Strengths:

• Creating detailed, artistic designs from descriptions
• Editing existing images with specific instructions
• Maintaining consistency when making changes
• Understanding context and professional terminology
• Style transfers and artistic interpretations

Limitations:

• Vague instructions like "make it better"
• Multiple complex changes at once
• Maintaining exact proportions when heavily modified
• Abstract concepts without clear visual references

1. Be Explicit and Specific

Instead of vague requests, use clear, detailed language:

• ❌ "Make it nice"
• ✅ "Add soft watercolor washes in pink and lavender"

2. Use Natural, Complete Sentences

Write as if explaining to a skilled assistant:

• ❌ "Rose, arm, black"
• ✅ "Create a rose design with flowing, organic lines"

3. Name Everything Directly

Avoid pronouns and be specific about what you're referencing:

• ❌ "Change her hair"
• ✅ "Change the woman's hair color to auburn with subtle highlights"

4. Build Iteratively

Start simple, then refine:

5. Know When to Start Fresh

Sometimes edits can compound and lead to unwanted results. If the AI starts producing images that drift from your vision, it's often better to start a new conversation thread and reference your original or preferred version rather than continuing to edit the current one.

Tattoo Design Prompting

Creating New Designs

Effective prompts focus on style and subject:

• "Japanese-inspired koi fish swimming through flowing water with cherry blossoms, rendered in black ink with delicate line work"
• "Wolf head portrait in detailed black and grey tattoo style with intense eyes surrounded by geometric triangular border design on solid white background"
• "A majestic golden dragon swirling around a blooming cherry blossom tree, scales gleaming in the sunlight rendered in mid-violet ink"
• "Traditional sailing ship illustration in black ink with billowing white sails cutting through rough ocean waves, detailed rope rigging and wooden hull texture, stormy sky with dramatic clouds in the background"
• "Ornate Gothic calligraphy letter 'A' in bold black ink with decorative flourishes and medieval manuscript styling on clean white background"

Adding context improves results:

• "Dragon design with interwoven Celtic knotwork patterns forming continuous loops throughout the body, traditional Celtic line art style"
• "Watercolor phoenix rising from flames with vibrant orange and red paint splashes bleeding into feathers"
• "Cathedral window tattoo with detailed stone archways and geometric stained glass patterns in bold line work"

Pro tip: Adding "on solid white background" or "on clean background" helps the AI focus on the tattoo design itself rather than creating complex scenes or photographic environments.

Editing Tattoo Designs

Be specific about changes:

• "Add realistic texture to the snake scales with individual scale definition and natural pattern variation"
• "Deepen the shadows around the skull eye sockets and add dramatic contrast for more intensity"
• "Remove the background elements and focus on the main tiger portrait for cleaner composition"
• "Transform the colorful peacock feathers to black and grey realism with detailed eye patterns"

Maintain design integrity:

• "Keep the overall skull composition but refine the bone texture and shadows"
• "Preserve the sacred geometry patterns while adding more intricate details to the center"
• "Maintain the feminine portrait style but add stronger contrast and definition"

Common Tattoo Workflows

Client customization:

1. Start: "Fierce lion head portrait with detailed mane flowing in wind, realistic eyes and expression"
2. Refine: "Add more texture to the mane with individual hair strands and natural movement"
3. Adjust: "Include a crown above the lion head with ornate jewels and royal details"
4. Finalize: "Optimize line weights for bold tattoo application while maintaining fierce expression"

Style adaptation:

1. Upload reference image
2. "Convert this eagle to classic tattoo flash style with thick black outlines and simplified bold shapes"
3. "Remove the photographic background and create clean white space"
4. "Add classic tattoo banner with custom text underneath the eagle"

Nail Art Design

Creating Nail Designs

Focus on pattern and color:

• "Smooth gradient ombre from deep purple to soft pink with seamless blending"
• "Delicate cherry blossom branch diagonal across nail with soft pink petals and brown branches"
• "Abstract geometric pattern with triangular and hexagonal shapes in gold and nude tones"
• "Marble effect with swirling patterns and rose gold metallic veining"

