The Ultimate Guide For Leonardo AI Character Reference

The script introduces the audience to the latest updates in Leonardo AI, emphasizing the new character reference feature that allows for the creation of consistent characters across images. It encourages viewers to check out previous videos for guidance on using image guidance tools and to visit the Leonardo AI prompts database for a wealth of prompts and resources. The video promises to demonstrate how to use character reference to maintain character consistency, and it highlights the importance of the database's organization and the inclusion of prompt generators for daily new prompts.

This paragraph delves into the specifics of using character and style references in image generation. It explains how changes in the user interface might be confusing but assures viewers that the video will serve as a guide. The script discusses the process of generating images with consistent characters and varying styles, using examples such as transforming a prompt from 'jellyfish' to 'airplane' while maintaining style. It also provides a practical example using Scarlett Johansson as a character reference and demonstrates the process of adding style and character references in real time, including tips for adjusting strength and using different models and presets.

The script focuses on the importance of adjusting the strength of references when generating images. It explains how reducing the strength of style references can emphasize the details of the prompt, and how to manage multiple style references by adjusting individual toggle strength sliders. It also discusses the recommended settings for highly stylized images and the need to increase the strength of elements when used alongside style references. The paragraph includes examples of image generation with different strength settings and how they affect the final output, using Scarlett Johansson images as a case study.

This section provides guidance on using character reference with personal photos or non-AI generated images. It shares the presenter's experience with using an old photo and how the AI managed to create images with character consistency. The script suggests that the best fine-tune models for character consistency are Leonardo Kino XL, Diffusion XL, and Albo Base XL. It also highlights the importance of detailed prompts for optimal results, especially when using external source images, and notes that character reference works well with certain lightning models, such as Anime XL.

The script explores the creative possibilities of combining character, style, and content references to generate diverse images. It demonstrates how adjusting the strength of these references can transform the outcome, using examples with different settings to show how they affect the final image. The video also discusses the importance of being descriptive in prompts for better results with character reference and shares examples of successful image generation using Scarlett Johansson and personal photos, highlighting the balance between references and the models used.

In the final paragraph, the script wraps up by showcasing a variety of images generated using different combinations of references and settings. It emphasizes the success of using character consistency in various styles and settings, and encourages viewers to experiment with character reference in their own image generation. The video concludes by inviting viewers to share their experiences and successes in the comments and to subscribe for more updates.