Image Generation
Create stunning, high-quality images from text descriptions using state-of-the-art AI models. Dream Engine's image generation supports multiple customization options and advanced features.
AI Models
Dream Engine uses cutting-edge AI models to deliver exceptional image quality with fine-grained control over your creations.
The Prompt Bar - Your Control Center
The prompt bar is your main interface for creating images. Here's a detailed look at every element:
Understanding Each Control
How to Generate Images - Step by Step
Step 1: Write Your Prompt
Click in the large text area in the center of the prompt bar. This is where you describe what you want to create. The text area will expand as you type longer prompts.
Example Prompt: "A serene mountain landscape at sunset, with snow-capped peaks reflecting golden light, cinematic composition, 8k quality"
Prompt Writing Tips:
Be specific about what you want to see
Include style keywords (photorealistic, anime, oil painting, etc.)
Describe lighting and mood (golden hour, dramatic lighting, soft light)
Add quality modifiers (8k, highly detailed, sharp focus)
Step 2: Adjust Settings (Optional)
Click the Settings button to open the settings panel below the prompt bar. Here you can adjust aspect ratio, style presets, number of images, and fine-tune generation parameters like Aesthetic and Creativity.
Step 3: Add References (Optional)
Click the Style Reference button or the Character Reference button to add reference images:
Style Reference: Upload an image whose style you want to match (art style, color palette, aesthetic)
Character Reference: Upload an image of a character to maintain consistency across generations
Pro Tip: Style references are powerful! Upload a painting, photo, or artwork and the AI will match its visual style while following your text prompt.
Step 4: Generate
When you're ready, click the glowing purple Generate button on the right side of the prompt bar.
Generation typically takes 30-90 seconds
A progress indicator will appear while the AI works
The AI creates 4 variations of your prompt
Understanding Your Results
Each generation produces 4 image variations displayed in a grid below the prompt bar. Each image has action buttons that appear when you hover:
Available Actions:
Edit: Open the image in the Image Editor for refinement
Download: Save the image to your device
Delete: Remove unwanted results
Use as Reference: Use this image for future generations
Prompt Engineering Tips
Structure Your Prompts
Use this formula for better results:
[Subject] + [Style] + [Mood/Lighting] + [Quality]
Good Prompt: "Portrait of a wise old wizard, fantasy art style, warm candlelight, intricate details, trending on artstation"
Use Descriptive Keywords
Style: photorealistic, anime, oil painting, watercolor, 3D render, digital art
Lighting: golden hour, dramatic lighting, soft diffused light, neon, studio lighting
Quality: 8k, highly detailed, sharp focus, professional photography, masterpiece
Mood: ethereal, dark and moody, vibrant, peaceful, energetic, mysterious
Composition: close-up, wide angle, centered, rule of thirds, symmetrical
What to Avoid
Vague descriptions without specifics ("make it cool")
Conflicting instructions (e.g., "realistic anime")
Too many subjects in one image (stick to 1-3 main subjects)
Extremely long prompts (keep under 200 words)
Requesting copyrighted characters or brands
Aspect Ratios Explained
Choosing the right aspect ratio is crucial for your use case:
Square (1:1) - Perfect for social media posts, profile pictures, Instagram
Portrait (3:4) - Mobile screens, stories, vertical prints
Portrait (9:16) - TikTok, Instagram Reels, mobile-first content
Landscape (4:3) - Classic photography ratio, presentations
Landscape (16:9) - Desktop backgrounds, YouTube thumbnails, widescreen
Cinematic (21:9) - Ultra-widescreen, dramatic compositions, film-style
💡 Pro Tip: Choose your aspect ratio BEFORE generating. It's much better than cropping later, as the AI composes specifically for that ratio.
Advanced Features
Style References
Upload an image to use as a style guide. The AI will match the artistic style, color palette, and aesthetic of your reference while following your text prompt.
Best for: Maintaining consistent art style across multiple generations, matching brand aesthetics, recreating specific visual styles.
Character References
Maintain character consistency across generations by uploading a character reference image. Useful for creating character sheets or multiple scenes with the same character.
Best for: Comic books, character design, storytelling, brand mascots.
Common Issues & Solutions
Images Don't Match Prompt
Solution: Make your prompt more specific. Add style keywords and quality descriptors. Try different phrasings.
Results are Inconsistent
Solution: Use style/character references to guide consistency. Save successful prompts for future use.
Generation Failed
Solution: Check your token balance. Ensure prompts don't violate content policies. Try simplifying complex prompts.
Images Look Low Quality
Solution: Add quality keywords like "8k, highly detailed, sharp focus" to your prompt. Use high-quality reference images.
Best Practices
Start with simple prompts and add detail gradually
Save successful prompts for future reference
Generate multiple variations to explore different interpretations
Use the "Use Prompt" button on successful generations to iterate
Organize your best results in your Media Library
Experiment with different aspect ratios for different use cases
Learn from the Community Gallery - see what prompts others use
Quick Reference: Common Use Cases
Product Photography
Prompt Example: "Professional product photo of a sleek smartphone, white background, studio lighting, high resolution, commercial photography"
Character Design
Prompt Example: "Full body character design of a cyberpunk warrior, detailed armor, neon accents, character sheet, multiple angles, concept art style"
Landscape Art
Prompt Example: "Epic fantasy landscape, floating islands, waterfalls, magical atmosphere, volumetric lighting, digital painting, trending on artstation"
Social Media Content
Prompt Example: "Minimalist Instagram post design, pastel colors, modern aesthetic, clean composition, social media template, 1:1 aspect ratio"
🎨 Ready to create? Head to the Image Generator and start experimenting! Remember, the best way to learn is by trying different prompts and seeing what works.