Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Step 1: Choose Your Creation Mode
- Step 2: Describe Your Image
- Image Category and Subcategory
- Art Style
- Mood (Advanced Mode)
- Color Palette (Advanced Mode)
- Composition (Advanced Mode)
- Lighting (Advanced Mode)
- Camera Angle (Advanced Mode)
- Time Period (Advanced Mode)
- Image Quality (Advanced Mode)
- Step 3: Choose Your Image Settings
- Step 4: Generate Your Image
- What Happens Next
- Tips for Great Results
- Important Notes
AI Image Creator: Your Complete Guide
Learn how to use CreativePixel to create custom images. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of the AI image creation process.
Introduction
This guide will walk you through the process of creating custom images using CreativePixel. You describe what you want, and the AI generates images based on the details you provide.
Step 1: Choose Your Creation Mode
Basic Mode
Quick and easy image creation with basic options.
Advanced Mode
Fine-tuned control over every aspect of your image.
Freeform Mode
Describe your image idea in your own words.
Step 2: Describe Your Image
Image Category and Subcategory
Your first choice sets the overall theme of your image. Here are all the categories and their subcategories:
1. Portrait
- Headshot: Close-up of face and shoulders
- Full Body: Shows the entire person
- Group: Multiple people in one image
- Pet: For animal portraits
- Character Design: For fictional or stylized character portraits
2. Landscape
- Nature: Forests, mountains, lakes, etc.
- Urban: City scenes and skylines
- Seascape: Oceans, beaches, and coastal scenes
- Fantasy: Imaginary or surreal landscapes
- Aerial: Bird's-eye view of landscapes
3. Still Life
- Food: Culinary and dining scenes
- Objects: Arrangements of items
- Flowers: Floral compositions
- Product: For showcasing specific items
4. Architecture
- Exterior: Outside views of buildings
- Interior: Indoor spaces and rooms
- Futuristic: Imaginary or advanced architectural designs
- Historical: Ancient or classic architectural styles
5. Abstract
- Geometric: Using shapes and patterns
- Fluid: Flowing, organic forms
- Minimalist: Simple, stripped-down designs
- Expressionist: Emotional, non-representational art
6. Conceptual
- Surreal: Dreamlike, impossible scenarios
- Metaphorical: Images representing ideas or concepts
- Symbolic: Using recognizable symbols to convey meaning
- Futuristic: Forward-looking concepts and ideas
7. Illustration
- Book Cover: Designs for book jackets
- Editorial: Images for magazines or articles
- Children's Book: Whimsical, story-based illustrations
- Digital Illustration: Computer-generated artistic images
- Scientific: Explanatory images for academic or scientific purposes
- Fashion: Clothing and style illustrations
8. Photography
- Street: Candid urban scenes
- Documentary: Realistic depictions of events or places
- Fashion: Style and clothing focused
- Wildlife: Animals in their natural habitats
- Macro: Extreme close-up photography
9. Digital Art
- Concept Art: Illustrative design for films, games, etc.
- Matte Painting: Realistic scene creation for backgrounds
- Fantasy: Imaginative, otherworldly digital creations
- Sci-Fi: Futuristic, technology-focused art
- Cyberpunk: High-tech, low-life aesthetic
10. Graphic Design
- Logo: Brand symbols and identities
- Poster: Large-format designs for walls
- Branding: Cohesive visual identity elements
- Social Media: Images optimized for online platforms
- UI/UX: User interface and experience design
11. Fine Art
- Painting: Traditional art styles
- Line Art: Emphasis on outlines and contours
- Sculpture: 3D art forms
- Mixed Media: Combining multiple art materials or styles
- Installation: Large-scale, often interactive artworks
Art Style
This option dramatically changes the visual aesthetic of your image. Here are the main styles available (note that options may vary based on your chosen category):
Looks like a high-quality photograph
Extremely detailed, beyond normal photography
Mimics traditional oil paint texture and style
Soft, transparent color washes
Black and white or colored pencil drawing look
Smooth, computer-generated painting style
Bold colors and popular culture imagery
Emphasis on light and small, visible brushstrokes
Distorted forms to evoke emotions
Japanese animation and comic book style
Bold lines and vibrant colors like traditional comics
Computer-generated three-dimensional image
Retro-style graphics made of visible pixels
Clean, scalable graphics with solid colors
3D graphics with a faceted, angular look
3D objects presented in a flattened perspective
Simple designs with limited elements
Styles reminiscent of past decades
Combining arts and crafts with clean lines and geometry
Ornate style with flowing lines and natural forms
Glamorous, elegant style with geometrical elements
Mood (Advanced Mode)
Sets the emotional tone of the image:
Bright, happy, and uplifting
Dark, enigmatic, and intriguing
Calm, peaceful, and tranquil
Lively, dynamic, and full of movement
Intense, emotional, and powerful
Playful, fanciful, and quirky
Sad, thoughtful, and introspective
Loving, passionate, and dreamy
Anxious, suspenseful, and uneasy
Harmonious, restful, and soothing
Disorderly, confusing, and wild
Sentimental, reminiscent of the past
Delicate, light, and otherworldly
Threatening, foreboding, and sinister
Fun, lighthearted, and carefree
Serious, grave, and solemn
Quiet, undisturbed, and relaxed
Bright, lively, and full of energy
Strange, unsettling, and supernatural
Surreal, hazy, and unreal
Strong, impactful, and commanding
Exposed, delicate, and sensitive
