AI Mastery Academy — Midjourney course
Midjourney Masterclass
Create artistic, high-quality images and videos with Midjourney's web app
30 classroom sessions • Simple English • Learn by watching, trying and practising
Classroom presentation
75-minute class format
How each class works
- Understand one small idea
- Watch the teacher demonstrate
- Repeat the steps on your own device
- Complete a practical task and homework
Feature names and menus can change by account, device, country and plan — follow what you see on your screen.
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The 30 classes
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The 30 classes
Class 01 — Learning goal
Meet Midjourney
Understand Midjourney and what it is known for.
- Known for beautiful lighting, style and detail.
- Paid subscription is needed to generate.
- Images are public by default on lower plans.
- Check rights and quality.
Class 01 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Open midjourney.com.
- Browse Explore.
- Sign in.
- Look at plan options.
Your turn
- Browse Explore.
- Save 5 favourite images.
- Read plan options.
Class 01 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
A misty morning at Howrah Bridge with boats on the Hooghly, painterly style, soft light.
Check your understanding
- What is Midjourney known for?
- Is it free?
- Public images?
Class 02 — Learning goal
Account and plans
Sign up and choose a plan.
- Basic, Standard, Pro and Mega plans differ in GPU time and privacy.
- Stealth (private) mode on higher plans.
- Fast vs Relax hours.
- Cancel through official settings.
Class 02 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Sign in.
- Open Manage subscription.
- Compare plans.
- Choose carefully.
Your turn
- Compare plans.
- Note GPU time.
- Note privacy.
Class 02 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Explain Midjourney plans in simple words for a beginner.
Check your understanding
- What is GPU time?
- Stealth mode?
- Fast vs Relax?
Class 03 — Learning goal
The web app
Learn the interface.
- Explore: community images.
- Create: prompt bar and your images.
- Organize: folders and filters.
- Settings: version, stylization, speed.
Class 03 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Open Create.
- Find the prompt bar.
- Open settings.
- Open Organize.
Your turn
- Visit each section.
- Open settings.
- Make a folder.
Class 03 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Explain each section of the Midjourney web app.
Check your understanding
- What is Explore?
- Where are settings?
- Organize use?
Class 04 — Learning goal
Your first prompt
Generate four images.
- Type a description.
- Wait for the grid.
- Choose favourites.
- Use Vary or Upscale.
Class 04 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Type prompt.
- Press enter.
- Open an image.
- Try Vary.
Your turn
- Generate 2 prompts.
- Open images.
- Try Vary Subtle and Strong.
Class 04 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
A cute red panda reading a book in a library, warm light, storybook illustration.
Check your understanding
- How many images per prompt?
- What is Vary?
- Upscale?
Class 05 — Learning goal
Prompt structure
Write better prompts.
- Subject and action.
- Medium: photo, oil painting, 3D.
- Lighting and colour.
- Composition: close-up, wide shot.
Class 05 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Subject.
- Medium.
- Lighting.
- Composition.
Your turn
- Write 3 structured prompts.
- Compare.
- Save best.
Class 05 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Close-up oil painting of a Rajasthani woman in a colourful dupatta, golden hour, rich textures.
Check your understanding
- Prompt parts?
- Medium?
- Composition?
Class 06 — Learning goal
Aspect ratio (--ar)
Change image shape.
- --ar 1:1 square.
- --ar 9:16 stories.
- --ar 16:9 banners.
- --ar 4:5 posts.
Class 06 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Add --ar 9:16.
- Generate.
- Try 16:9.
- Compare.
Your turn
- Make 3 ratios.
- Compare.
- Choose uses.
Class 06 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Mountain lake reflection at dawn --ar 16:9
Check your understanding
- Ratio for stories?
- Banners?
- How set?
Class 07 — Learning goal
Versions and models
Choose the model version.
- Latest version for best quality.
- Niji models for anime styles.
- Draft mode for fast ideas (where available).
- Compare versions.
Class 07 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Open settings.
- Change version.
- Generate same prompt.
- Compare.
Your turn
- Compare 2 versions.
- Try draft mode.
- Note.
Class 07 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
A samurai cat in the rain — compare default and Niji.
Check your understanding
- What is Niji?
- Draft mode?
- Why compare?
Class 08 — Learning goal
Stylization and variety
Control style strength and variation.
- --stylize (--s): how artistic.
- --chaos: more variety in the grid.
- --weird: unusual results.
- Use small changes.
Class 08 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Generate with --s 50.
- Try --s 500.
- Add --chaos 30.
- Compare.
Your turn
- Test stylize values.
- Test chaos.
- Note results.
Class 08 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Village market scene --s 250 --chaos 20
Check your understanding
- What does stylize do?
- Chaos?
- Weird?
Class 09 — Learning goal
Vary, Upscale and Remix
Improve a chosen image.
- Vary (Subtle/Strong).
- Upscale (Subtle/Creative).
- Remix to change prompt while varying.
- Repeat until happy.
Class 09 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Select image.
