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Style direction

Turn a Reference Image into an Editorial Illustration

Editorial illustration should communicate an idea, not merely add a filter. Define the message and visual hierarchy first, then describe broad illustration materials and composition without asking the system to copy a named living artist.

Create an editorial direction
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Start with the communication idea

State the subject, intended message, focal relationship, and emotional register. When the source composition already carries the idea, protect its key objects and spatial hierarchy; otherwise, describe what may be simplified.

  • One primary message
  • A clear focal subject
  • Limited supporting symbols
  • Negative space for approved copy added later
02

Describe a reproducible visual system

Choose a limited palette, shape language, edge treatment, paper or print texture, and level of detail. Broad production terms such as cut-paper collage, textured geometric vector, ink wash, or flat screen-print colour are more controllable than vague requests for an artistic look.

03

Add exact words outside the generator

Headlines, names, figures, and legal copy should be placed with a design tool after generation. Review symbols and visual metaphors for unintended cultural meaning, and confirm that the illustration accurately supports the accompanying article or campaign.

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Turn the guidance into a real result

Open the matching Image to Image AI Lab tool, start with the prompt structure above, and review the generated output before use.

Create an editorial direction