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How to generate great images for a theme using ChatGPT, Leonardo, and optionally Notion to track your prompts.
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Don’t spend more than 20 minutes on this whole process. AI is for expediting and the fun part starts in Leonardo! That is when we get to play with images.
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create 5 image prompts for the article:
Here are **5 distinct image prompts** designed to illustrate the key themes and sections in your article. Feel free to adapt them for any AI image generator (Midjourney, DALL·E, etc.) or creative platform:
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### 1. Introduction Prompt
**Prompt:**
*A futuristic collage depicting a creative professional, a researcher, and a software engineer standing before a cascade of vibrant data streams and digital icons. They show both excitement and uncertainty, symbolizing the flood of AI tools. The overall mood is dynamic yet reflective, with cool neon lighting and a slight cinematic glow.*
**Purpose/Section:**
- Conveys how creators, academics, and technologists are navigating the influx of AI models.
- Highlights excitement and cautious curiosity.
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### 2. AI Mindset Prompt
**Prompt:**
*A curious adventurer (inspired by Alice in Wonderland) stepping through a doorway into a glowing, abstract realm of circuits and swirling paint. Above the threshold, the words “AI MINDSET” appear in faint luminescent letters. The style should blend whimsical fantasy and modern tech vibes.*
**Purpose/Section:**
- Visualizes the leap into an AI-assisted creative or academic process.
- Symbolizes the notion of AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement.
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### 3. Embracing Discomfort Prompt
**Prompt:**
*A split-screen composition: on one side, a person hunched with mild anxiety at a futuristic device displaying complex AI outputs. On the other side, that same person stands confidently with a journal and pen, actively experimenting and taking notes. The background transitions from dark tension to vibrant possibility.*
**Purpose/Section:**
- Depicts the initial apprehension about AI tools and the transformative power of learning-by-doing.
- Reinforces the idea of journaling experiments and iterating consciously.
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### 4. Choosing the Right AI Prompt
**Prompt:**
*A metaphorical “AI marketplace” scene with different booths labeled “Generative AI,” “Analytical AI,” and “Reasoning AI.” Each booth glows in its own color scheme. A figure in the foreground looks thoughtfully at the options, pointing to a sign that says “Know Your Intention.” The overall style is semi-realistic with a dash of whimsical design elements.*
**Purpose/Section:**
- Illustrates the variety of AI solutions and the importance of matching the right tool to the right need.
- Emphasizes that humans remain the ethical and creative gatekeepers.
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### 5. Creativity and Ethics Prompt
**Prompt:**
*An artist’s studio merged with a research lab: one half showcases paintbrushes, sculptures, and vibrant canvases, while the other features data screens, lab equipment, and AI-driven monitors. In the center, a figure stands with a thoughtful expression, bridging both sides. A small sign reads, “Ethics and Originality,” gently illuminated to symbolize mindful AI usage.*
**Purpose/Section:**
- Depicts the balance between creative identity, academic rigor, and ethical considerations.
- Visually ties together the article’s theme of using AI thoughtfully without losing authenticity.
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**Tips for Use**
- Feel free to add style preferences (e.g., *3D render*, *surreal pastel*, *watercolor*, *photorealistic*) to suit your publication’s aesthetic.
- Combine these prompts with **keywords** like *“cinematic lighting,” “hyperreal,” “soft brushstrokes,” “vibrant color palette,”* etc., depending on the tone you desire.
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Try another AI such as Notion AI, Mistral, or Claude for fun or continue in ChatGPT, either way, this is the polishing touch.
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a. Continuing in ChatGPT, I used the prompt without the previous output.
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Now add themes from Alice, space, retro vintage film posters, symbols from the tarot and mystical texts to the set of image prompts
b. When testing Claude, I altered the prompt slightly and added the output so the new AI has the necessary context. See the altered prompt I used below.
Add themes from Alice, space, retro vintage film posters, symbols from the tarot and mystical texts to the set of image prompts:
1. Introduction Prompt
Prompt:
A futuristic collage depicting a creative professional, a researcher, and a software engineer standing before a cascade of vibrant data streams and digital icons. They show both excitement and uncertainty, symbolizing the flood of AI tools. The overall mood is dynamic yet reflective, with cool neon lighting and a slight cinematic glow.
