Leonado

Introduction

Leonardo AI is a powerful platform that enables artists, designers, and creators to generate stunning visuals using advanced AI models. One of the key features of Leonardo AI is its Elements, which are compatible with various finetuned models. This page will provide a comprehensive understanding of Leonardo AI Elements, their compatibility with different models, and how to maximize their potential in your creative projects.

Understanding Elements and Model Compatibility

What are Leonardo AI Elements?

Elements in Leonardo AI are specific styles, effects, and assets that can be applied to images generated by AI models. These elements enhance the visual quality and creativity of the output, allowing users to achieve specific artistic effects and themes.

Determining Model Compatibility

The compatibility of elements with finetuned models depends on the base model from which the finetuned model is derived. To check the base model of a finetuned model on the Leonardo platform, navigate to the Finetuned Models section and switch to the Platform Models tab. Click on the model and then click on "View More" to see its base model.

For example, viewing the details of DreamShaper v7 on the Leonardo web app will reveal that it is a finetuned model based on Stable Diffusion v1.5. You can then refer to the compatibility table to see which elements are compatible with Stable Diffusion v1.5 models.

Finetuned Models and Elements Compatibility Table

Leonardo AI continuously updates and releases new models and elements. The table below provides a list of base models, finetuned models, and their compatible elements. For the most up-to-date information, refer to the Leonardo web app, the List Platform Models endpoint, and the List Elements endpoint.

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Exploring Key Elements

High-Resolution Enhancement

High-Resolution enhancement in Leonardo AI toggles between a 1.5x and 2x resolution increase, enhancing the output resolution of the generated images. This feature delivers richer and denser visuals but is not meant to function as an upscal

Contrast Boost

Contrast Boost enhances the dynamic range and contrast of the image. Adjusting this setting can significantly affect the image's visual attributes, making it more tailored to the subject matter.

Resonance

Resonance controls the level of detail and adherence to the prompt. Higher Resonance values result in intricate, highly-detailed images but can also make the visuals busier. Finding the right balance through experimentation is crucial.

Image Guidance

Image Guidance, including the image2image function, allows you to adjust how much the original image influences the final result. Changing the Strength value controls the dominance of the original image in the output.

Prompt Magic

Prompt Magic determines the influence of the prompt on the output. Alchemy enhances Prompt Magic by enabling it to process longer and more complex prompts.

Practical Applications

Artistic Creations

Artists can use Leonardo AI Elements to create stunning digital artworks, leveraging various styles and effects to achieve their desired aesthetics.

Game Design

Game designers can utilize elements like 3D Sculpt, Isometric Fantasy, and RPG elements to generate assets for their games, enhancing the visual appeal and consistency of their designs.

Marketing and Advertising

Marketers can create eye-catching visuals for campaigns using elements like Vibrant, Modern Analog Photography, and Cinematic to produce high-impact advertisements.

Concept Art

Concept artists can explore different styles and themes quickly using elements like Fantasy Icons, Solarpunk, and Cybertech to visualize ideas and concepts effectively.

Maximizing the Potential of Leonardo AI Elements

Experimentation

Experimenting with different elements and settings is key to discovering the full potential of Leonardo AI. Adjusting parameters like Contrast Boost and Resonance can lead to unique and visually stunning results.

Combining Elements

Combining multiple elements can create complex and layered visuals. For example, using Colorful Scribbles with Cybertech can result in a futuristic and vibrant image.

Leveraging Model Compatibility

Understanding the compatibility of elements with various models ensures that you can make the most of the features available. Using the right base model with compatible elements enhances the quality and coherence of the generated images.

Future Developments

Leonardo AI is continuously evolving, with new models and elements being released regularly. Staying updated with these developments allows users to access the latest tools and features, further expanding their creative possibilities.

New Element: Sparklecore!

Create dazzling images featuring a Y2K glitter aesthetic with our latest Element, Sparklecore. Simply choose Sparklecore and incorporate terms like “glitter” or “sparkle” into your prompt for optimal sparkle effects. For superior outcomes, pair it with the Leonardo Vision XL model.

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About Elements

LoRA Capabilities: During its beta phase, Leonardo.Ai has integrated a total of 18 LoRA models, enhancing the variety of creative outputs. Specifically, 4 models are SDXL compatible, 1 with SD2.1, and 13 tailored for SD1.5 models.

