See how one image was directed.
The first prompt did not need to describe the final image.
I started with a rough direction, reviewed each result, and decided what to keep and what to change.
01
Start with a rough direction
USER DIRECTION
“Create a website hero image for a vintage fountain pen shop.
Make the nib the main subject, with quiet space for copy.”
02
The direction works. The material does not.
USER DIRECTION
“The overall direction is right.
But 18K gold does not become this dull simply because it is old.”
03
Add only a small sign of use.
USER DIRECTION
“The gloss is fine.
Add only slight wear at the tip of the nib.”
04
Too much changed.
USER DIRECTION
“The nib became brighter and now looks cheaper.
Return to the previous brightness.
Add only the slight wear at the tip.”
05
Add contrast without making it brighter.
USER DIRECTION
“The nib needs slightly more contrast.
Keep the overall brightness restrained and add one narrow highlight.”
06
Final decision
This direction works.
The first prompt started the image.
Each decision moved it closer to the intended result.
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