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Midjourney for Beginners: Step-by-Step AI Art Guide
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Midjourney for Beginners: Step-by-Step AI Art Guide
This course is part of Midjourney: Generative AI for Creatives Specialization
Instructor: Skillshare
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No prior experience required
6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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August 2025
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5 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Midjourney: Generative AI for Creatives Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course
In this module, you’ll get familiar with the Midjourney platform and learn the core settings needed to start creating AI-generated art. We’ll walk through the Web User Interface, adjust your workspace, and set clear expectations for your final project so you can work with focus and confidence.
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4 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
This module focuses on mastering Midjourney within Discord, the primary tool for interacting with the AI. You’ll learn to navigate its interface, configure settings, and use a proven prompt formula that makes your image generation faster, smoother, and more consistent.
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3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
Here, you’ll take your prompting skills to the next level. By understanding and applying Midjourney’s parameters, you’ll gain more control over your images. You’ll also practice generating art in both the Discord and Web interfaces, learning when and why each method is best.
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3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In this module, you’ll become fluent in “reading” AI prompts by studying real examples. You’ll dissect prompts to see how style, detail, and composition are achieved—and then practice replicating those techniques for your own unique projects.
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2 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
The final module focuses on taking your art from good to exceptional. You’ll learn to expand compositions beyond their original frame, upscale images for stunning clarity, and bring your class project to completion—ready to share with the world.
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3 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
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