• Element Customization: With the 'Add Elements' feature, users can now infuse their creations with unique artistic flair right from the 'AI Image Generation' page, ensuring a personalized touch to each image.
• Diverse Style Selection: The platform offers a rich spectrum of artistic Elements, ranging from the classic 'Baroque' to the edgy 'Lunar Punk', ready to be mixed and matched for aesthetic diversity.
• Refined Weight Control: Adjust the influence of each Element with precision through relative weight settings, opening up possibilities for subtle tweaks or dramatic shifts. Some LoRAs even present unique outcomes when applied in negative values, inviting experimentation.

The Power of Elements

With Elements, the horizon of customization and creativity is boundless, placing the reins of artistic control firmly in your hands. Users can blend and juxtapose styles from the Elements library to unlock an extraordinary degree of personalization in their art. Getting started with Elements in the AI Image Generation interface is just a matter of a few clicks, offering artists a smooth, hassle-free entry into their creative exploration.

Available Elements

For SD1.5 Compatibility

• Baroque
• Biopunk
• Celtic Punk
• Crystalline
• Ebony & Gold
• Gingerbread
• Glass & Steel
• Inferno
• Ivory & Gold
• Lunar Punk
• Pirate Punk
• Tiki
• Toxic Punk

SD2.1 compatible Elements

1. Surreal Collage

SDXL compatible Elements

• Coloring Book
• Folk Art Illustration
• Kids Illustration
• Toon & Anime
• Vintage Christmas Illustration
• Cybertech (New)
• Fantasy Icons (New)
• Colorpop (New)
• 3D Sculpt (New)
• Glasscore (New)
• Simple icons (New)
• Vintage Photography (New)
• Dark Arts (New)
• Cute Emotes (New)
• Dragon Scales (New)
• Simple Flat Illustration (New)
• Sparklecore (New)

Benefits

Elements offers a simplified approach to crafting bespoke artworks and adaptable workflows directly on the AI Image Generation page. By picking preferred styles and modifying their influence through weight adjustments, the embedded LoRA models subtly guide the final image output, all the while granting users the freedom to utilize their chosen model.

This integration empowers users to produce distinctly unique results, leveraging the nuanced control afforded by Elements in concert with their preferred fine-tuned model for a level of customization beyond what's possible with a standalone fine-tuned model.

Unlocking New Artistic Horizons

Elements distinguishes itself from other tools through its capacity to provide detailed control over the art creation process. Artists have the flexibility to fine-tune the influence of each Element in the mix, achieving an ideal blend of styles for their envisioned result. This granular level of control is key in enabling artists to fully realize their creative potential, leading to the production of artworks that are not only highly personalized but also distinctively unique.

The Secret Sauce: LoRAs

Elements harnesses the advanced capabilities of Low-Rank Adaptation models, commonly referred to as LoRAs, to enable detailed and nuanced image creation. These potent models are adept at adapting to a wide range of artistic styles, capturing even the minutest details with remarkable accuracy.

By incorporating LoRAs, Elements streamlines the creative workflow, making it more user-friendly without compromising on the robustness and quality of the output.

Unleash Your Artistic Vision

Elements from Leonardo AI ushers in an era of boundless creative freedom and precise control in the realm of AI-generated art. It empowers artists to transcend the limits of their creativity and elevate their art to extraordinary levels.

Designed for both budding artists and seasoned professionals, Elements offers an expansive canvas to experiment and innovate, allowing you to craft stunning pieces that truly embody your individual artistic flair.

How to Use Elements

Getting Started with Elements: To activate Elements, navigate to the AI Images Generation page and simply click the ‘Add Elements’ button located beneath the text prompt field.

• Activating Elements: Simply head to the AI Image Generation page and initiate Elements by clicking the 'Add Elements' option beneath the prompt input area.
• Combining Elements: You have the liberty to select and blend up to four Elements, allowing for experimentation with various styles and combinations to discover your preferred aesthetic.
• Adjusting Strength: Fine-tune the influence of each Element by adjusting their respective weights to achieve the ideal balance for your creation. (Keep in mind: certain Elements may yield interesting effects with negative weights!)
• Generating Artwork: Once you're set, hit the 'Generate' button to witness your customized results materialize within moments!

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💡 Leonardo's Advice: For optimal results, we suggest setting the weight values between 0.2 and 0.8.

Generate Images with Elements

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are some Elements not compatible with each other?

Certain Elements are designed to work with specific finetuned models and combining them with incompatible models could lead to subpar creations. To prevent this, the platform automatically deactivates any non-compatible combinations, ensuring only suitable Elements are utilized in the generation process.

Is there an extra charge for using Elements in image generation?

At present, incorporating Elements into your image generation does not require extra tokens; it's included in the standard cost.