Purpose/Section:
Conveys how creators, academics, and technologists are navigating the influx of AI models.
Highlights excitement and cautious curiosity.
2. AI Mindset Prompt
Prompt:
A curious adventurer (inspired by Alice in Wonderland) stepping through a doorway into a glowing, abstract realm of circuits and swirling paint. Above the threshold, the words “AI MINDSET” appear in faint luminescent letters. The style should blend whimsical fantasy and modern tech vibes.
Purpose/Section:
Visualizes the leap into an AI-assisted creative or academic process.
Symbolizes the notion of AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement.
3. Embracing Discomfort Prompt
Prompt:
A split-screen composition: on one side, a person hunched with mild anxiety at a futuristic device displaying complex AI outputs. On the other side, that same person stands confidently with a journal and pen, actively experimenting and taking notes. The background transitions from dark tension to vibrant possibility.
Purpose/Section:
Depicts the initial apprehension about AI tools and the transformative power of learning-by-doing.
Reinforces the idea of journaling experiments and iterating consciously.
4. Choosing the Right AI Prompt
Prompt:
A metaphorical “AI marketplace” scene with different booths labeled “Generative AI,” “Analytical AI,” and “Reasoning AI.” Each booth glows in its own color scheme. A figure in the foreground looks thoughtfully at the options, pointing to a sign that says “Know Your Intention.” The overall style is semi-realistic with a dash of whimsical design elements.
Purpose/Section:
Illustrates the variety of AI solutions and the importance of matching the right tool to the right need.
Emphasizes that humans remain the ethical and creative gatekeepers.
5. Creativity and Ethics Prompt
Prompt:
An artist’s studio merged with a research lab: one half showcases paintbrushes, sculptures, and vibrant canvases, while the other features data screens, lab equipment, and AI-driven monitors. In the center, a figure stands with a thoughtful expression, bridging both sides. A small sign reads, “Ethics and Originality,” gently illuminated to symbolize mindful AI usage.
Purpose/Section:
Depicts the balance between creative identity, academic rigor, and ethical considerations.
Visually ties together the article’s theme of using AI thoughtfully without losing authenticity.
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Image time!
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This is the fun part. Remember to approach this process as a scientist. Use hypothesis (ideas leading around a theme), you have already done this with steps one and two.
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As you refine your images, log in a text file what you like, for example, in Notion I keep a data-table with prompts and the work I use them in along with the models and and LORA or refinement steps.
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Don’t worry so much about the organization at first, explore with guardrails so you don’t waste time and tokens. AI is not efficient and all tools have a limit on generations. Setting these constraints will keep you on task and prevent overwhelm.
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Working in projects, you can gather results and iterate upon what works. This is probably about the time you will find it useful to begin documenting your process.
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Use the link above to access Artist Ally template in Notion for free.
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The prompt continuation from ChatGPT was much better than the one generated by switching AI tools. This is my experience and experiment. You will create your own hypothesis and conclusions as to what works for you when integrating AI into your process.
Below are **5 updated image prompts** blending references to Alice in Wonderland, space imagery, retro vintage film posters, and mystical elements such as tarot symbols. Each prompt connects with the corresponding themes or sections of your article. You can adapt them for Midjourney, DALL·E, or any other AI art generator.
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## 1. “Welcome to the AI Wonderland”
**Section/Theme:** Introduction (flood of AI tools, excitement + uncertainty)
**Prompt:**
*In the style of a retro 1950s sci-fi film poster, Alice (from Wonderland) stands at the edge of a swirling cosmic vortex. Vintage typography reads: “AI WONDERLAND!” Celestial tarot symbols (like The Fool and The Magician) glow faintly in the starry background. Alice clutches a futuristic key labeled “AI,” gazing toward the viewer with curiosity and a hint of uncertainty.*
**Why It Fits:**
- Retro poster aesthetic captures excitement and drama.
- Alice motif ties in the feeling of stepping into an unknown AI realm.
