DreamUp
DeviantArt DreamUp™ is an AI-art generator that enables users to create AI-generated art safely and fairly. The tool enables creators to control how their art i...
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What is DreamUp?
DreamUp is DeviantArt's AI-powered image generator that helps you craft stunning high-quality art in seconds using artificial intelligence. Based on Stable Diffusion technology, DreamUp transforms text prompts into unique digital artwork, allowing users to specify subject, style, colors, and background to get exactly the vision they imagine.
Key features include the ability to generate up to 4 AI images per click, select from multiple visual styles (anime, 3D, cinematic, pixel art, watercolor, and more), choose aspect ratios, adjust prompt strength, and add negative prompts for fine-tuning. Users can re-run prompts for variations, create variations of nearly-perfect results, upscale images to highest resolution, and submit creations directly to DeviantArt as deviations for sharing or selling.
DreamUp is designed for artists, creatives, social media content creators, game developers, and anyone interested in AI art. It connects users to a community of millions of AI artists and enthusiasts on DeviantArt where they can share work, get inspired by other users' prompts, and connect with like-minded creators.
A unique aspect of DreamUp is its creator control features: artists can decide whether AI images can be generated in their style, opt out of having their style used for training, and receive clear credit when their style inspires DreamUp-generated images published on DeviantArt.
The platform is free to start with weekly limits, and Core Members get significantly expanded monthly prompt allowances, making it accessible for casual users while offering generous limits for serious creators.
DreamUp pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free tier: Generate up to 30 images for free using 10 prompts per week. Core Membership: Core Members can generate up to 1,000 free prompts per month depending on their Core plan. Prompts do not roll over - unused credits expire at end of calendar month or when Core Membership expires. Additional prompts can be purchased using DeviantArt Points when free monthly prompts run out, starting at $5 for 400 Points.
DreamUp pros
- Generate up to 30 free images per week with 10 prompts
- Core Members get up to 1,000 free prompts monthly
- Multiple visual styles available (anime, 3D, cinematic, pixel art, watercolor, and more)
- Generate up to 4 images per single prompt click
- Image upscaling to highest resolution
- Create variations of existing images for fine-tuning
- Re-run same prompt for different results
- Adjust aspect ratio, prompt strength, and negative prompts
- Direct submission to DeviantArt as deviations
- Connect with millions of AI artists in DeviantArt community
- Artists can opt out of having their style used in AI generations
- Clear credit given when artist style inspires generated images
- Control over whether AI models can train on your deviations
- No micro-transactions for basic prompt usage
- Buy additional prompts using DeviantArt Points when needed
- Browse other users' prompts for inspiration
- Based on powerful Stable Diffusion third-party technology
DreamUp cons
- Unused prompts do not roll over and expire monthly
- Free tier limited to 30 images per week
- Strict content policy bans pornographic, violent, or hateful imagery
- Account suspension possible for policy violations
- Specific words/phrases blocked by DeviantArt
- Copyright laws for AI generation still developing and vary by jurisdiction
- Must tag referenced artists when submitting to avoid deletion
- Opt-out form required to prevent style from being used
- Product relies on third-party Stable Diffusion technology
- Additional prompts require purchasing DeviantArt Points
Frequently asked questions about DreamUp
How does DreamUp work?
DreamUp is an AI art generator that uses the latest advancements in artificial intelligence to generate images based on text prompts. The product is based on third-party technology (Stable Diffusion). You type a prompt with details about subject, style, colors, and background, select a visual style, choose aspect ratio and prompt strength, then click Create to generate up to 4 AI images. Generated images are saved in DreamUp and your Studio and can be accessed or submitted as deviations at any time.
What kind of images can I generate on DreamUp?
DreamUp lets you create almost anything you can imagine, but content must respect DeviantArt policy. No pornographic or obscene content, no hateful or violent imagery, no personal information, and no offensive or sexualized images of public figures. Imagery inspired by other artists must clearly reference those artists when published. DeviantArt reserves the right to block specific words or phrases to prevent Terms of Service violations.
How do I get started on DreamUp?
Follow three easy steps: On DreamUp, enter a prompt giving as much detail about subject, style, colors, and background as possible. Click Create. Click on the three-dot menu of your favorites and select Submit as a Deviation to share your artwork on DeviantArt.
How much does DreamUp cost?
You can try DreamUp for free and generate up to 30 images with 10 prompts per week. Core Members can generate up to 1,000 free prompts per month depending on their Core plan. Prompts do not roll over - any unused credits expire at the end of the calendar month or when your Core Membership plan expires.
Can I buy additional prompts for DreamUp?
Yes. Core Members can buy additional prompts using DeviantArt Points when they run out of free monthly prompts. Additional Points can be purchased starting at just $5 for 400 Points.
What kind of rights/copyright apply to images generated with DeviantArt DreamUp?
Copyright laws for AI generation are still developing and changing rapidly, and differ from one jurisdiction to another. For information about copyright ownership and protection applicable to you, consult local counsel. In jurisdictions where the DreamUp Service is designated as the Copyright holder, DeviantArt passes the copyright to you.
What are some tips to perfect DreamUp prompts?
Begin with the subject of your image. Start simple and add detail gradually. Always specify the genre or style (portrait photo, pixel art, 3D, watercolor, etc.). Experiment with mood keywords (cute, sinister, creepy, dreamy). Specify your background clearly. Be clear and specific to avoid ambiguity. Re-run prompts for different takes. Use Create Variation for fine-tuning. Browse other deviants' prompts for inspiration.
What steps does DeviantArt take to protect artists from being uncredited when referenced in AI Art creations?
If you refer to an artist in a DreamUp prompt, you must tag that artist when submitting the resulting image to DeviantArt. Failure to do so violates the DreamUp Policy and can result in deletion or account suspension. Artists can apply to opt out of AI images being generated in their style. If you've opted out and want to opt in again, contact DeviantArt Support. You will be clearly credited in published DreamUp-generated images on DeviantArt if your style is used as inspiration.
How can I prevent AI images from being generated in my style?
If you don't want to allow other deviants to create art inspired by your style with DreamUp, you may be eligible to opt out by filling out DeviantArt's opt-out form. If you've opted out and would like to opt in again, please contact DeviantArt Support.
What visual styles are available in DreamUp?
DreamUp offers multiple visual styles including anime style, 3D, cinematic, portrait photo, pixel art, isometric, movie poster, polaroid photo, ceramic statue, watercolor, and children's crayon drawing. If you don't specify a genre or style, DreamUp will choose one for you. You can also use mood keywords like cute, sinister, creepy, or dreamy to change the overall appearance.