Midjourney just released a cool new AI tool called V7 Alpha. It lets you create art faster, learn your style, and even use your voice to make pictures. This update is Midjourney’s way of competing with OpenAI’s viral ChatGPT tools, which recently added anime-style filters. The changes bring important modifications that need examination.
1. Art That Matches Your Style
V7 Alpha is the first Midjourney tool that learns your favorite art styles. Before using it, you need to rate 200 pictures. This teaches the AI what you like—like colorful sunsets or spooky castles. After familiarizing itself with your preferences, V7 Alpha produces artwork that caters only to your unique tastes.
Example
The V7 Alpha will generate more cartoon dragon drawings according to your preferred artistic approach. Everyone needs an AI art acquaintance who understands their preferred art styles.
2. Draft Mode: Sketch Ideas in Seconds
Users can brainstorm effectively using the Draft Mode feature. It makes rough drafts 10 times faster than before and costs half as much. You can type or speak your idea (“a robot cat eating pizza”), and the AI gives you a quick sketch. If you like it, click “Enhance” to turn it into a detailed masterpiece.
Why It’s Cool
Artists can test 10 ideas in the time it used to take to make one. Think of it as doodling in a notebook before painting the final piece.
3. Talk to the AI (Yes, Really!)
You can now speak your ideas instead of typing them. Say, “Draw a jungle with glowing butterflies,” and the AI creates it. This helps kids or anyone who hates typing.
But Be Clear
The AI might mix up words like “bear” and “beard.” Speaking slowly helps it understand.
4. Updates Every Two Weeks
Midjourney promises new features every two weeks. Soon, you will be able to save characters (like a superhero you designed) and reuse them in different scenes. No more redrawing the same dragon 100 times!
Midjourney vs. OpenAI: What’s the Difference?
- Midjourney V7 Alpha: Professional artists benefit from this tool due to its swift operation and complete control functions. The tool functions as an intelligent rapid pen instrument designed specifically for professionals, and it offers monthly pricing of $10.
- OpenAI’s 4o: Regular users with anime-style picture preferences can benefit from its usage. The basic version of the tool is free to use, but the level of detail is limited.
Example
OpenAI’s tool can turn your photo into a Studio Ghibli cartoon. Midjourney lets you tweak every detail, like the shape of a dragon’s wings.
What’s Not Perfect Yet
- Draft Mode Art Is Fuzzy: The quick sketches look blurry. You need to click “Enhance” to make them sharp.
- Voice Mistakes: If you mumble, the AI might draw a “spaceship” instead of a “race ship.”
- Old Tools Still in Use: Upscaling and other features function through the older V6 AI model and do not employ its successor.
Why This Matters for Artists
Upgrading from crayons to a magic marker represents the new tool offered by Midjourney. It saves time, learns your style, and lets you experiment wildly. While OpenAI’s tools are fun for filters, Midjourney is for serious creators who want precision.
These smart tools will become more advanced due to increased AI art development. Creating digital art has become more accessible than ever, and both youngsters and professionals should utilize this opportune moment.