What I Learned About Creating Storybook Illustrations with MidJourney

Hi friend 👋

Long time no talk! Hope you're doing well! 

I've been busy traveling and making my own storybook using Midjourney, and I've learned some cool tricks along the way. I thought you might find them helpful too!

Here are a few things/tips I've discovered about using Midjourney for storybook illustrations:

1. Use Style References for Consistency: Make your illustrations look like they belong together by using the style reference feature (--sref) in Midjourney.  This ensures your illustrations maintain a consistent style throughout your storybook. 

2. Combine Different Styles: Experiment with combining multiple style references to create a unique look for your illustrations. Blending various styles can help you achieve a distinctive aesthetic that sets your storybook apart.

3. Create the Scene First: Start by generating your scenes with the style reference you've chosen. This helps set the mood and ensure that all your illustrations feel like they belong in the same world.

4. Define Clear Character References: Keep your characters looking consistent by using the character reference feature (--cref). This maintains consistency in character design, ensuring they appear in different poses and scenarios while keeping their unique traits.

5. Modify Characters with Vary Region: After creating the scene, refine your characters by applying the character reference with “Vary Region”. This ensures that the characters maintain their specific features and details throughout different scenes.

6. Use Character References for Non-Human Characters: Did you know that you can use character reference for non-human characters as well?  Even characters like personified trees or animals can use this feature to retain their specific traits across different illustrations. 

Watch My New Video for More Tips!

For a more in-depth guide and additional tips on using MidJourney for storybook illustrations, be sure to watch my latest video. You'll learn step-by-step how to use MidJourney to create unique and consistent storybook illustrations.

Watch here:

Let me know if you have any thoughts or questions! I'm always open to feedback, and I'm always looking for ways to make my content better.

Talk soon,

Mia 😊