Have you ever wondered how to create hyper-realistic images with AI? I recently stumbled upon a fascinating experiment that showed how a simple prompt adjustment can make all the difference.
The experiment involved generating an image using ChatGPT 5 and then prompting it to create a more realistic version. The results were striking, and I’m excited to share the findings with you.
## The Power of Prompting
The default image generation leans toward polished “stock-photo style” unless the prompt is very explicit about realism. This means that if you want a more realistic image, you need to specify it in your prompt.
In this experiment, the user added the following specifications to the prompt:
* Hyper-realistic / photorealistic
* Natural daylight & authentic atmosphere
* Subtle, varied facial expressions
* Casual imperfections (books, papers, muted tones)
These adjustments pushed the output from a “stocky staged look” to a more candid and real image.
## Takeaways
The key takeaway is that you need to be explicit about what you want from your AI image generation. By adding specific details to your prompt, you can create more realistic and authentic images.
Additionally, the AI assistant offered to standardize the user’s future image prompts to always lean toward realistic photography style unless specified otherwise. This highlights the importance of communication between humans and AI systems.
## The Future of AI Image Generation
As AI technology advances, we can expect to see more realistic and sophisticated images being generated. However, it’s essential to remember that AI is only as good as the prompts it receives.
By understanding how to craft effective prompts, we can unlock the full potential of AI image generation and create stunning, hyper-realistic images that blur the line between reality and fiction.
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*Further reading: [AI Image Generation: A Guide to Creating Realistic Images](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344444111_AI_Image_Generation_A_Guide_to_Creating_Realistic_Images)*