- Vary Subtle.
- Upscale.
- Remix with new prompt.
Your turn
- Vary twice.
- Upscale.
- Remix once.
Class 09 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Remix my image to change the season from summer to monsoon.
Check your understanding
- Vary Subtle vs Strong?
- Upscale types?
- Remix?
Class 10 — Learning goal
Editor: pan, zoom and region edits
Edit images.
- Zoom out to show more.
- Pan to extend a side.
- Vary Region to repaint.
- Change prompt for the area.
Class 10 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Open editor.
- Zoom out.
- Select region.
- Repaint.
Your turn
- Zoom out once.
- Pan once.
- Repaint a region.
Class 10 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Zoom out my portrait to show the full street behind the person.
Check your understanding
- Zoom out?
- Pan?
- Vary Region?
Class 11 — Learning goal
Image prompts
Use images in prompts.
- Image prompt: overall content/style.
- Image weight (--iw).
- Use your own images.
- Combine with text.
Class 11 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Upload image.
- Add text.
- Set --iw.
- Generate.
Your turn
- Use one image prompt.
- Change weight.
- Compare.
Class 11 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Use my shop photo as an image prompt and create a festive illustrated version.
Check your understanding
- Image prompt?
- --iw?
- Whose images?
Class 12 — Learning goal
Style reference (--sref)
Copy a visual style.
- Use an image or sref code.
- --sw controls strength.
- Consistent brand look.
- Respect artists' rights.
Class 12 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Upload style image.
- Set as style reference.
- Generate.
- Adjust --sw.
Your turn
- Use --sref.
- Change --sw.
- Make a set.
Class 12 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Create a set of 3 festival posters in the same style using a style reference.
Check your understanding
- What is --sref?
- --sw?
- Rights?
Class 13 — Learning goal
Omni reference and characters
Keep people or objects consistent.
- Upload subject image.
- Set reference weight.
- Describe new scenes.
- Use permitted subjects.
Class 13 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Upload subject.
- Set reference.
- Scene 1.
- Scene 2.
Your turn
- 3 consistent images.
- Adjust weight.
- Compare.
Class 13 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Put my mascot (uploaded) on a beach and in a classroom.
Check your understanding
- Why reference?
- Weight?
- Permission?
Class 14 — Learning goal
Personalization
Train your taste.
- Rank pairs of images.
- Unlock personalization.
- Use --p to apply.
- Create moodboards.
Class 14 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Rank images.
- Enable --p.
- Generate with and without.
- Compare.
Your turn
- Rank images.
- Compare --p.
- Make a moodboard.
Class 14 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Generate the same scene with and without --p.
Check your understanding
- What is --p?
- How train?
- Moodboards?
Class 15 — Learning goal
Moodboards
Collect style inspiration.
- Add images to a moodboard.
- Use it as a profile.
- Brand consistency.
- Update over time.
Class 15 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Create moodboard.
- Add images.
- Use in prompt.
- Compare.
Your turn
- Build a moodboard.
- Use it.
- Refine.
Class 15 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Create a moodboard for an organic food brand: earthy, natural, warm.
Check your understanding
- Moodboard?
- Use?
- Update?
Class 16 — Learning goal
Text in images
Add simple text.
- Put text in quotes.
- Keep it short.
- Proofread.
- Use a design tool for long text.
Class 16 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Add "text" in prompt.
- Generate.
- Check spelling.
- Edit elsewhere if needed.
Your turn
- Make 2 text images.
- Proofread.
- Fix.
Class 16 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Vintage poster with the words "Chai Time", hand-lettered, warm colours.
Check your understanding
- How add text?
- Short why?
- Long text?
Class 17 — Learning goal
Negative prompts (--no)
Remove unwanted elements.
- --no text, people, blur.
- Keep lists short.
- Check output.
- Combine with good prompt.
Class 17 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Generate.
- Add --no.
- Compare.
- Keep.
Your turn
- Use --no twice.
- Compare.
- Note.
Class 17 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Empty beach at sunrise --no people, boats
Check your understanding
- What does --no do?
- Examples?
- Short lists?
Class 18 — Learning goal
Seeds and repeatability
Repeat results.
- Find seed of a job.
- Reuse with changes.
- Not perfectly identical.
- Useful for testing.
Class 18 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Get seed.
- Reuse.
- Change one word.
- Compare.
Class 18 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Reuse the seed of my favourite image and change "day" to "night".
Check your understanding
- What is seed?
- Identical?
- Testing use?
Class 19 — Learning goal
Video generation
Animate images.
- Animate an image.
- Choose automatic or manual motion prompt.
- Low/high motion.
- Extend clips.
Class 19 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Select image.
- Animate.
- Choose motion.
- Download.
Your turn
- Animate one image.
- Try high motion.
- Download.
Class 19 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Animate my landscape image with gentle wind in the trees, low motion.
Check your understanding
- How animate?
- Motion levels?
- Extend?
Class 20 — Learning goal
Organize and download
Manage your library.
