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Can reference images really guide AI outputs effectively?
Here’s my visual exploration of retro pastel editorial aesthetics using Krea AI’s newest image model, Krea 2.
For this test, I used the Style Transfer feature together with curated references to see how well the model could maintain a consistent visual direction across multiple generations.
Full process breakdown in the comments.
Curious to hear your thoughts on the results, do you think the consistency works?
Great Job, keep it up👍
Wow Amazing Work Sister
Really digging the airy, 'Studio-First' aesthetic.
your model is pretty😊
She reminds me of a character from The Queen's Gambit ♟️😍. Such a great series! 🎉Have you seen that show? 👀
Great work on this. The balance between visuals and messaging is done really well.
Good job 👏
This is a really strong exploration of visual consistency through AI-assisted art direction. The pastel editorial language feels intentional rather than overly generated, which is where a lot of AI visuals usually fall short.
What stands out most is how the references helped...
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