1. Accessing MidJourney’s Edit Feature
- Navigate to the Edit Tab: On the main MidJourney website, find the “Edit” tab and select “Edit New Image.”
- Upload Your Image: Choose to upload either from a URL or directly from your computer.
2. Retexture a Sketch for Enhanced Realism
- Prepare Your Image: Upload a sketch or initial render, like a 3D screenshot from software such as Chief Architect.
- Create Your Prompt: Describe the intended result with specific details. For example, “a photo of a French country cottage surrounded by trees with a lush flower garden; stone cottage with slate tile roof.”
- Submit for Retexture: Switch to the “Retexture” window, and click “Submit Retexture.” MidJourney will provide four retextured options for you to review.
3. Saving and Upscaling Your Selected Image
- Pick Your Favorite: Select the versions you prefer and send it to “Upscale” for higher resolution.
- Save to Gallery: Be sure to save your selections to your gallery; otherwise, they may disappear over time.
4. Retexture a Photo for Color Adjustments
- Upload a Real Estate Photo: For example, a client’s bathroom photo.
- Modify Details with a Prompt: For instance, “a photo of a vintage bathroom with Sherwin Williams aristocratic peach walls, white ceiling, tile, cabinets, and marble countertop.”
- Apply and Choose Your Result: MidJourney will generate color options while preserving the overall room layout. Select and upscale the desired outcome.
5. Testing Different Colors for Comparison
- Re-enter the Edit Panel: Return to the same image, change the paint color in your prompt (e.g., “light lavender”), and submit again.
- Review Options and Save: Explore various color outcomes, save the preferred versions, and upscale as needed.
6. Using the Edit Tool to Modify Specific Elements
- Select the Image and Open in Edit Mode: For example, a kitchen rendering.
- Mask the Area You Want to Change: Use the brush tool to erase specific parts, like light fixtures, adjusting brush size for precision.
- Enter Your New Prompt: Describe the desired change, such as “kitchen with glass pendant lights,” and click “Submit Edit.”
- Examine the Options: Review four edited versions with variations in the specified element. Save and upscale the preferred option to your gallery.
Annilee B. Waterman is a nationally Certified Professional Building Designer and Registered Interior Designer with over 25 years of experience in the design industry. Specializing in architectural visualizations and cutting-edge technologies, Annilee seamlessly integrates AI and Virtual Reality into her design process and workflow. She sets herself apart by leveraging the latest technology to deliver engaging visualizations, consistently raising the bar for industry standards. Known for her collaborative approach, Annilee works closely with clients and colleagues to ensure every project reaches its full potential. As a seasoned educator and consultant, she empowers design professionals to harness AI tools for innovation in their design processes and business.
