Using inspiration images with Vizcom

Introduction

Vizcom allows you to use reference images as style guides to influence the look and feel of your illustrations. This feature is particularly useful for artists and designers who want to maintain a consistent style across different projects.

This guide will walk you through the process of using a reference image as a style guide in Vizcom.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Vizcom

1. Log in to Vizcom:

   • Open your web browser and go to the Vizcom website.

   • Log in with your credentials.

Step 2: Create a New Project

1. Start a new project:

   • Once logged in, click on the "Create New Project" button on the dashboard.

Step 3: Upload Your Base Image

1. Upload the image you want to stylize:

   • Click on the "Upload" button or drag and drop the image you want to use as your base.

Step 4: Access the Reference Image Feature

1. Open the Reference Image feature:

   • On the right-hand side of the interface, you will see a "Reference Image" option. Click on it to open the panel.

Step 5: Upload Your Reference Image

1. Upload your reference image:

   • Click on the "Upload Reference Image" button within the panel.

   • Select the image that you want to use as a style guide. This image will influence the style of your base image.

   • Upload as many images as you want, but only the selected big options is going to influence the renderings

Step 6: Adjust the Style Influence

1. Adjust the influence of the reference image:

   • Use the sliders and settings to adjust how much the reference image should influence the style of your base image.

   • You can fine-tune the level of influence to get the desired effect.

Step 7: Apply the Style

1. Apply the style to your base image:

   • Once you are satisfied with the settings, click on the "Generate" button.

   • Vizcom will process the images and apply the style from the reference image to your base image.

   • Tip: Use the selection tool (G) on separate areas for material application or select the entire canvas with ctrl+A (/ CMD+A) for a more precise scene application.

Step 9: Save and Export

1. Save your project:

   • Once you are happy with the final image, save your project by clicking the "Save" button.

2. Export your styled image:

   • Click on the "Export" button to download your styled image in the desired format (e.g., PNG, JPEG).

So…

Using the reference image feature in Vizcom is a powerful way to maintain a consistent style across your projects. By following these steps, you can effectively use this feature to enhance your illustrations and designs.

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Be mindful

You decide what type of reference images you will use, and from what source. Try to be mindful of other creators intellectual property when uploading reference images. (Uploaded reference images will not train or have any influence on the models of Vizcom, it is a separate, personal feature for the user, unique to every file)