Specify finish and texture:

• "Glossy chrome finish with holographic sparkle that shifts color"
• "Matte base with high-gloss accent details that catch light"
• "Textured 3D floral elements with realistic depth and shadows"

Editing Nail Art

Refine existing designs:

• "Make the gold accents more prominent and reflective"
• "Adapt the pattern for shorter nails while keeping visual balance"
• "Change the base color to warm nude pink"
• "Mark placement points for tiny rhinestones with balanced distribution"

Seasonal adaptations:

• "Convert the floral design to autumn colors"
• "Add subtle snowflake accents"
• "Make the design more festive with metallic elements"

Hair Styling and Color

Creating Hair Concepts

Describe cut, color, and style:

• "Layered bob cut below jawline with caramel face-framing highlights, styled with subtle inward curl"
• "Long waves with dimensional balayage highlights that blend naturally with sun-kissed effects"
• "Textured pixie cut with piece-y layers and silver undertones, tousled finish"
• "Braided updo with intricate patterns and loose romantic tendrils framing face"

Include styling details:

• "Tousled beach waves with natural movement and piece-y texture"
• "Sleek straight hair with glass-like shine and smooth surface"
• "Voluminous curls with defined spirals and bouncy texture"

Editing Hair Images

Color modifications:

• "Add warm caramel highlights throughout with natural sun-lightened placement"
• "Create seamless ombre from chocolate brown roots to honey blonde ends"
• "Change to rich auburn with copper and gold reflects"
• "Add dimensional lowlights in deeper tones for contrast and texture"

Style changes:

• "Make the waves looser and more natural"
• "Add more volume at the crown"
• "Create more textured, piece-y styling"
• "Smooth the frizz for a polished finish"

Garden and Landscape Design

Creating Garden Layouts

Describe plants and arrangement:

• "Lush cottage garden border featuring mixed perennial flowers in soft pastel palette including lavender, pink roses, and white delphiniums, creating romantic informal groupings"
• "Contemporary succulent arrangement displayed in sleek concrete geometric planters, featuring varied textures and forms including echeveria, jade plants, and barrel cactus"
• "Serene shaded woodland garden showcasing diverse fern varieties and hostas with variegated foliage, creating layered textures in dappled sunlight"
• "Water-wise landscape with ornamental grasses and drought-tolerant perennials in natural arrangements"

Include design elements:

• "Curved pathway with natural stone borders"
• "Raised beds with rustic wood edging"
• "Water feature surrounded by tropical plants"

Editing Landscape Images

Seasonal changes:

• "Show how this garden looks in autumn"
• "Add spring bulbs throughout the border"
• "Make the foliage more lush and green"

Design modifications:

• "Replace the lawn with ground cover plants"
• "Add a small seating area in the corner"
• "Include more colorful flowering plants"
• "Create better visual flow between sections"

Multiple Angles and Views:

• Upload your front-facing tattoo design: "Show this design from a side angle while maintaining all details"
• Transform perspective: "Rotate this mandala to show dimensional depth while preserving symmetry"
• Create profile views: "Show this portrait from a three-quarter angle with clear facial features"

Style Variations:

• Upload your line art: "Add soft watercolor effects while keeping all original line work"
• Convert styles: "Transform this realistic design into geometric style with clean lines and angular forms"
• Simplify complex work: "Create a minimalist version with essential elements and clean modern aesthetic"

Seasonal and Color Adaptations:

• Upload your spring nail design: "Adapt this for autumn colors"
• Color experiments: "Show this design in warm earth tones"
• Seasonal themes: "Add winter elements to this pattern"

Scale and Proportion Adjustments:

• Resize for different applications: "Adapt this large design for a smaller scale"
• Proportion changes: "Make this design more elongated"
• Composition tweaks: "Adjust the balance of elements in this design"