AI is an amazing tool, but it is not perfect. It has the ability to generate impressive and original image prompts, but there are still limitations to be aware of. One limitation is that AI may struggle to recognize more abstract or complex concepts, leading to less accurate image prompts. Additionally, AI-generated image prompts may lack the emotional depth and nuanced interpretation that a human artist could provide.
AI also reflects the biases that are found in our society. This means that the image prompts generated by AI may not always be culturally appropriate or inclusive. However, as AI technology continues to develop, it is important to keep these limitations and biases in mind and strive for more ethical and inclusive use of AI-generated content.
That being said, here are some tips and tricks for generating optimal AI images:
Be Descriptive and Specific
Provide as much detail as possible about the image you want. Think about:
Subject: Who or what should be in the image?
(e.g., “a golden retriever playing on a beach at sunset”)Style: What kind of look do you want?
(e.g., “in a realistic style,” “like a watercolor painting,” or “cyberpunk aesthetic”)Setting: Where is the image taking place?
(e.g., “a bustling city,” “a serene forest,” or “inside a spaceship”)
"Pretend that you're writing a caption of the photo for someone who is blind. The more detailed you are about exactly what goes where, the better."
~ Jon, co-founder at Gamma
Use Adjectives to Set the Mood
Adjectives help shape the tone, color, and atmosphere of the image.
Vivid: “vibrant,” “colorful,” “bright”
Dark: “moody,” “gloomy,” “ominous”
Soft: “ethereal,” “dreamy,” “minimalist”
Pro tip: use our enhance prompt feature to add additional details and specificity to your prompt.
Mention Composition and Details
If the image should focus on something specific or follow a particular layout, mention it!
Focus: “a close-up of a flower with water droplets”
Perspective: “a bird’s-eye view of a mountain village”
Extras: “with sparkles in the air and a rainbow in the background”
Choose a Medium or Style
Specify the medium (like photography, painting, or digital art) and/or the style (like abstract, surrealism, or retro). Be as specific as you can.
(e.g., “a hand-drawn sketch of a futuristic city” or “a 1980s sci-fi poster”)
Gamma offers the ability to customize both the image prompt as well as the stylistic prompt. Check out About AI image style prompts to learn more!
Keep it Concise but Clear
Avoid overloading the prompt with conflicting ideas. Focus on the most important aspects to avoid confusing results.
Experiment and Refine
If the first result isn’t quite right:
Add more details to clarify.
Remove unnecessary words to simplify.
Try different synonyms or phrasings.