Codes & examples π
When you use the style reference feature, you're essentially sending MJ to a specific location in "style space"
Each location has its own unique style, vibe & aesthetic. Once you're there, any prompt you run will be influenced by the locations unique characteristics
It's a far more visual & interesting way of working in MJ
To navigate style space, you'll need:
> a style "code", or
> an image reference
Whether you use a code or an image doesn't really matter. They are effectively the same thing β coordinates to a particular "style"