№ 002 — Field Guide
Getting Started with Midjourney
Learn how to create stunning AI-generated images with Midjourney, from joining Discord to mastering prompts.
Midjourney is one of the most popular AI image generators. This guide walks you through everything you need to start creating beautiful AI art.
Step-by-step
- 01
Join the Midjourney Discord
Go to midjourney.com and click "Join the Beta." You'll need a Discord account. Join the Midjourney server to access the AI.
- 02
Subscribe to a Plan
Midjourney requires a subscription. Basic ($10/month) includes ~200 generations. Standard ($30/month) offers unlimited generations.
- 03
Writing Your First Prompt
In any #newbies channel, type /imagine followed by your description. Example: /imagine a serene Japanese garden at sunset, watercolor style
- 04
Understanding Parameters
Add parameters to control output: --ar 16:9 (aspect ratio), --v 6 (version), --style raw (less stylized). Example: /imagine portrait of a wizard --ar 2:3 --v 6
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Upscaling and Variations
After generation, use U1-U4 buttons to upscale images and V1-V4 for variations. The upscaled image is your final, high-resolution output.
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