- Folders by project.
- Filters by date/ratio.
- Download full size.
- Delete unwanted.
Class 20 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Create folders.
- Filter.
- Download.
- Clean.
Your turn
- Organise library.
- Download.
- Clean.
Class 20 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Suggest folder names for my Midjourney work for clients.
Check your understanding
- Folders?
- Filters?
- Download?
Class 21 — Learning goal
Stealth mode and privacy
Keep work private.
- Public gallery visibility.
- Stealth on Pro/Mega.
- Avoid sensitive content.
- Client work needs privacy.
Class 21 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Check plan.
- Enable stealth if available.
- Review gallery.
- Rules.
Your turn
- Check privacy.
- Write rules.
- Review gallery.
Class 21 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
What should I consider for client work privacy in Midjourney?
Check your understanding
- Public default?
- Stealth?
- Client work?
Class 22 — Learning goal
Using Discord
Optional Discord workflow.
- Join the server.
- Use /imagine in bot channels or DM.
- Same parameters work.
- Web app is easier for beginners.
Class 22 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Join Discord.
- Open a bot channel.
- Type /imagine.
- Generate.
Your turn
- Try Discord once.
- Compare with web.
- Choose.
Class 22 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
/imagine a lighthouse on a rocky coast at night, stars, oil painting
Check your understanding
- /imagine?
- Same parameters?
- Which is easier?
Class 23 — Learning goal
Photography styles
Realistic photos.
- Lens: 35mm, 85mm.
- Lighting: softbox, golden hour.
- Depth of field.
- Film styles.
Class 23 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Choose subject.
- Add camera words.
- Add light.
- Generate.
Your turn
- Make 3 photo-style images.
- Compare.
- Save.
Class 23 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Portrait of an elderly tea seller, 85mm lens, shallow depth of field, natural window light.
Check your understanding
- Lens words?
- Lighting?
- Depth?
Class 24 — Learning goal
Illustration and art styles
Artistic looks.
- Medium: watercolour, ink, gouache.
- Movements: art deco, folk art.
- Indian styles: Madhubani, Kalighat-inspired.
- Avoid copying living artists.
Class 24 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Pick medium.
- Pick movement.
- Generate.
- Compare.
Your turn
- Try 3 art styles.
- Compare.
- Save.
Class 24 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Madhubani-inspired illustration of a fish and lotus, vibrant colours.
Check your understanding
- Medium?
- Movement?
- Living artists?
Class 25 — Learning goal
Marketing and branding
Visuals for business.
- Consistent style with --sref.
- Correct ratios.
- Add exact text in design tools.
- Check rights.
Class 25 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Define style.
- Generate set.
- Add text in Canva.
- Publish.
Your turn
- Campaign set.
- Add text.
- Publish plan.
Class 25 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Create 3 campaign images for a monsoon tea promotion in one style.
Check your understanding
- Consistency?
- Text where?
- Rights?
Class 26 — Learning goal
Commercial use and copyright
Know the rules.
- Read terms.
- Large companies may need higher plans.
- No trademarks/characters.
- No misleading real-people images.
Class 26 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Read terms.
- Review designs.
- Fix risks.
- Keep records.
Your turn
- Review terms.
- Check designs.
- Checklist.
Class 26 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Explain Midjourney's commercial use basics for a small business.
Check your understanding
- Commercial use?
- Trademarks?
- Records?
Class 27 — Learning goal
Ethics
Create responsibly.
- No deepfakes.
- Label AI.
- Respect cultures.
- Avoid harmful content.
Class 27 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Discuss.
- Review.
- Label.
- Rules.
Class 27 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Give 5 responsible AI art rules for social media.
Check your understanding
- Deepfakes?
- Label?
- Cultures?
Class 28 — Learning goal
Common problems and fixes
Fix issues.
- Wrong subject: simplify prompt.
- Extra limbs: vary region.
- Out of fast hours: relax mode.
- Banned words: rephrase.
Class 28 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Identify.
- Fix.
- Regenerate.
- Check.
Your turn
- Fix 2 issues.
- Use relax.
- Rephrase.
Class 28 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Midjourney blocked my prompt. How do I rephrase safely?
Check your understanding
- Wrong subject?
- Limbs?
- Hours?
Class 29 — Learning goal
Practical examination
Show skills.
- Prompting.
- Parameters.
- Editing.
- Ethics.
Class 29 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Read.
- Create.
- Export.
- Explain.
Class 29 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Create a consistent 3-image series with --sref and one animated clip.
Check your understanding
- Parameters used?
- Consistency?
- Improve?
Class 30 — Learning goal
Final project and next steps
Build a portfolio series.
- Theme.
- Consistent style.
- Edits.
- Present.
Class 30 — Practical
Student activities
Step by step
- Choose.
- Plan.
- Create.
- Present.
Class 30 — Try this prompt
Demonstration and discussion
Suggest 5 Midjourney portfolio project ideas.
Check your understanding
- Theme?
- Style?
- Next?
Course complete
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