- Tarot and cosmic elements add a mystical vibe to reflect the transformative power of AI.
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## 2. “Charting the AI Mindset”
**Section/Theme:** AI Mindset (seeing AI as a supporter, open curiosity)
**Prompt:**
*A surreal collage blending Alice’s silhouette with a star-speckled cosmos. She’s depicted as if gazing at an interstellar “mind map” on a large tarot-style card labeled “Mindset.” Retro vector illustrations of gears, data streams, and swirling galaxies fill the background. The style nods to old pulp adventure covers, with warm, slightly faded tones.*
**Why It Fits:**
- Captures the introspective quality of developing an AI mindset.
- Combines space exploration (cosmic curiosity) with tarot symbolism to represent inner growth.
- Retro design with warm, print-like textures underscores the timeless quest for knowledge.
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## 3. “Embracing Discomfort: The Alchemist’s Lab”
**Section/Theme:** Embracing the Discomfort (anxiety to experimentation)
**Prompt:**
*In a scene reminiscent of a vintage tarot card, an art-deco style Alice figure stands in a cosmic alchemist’s laboratory. Strange mechanical contraptions and rotating star-maps fill the shelves. She carefully pours “AI essence” from a flask into a journal labeled “Experiments.” A starry sky glows beyond the lab’s arched window, dotted with zodiac signs and planetary symbols.*
**Why It Fits:**
- Alchemical imagery reflects the transformative act of experimenting with AI.
- Tarot and astrological motifs reinforce the mystical sense of curiosity.
- Retro/vintage style merges with the futuristic idea of harnessing “AI essence.”
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## 4. “Choose Your AI: A Retro Space Bazaar”
**Section/Theme:** Choosing the Right AI (Generative, Analytical, Reasoning)
**Prompt:**
*A bustling, neon-lit space bazaar poster in a 1960s sci-fi style. Stalls are labeled “Generative AI,” “Analytical AI,” and “Reasoning AI,” each booth’s sign bearing subtle tarot symbols (e.g., The Empress, The Hermit, The High Priestess). A stylized Alice figure walks through the bazaar, gazing at a swirling cosmic background of galaxies and stardust. Tagline in vintage block lettering: “Pick the Right Tool—Chart Your Future!”*
**Why It Fits:**
- Retro-futuristic film poster aesthetic with bright, vintage signage.
- Symbolic booths echo the different AI categories in your article.
- Alice navigating the cosmic bazaar parallels the reader’s journey in selecting the right AI.
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## 5. “The Future of AI Integration: Cosmic Horizon”
**Section/Theme:** Looking Ahead (future AI, ethical considerations)
**Prompt:**
*An epic, wide-format scene reminiscent of a classic pulp sci-fi cover: Alice stands at the bow of a sleek spaceship, pointed toward a nebula swirling with tarot-inspired constellations (like The Tower, The Star, The Sun). A retro film poster title at the top reads: “The Great AI Odyssey—2025!” Below, subtle references to scales of justice and ethical icons (a stylized eye, a balanced scale) glow among the stars. The color palette is a blend of deep purples, electric blues, and starburst pinks.*
**Why It Fits:**
- Conveys the forward-looking scope of AI’s evolution.
- Retro film poster energy emphasizes the grand adventure ahead.
- Tarot constellations and justice scales highlight the ethical dimension and cosmic possibilities.
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### Tips for Use and Variation
- Tailor each prompt’s level of detail to your desired complexity (e.g., “in a painterly style,” “in bold neon colors,” or “photorealistic”).
- Adjust the **tarot/mystical references** and the intensity of **retro-futuristic vibes** as suits your brand aesthetic.
- For more “space” or “mystical” emphasis, add terms like *“galactic swirl,” “glowing arcane runes,” “star-laden night sky,”* etc.
- Consider adding **“70mm film grain,” “vignette edges,”** or *“grainy halftone”* for extra vintage flair.
Use these prompts to visually reinforce the wonder, curiosity, and transformative nature of the AI journey, all while blending Alice-inspired whimsy, cosmic exploration, and tarot mysticism into your article’s aesthetic.