Close, personal, and private
Grand, heroic, and awe-inspiring
Color Palette (Advanced Mode)
Determines the overall color scheme:
Bold, bright, saturated colors
Soft, light, and subtle hues
Various shades of a single color
Browns, greens, and warm neutrals
Bright, glowing, electric colors
No color, only grayscale
Reddish-brown monochrome, like old photographs
Blues, greens, and purples
Reds, oranges, and yellows
Colors opposite each other on the color wheel
Colors next to each other on the color wheel
Three colors equally spaced on the color wheel
Rich, deep colors like emerald, sapphire, ruby
Subdued, toned-down versions of colors
Faded, aged-looking colors
Intense, clashing, hallucinatory colors
Composition (Advanced Mode)
How elements are arranged in the image:
Main elements placed along imaginary 3x3 grid lines
Main subject in the middle of the frame
Uneven, but balanced arrangement
Main elements follow diagonal lines
Elements arranged according to the 1.618:1 ratio
Mirror-like balance on either side
Lines that guide the viewer's eye through the image
Using elements to create a frame in the image
Main elements form a triangle shape
Elements arranged in a circular pattern from the center
Main elements follow an S-shaped curve
Very few elements, lots of empty space
Busy, complex arrangement
Multiple overlapping elements or planes
Very wide horizontal composition
Extremely wide-angle, distorted view
Lighting (Advanced Mode)
Affects the mood and focus of the image:
Bright, even illumination
Warm, soft light just after sunrise or before sunset
Cool, soft light just before sunrise or after sunset
Dramatic, colorful sky lighting
Soft, silvery nighttime illumination
Controlled, artificial lighting
High contrast between light and dark areas
Gentle, spread-out lighting with minimal shadows
Strong differences between light and dark areas
Light coming from behind the subject
Light coming from the side of the subject
Dramatic lighting with a triangle of light on one cheek
Bright, minimal shadows, often used for upbeat images
Mostly dark tones with some highlight areas
Focused beam of light on specific areas
Soft, overall lighting with minimal shadows
Colorful, artificial light from neon signs
Warm, flickering, intimate lighting
Warm, dynamic lighting as from a fire
Distorted, bluish lighting as if submerged
Camera Angle (Advanced Mode)
Changes the viewer's perspective:
Standard view, as if looking straight at the subject
Looking down from high above
Looking up from ground level
Camera tilted for a disorienting effect
As if looking from behind a person
Tightly framed view of a subject
Very detailed view of a small area
Expansive view of a large area
Shows the full context of a scene
Extreme close-up of very small subjects
Selective focus to make scenes look miniature
View from high above, but angled (not straight down)
Looking up at the subject from below
Looking down at the subject from above
As if seeing through someone's eyes
Side view of a subject
Angled between front and side view
Time Period (Advanced Mode)
Sets the historical or futuristic context:
Before written history
Early complex societies (e.g., Egypt, Greece, Rome)
Greco-Roman period
European Middle Ages
14th-17th century revival of classical learning
17th-18th century ornate and dramatic style
Late 18th to 19th century
Mid to late 19th century
Late 19th to early 20th century decorative style
1920s
1940s-1960s
Current era
Past visions of the future
Slightly advanced from present day
Far advanced technology and society
After a global catastrophe
Image Quality (Advanced Mode)
Affects the level of detail and overall look:
Very clear and sharp image
Extremely high resolution
Indistinguishable from a photograph
Movie-like quality and framing
Professional, polished look
Exceptional, standout quality
Stylized for publication
Very high definition
Extremely detailed, beyond normal photography
High-quality, refined look
Emphasis on surface details
Clean, without visible texture
Everything clearly defined
Slightly blurred for a dreamy effect
Wide range of tones from dark to light
Unprocessed, true-to-life look
Slight graininess like traditional film
Slight graininess in digital images
Step 3: Choose Your Image Settings
Aspect Ratio (Image Shape):
Perfect for Instagram posts
Ideal for desktop wallpapers or YouTube thumbnails
Extra wide for landscape photography
Good for book covers or phone wallpapers
Common for professional photography
Fits Instagram perfectly when cropped
Traditional photo print ratio
Perfect for Instagram Stories or TikTok
Extreme vertical for unique compositions
Number of Images:
Step 4: Generate Your Image
Generate Image:
What Happens Next
- Waiting Time: The AI will work for a short while. A loading symbol will appear.
- View Your Creation: Your image(s) will appear on screen once ready.
- Image Options:
- Download: Save the image to your device
- Visual Muse: Use this image to inspire new creations
- Reimagine: Create a similar but different version
- Shuffle: Generate new images with the same description
- Upscale: Increase the resolution and clarity
Tips for Great Results
Pro Tips
- Be specific in your descriptions
- Experiment with different combinations
- Use references for style inspiration
- Combine contrasts for unique images
- Iterate using reimagine and shuffle options
Important Notes
Remember
- Each image costs 1 credit
- AI results may sometimes be unexpected
- Practice improves your prompt crafting skills
Remember, every option you choose influences the final image. Don't be afraid to experiment and have fun creating!
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