If you’re diving into production, you know how crucial moodboarding is, especially when you're trying to sell a concept to a client. AI tools are now the go-to for whipping up quick visuals, and I will show you how to use them to create a stellar moodboard. Let’s jump in!
Step 1: Starting with ChatGPT
First things first, I start with ChatGPT to help me come up with some great prompts for MidJourney. For example, you could ask it something like: “Give me MidJourney prompts for fresh, healthy food photos.” Adding details like, “Include the camera used,” can help refine the results by giving the images a more specific and realistic look.
Example of a prompt that includes camera details: A dynamic scene of a king lifting a golden fork towards a delicious waffle topped with blueberries, whipped cream, and a sprig of mint. The beautifully arranged waffles on a silver platter are the focal point, surrounded by cheering courtiers and jesters juggling fruit. The lively scene is set in a grand hall with elaborate decorations, captured with a Canon EOS R5 using a 24-70mm lens. --sref https://s.mj.run/fmRYMF6T4c8 --sw 150 --ar 16:9
Step 2: Generating Images in MidJourney
With the prompts ready, I plug them into MidJourney. If the images come out in a format you don't prefer, like a square instead of widescreen, you can adjust the aspect ratio by adding --ar 16:9 to your prompt. This helps tailor the visuals to your specific needs.
Step 3: Adding Some Style
To make the images more interesting and stylized, you can ask ChatGPT for names of top photographers whose style you admire. For instance, you might discover a photographer whose work you love and decide to include their name in your prompts. This can help guide MidJourney to produce images that match a specific aesthetic.
A grand bowl of pasta portrayed as a monarch, with Parmesan cheese forming the crown, a robe of marinara sauce, and a fork scepter, arranged on an ornate dish, captured with a Sony A7 III using a 35mm lens, styled in the quirky and vibrant fashion of Skyler Burt. --sref https://s.mj.run/fmRYMF6T4c8 --sw 150 --ar 16:9
Step 4: Character Consistency
If you want to keep a consistent character or theme throughout your moodboard, you can use a character reference. Upload an image to a platform like Discord to get a link, and then add --cref [link] to your prompt in MidJourney. Adjusting the character weight with --cw [value] lets you control how closely the generated images stick to your reference, whether it's just facial features or the entire look.
A majestic burger depicted as a king, with a golden brioche bun crown and layers of richly dressed patty, cheese, and fresh veggies as royal attire, being presented by an elegantly dressed butler. In the background, a court jester juggles tomatoes while a chef flambés a dish, adding dramatic flames to the scene. Capture this with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV using a 50mm lens, inspired by Skyler Burt’s vibrant and detailed style. --cref https://s.mj.run/U_lZpU8cLck —cw 100
Step 5: Style References
For consistency in style, use a style reference by adding --sref [link] to your prompts. You can set the style weight with --sw [value] or even generate a random style to spark new ideas. This is particularly useful for maintaining a cohesive look across all the images in your moodboard.
a slice of cheesecake --sref https://s.mj.run/uYnODqyQTRc --sw 100 --ar 9:16
Final Step: Building the Moodboard
Once you have a good collection of images, use a tool like Google Slides or any other presentation software to assemble your moodboard. Choose a template that fits your theme, drop in the photos, and make any necessary adjustments to fonts or colors to match your concept.
And there you have it! A quick and efficient way to create moodboards using AI tools.
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