Think of your prompt like an order at a busy coffee shop. If you ask for "coffee," you get whatever is in the pot. If you want a "large oat milk latte with extra foam," you have to say that. AI works exactly the same way.
1. Be Specific
Vague requests get you vague results. You need to tell the model exactly what to draw.
- Bad: "A dog."
- Good: "A Golden Retriever puppy sitting in a lavender field during sunset, 8k resolution."
2. Pick a Style
AI knows almost every art style in history. If you don't pick one, it guesses "digital art," which often looks a bit generic. Tell it what medium you want.
Try adding these to your prompt:
- Styles: "Cyberpunk," "Minimalist," "Surrealism."
- Mediums: "Oil painting," "pencil sketch," "Polaroid photo," "3D render."
3. Talk Like a Photographer
If you want a realistic photo, use camera words. It helps the AI understand the depth and look of the image.
"Words like 'macro lens,' 'drone view,' or 'bokeh' (that blurry background effect) tell the AI where to focus."
4. Set the Mood
Lighting changes everything. A "foggy morning" creates a totally different feeling than "neon lights." Don't leave the lighting to chance.
It takes a bit of practice, but once you start being specific, you'll see a massive difference. Give it a try for free.
