Creating breathtaking AI art might seem like magic, but anyone can learn to do it with Midjourney. This step-by-step guide will take you from complete beginner to creating gallery-worthy images in under 30 minutes – plus, we’ll show you how to save on your subscription.

Step 1: Getting Started with Midjourney

Midjourney operates through Discord, which might seem strange at first, but you’ll get used to it quickly.

1. Create a Discord account (if you don’t have one)
2. Go to Midjourney.com and click “Join the Beta”
3. Choose a subscription plan – start with the Basic Plan ($10/month)

💡 Money-Saving Tip: Midjourney occasionally offers promotional pricing. Check our AI Tools page for any active Midjourney discount codes before subscribing.

Step 2: Your First AI Artwork (The Basics)

Navigate to any #newbies channel on the Midjourney Discord and type:

/imagine prompt: a beautiful sunset over mountains

Press Enter and wait about 60 seconds. Midjourney will generate four variations!

Step 3: Crafting Better Prompts – Go Beyond Basic

The secret to amazing AI art is in the prompts. Here’s how to level up:

Basic Prompt: a cat
Advanced Prompt: a majestic maine coon cat sitting by a window, cinematic lighting, detailed fur, photorealistic, 8k --ar 16:9

Key Elements to Include:

• Subject (what you want to see)
• Style (photorealistic, oil painting, anime)
• Lighting (cinematic, soft, dramatic)
• Details (highly detailed, intricate, 8k)
• Aspect ratio (–ar 16:9 for widescreen)

Step 4: Understanding Midjourney’s Interface

After you get your 4 images:

• U1-U4: Upscale an image to higher resolution
• V1-V4: Create variations based on that image
• 🔄: Rerun the job for new variations

Step 5: Advanced Tips for Professional Results

1. Use Style References: Add --sref [image URL] to match another image’s style
2. Control Colors: Specify color palettes in your prompt
3. Experiment with Parameters: Try --chaos 100 for more creative results
4. Negative Prompts: Use --no blurry, distorted, ugly to avoid unwanted elements

Step 6: Saving and Using Your Art

Once upscaled, click on your image to open it in browser, then right-click to save. All your creations belong to you!

Ready to Create Masterpieces?

Midjourney has a small learning curve but offers incredible creative freedom. Start with the Basic plan to learn the ropes, and upgrade as you get more serious.

Don’t forget: Always check for discounts before subscribing! We verify all active promo codes so you can focus on creating.

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Happy creating! 🎨