{"id":15191,"date":"2023-03-22T12:00:50","date_gmt":"2023-03-22T04:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.pixlr.com\/?p=15191"},"modified":"2023-03-20T21:30:51","modified_gmt":"2023-03-20T13:30:51","slug":"dystopian-surreal-artwork-with-pixlr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pixlr.com\/blog\/dystopian-surreal-artwork-with-pixlr\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create A Dystopian Surreal Artwork with Pixlr"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dystopian surreal artwork is a type of art that creates a sense of unease and confusion in the viewer. It often features distorted, futuristic landscapes, and twisted, surreal imagery that is reminiscent of a world gone wrong. <\/span><\/h4>\n

With the advent of AI image generators, creating dystopian surreal artwork has become more accessible than ever before.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pixlr 2023\u2019s<\/a><\/span> new AI Image Generation tool uses cutting-edge AI technology<\/a><\/span> to generate unique images and graphics in real-time, based on your input and preferences.<\/span><\/p>\n

You just need to type in keywords and prompts to your liking, and the AI Image Generation tool will generate a custom image or graphic that meets your specifications, and you\u2019re free to edit it however you want on Pixlr<\/a><\/span> immediately. In this blog post, we will explore how to create a dystopian surreal artwork using Pixlr’s AI image generator.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Generate an image with Pixlr’s AI Image Generator<\/b><\/h3>\n

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First things first, head over to Image generator on Pixlr<\/a><\/span>. Here you\u2019ll be asked to key in a prompt which describes your image. Additionally, you can select a few predefined keywords at the bottom suggesting the type of medium, style, output, and attributes of your desired image.<\/p>\n

For this tutorial we will be using the prompts \u201cDystopian city street, hyper realistic, steampunk, cinematic shot, highly detailed, dramatic\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n

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(Left) Image generated via Pixlr’s Image generator<\/a> <\/span>(Right) Edited Artwork #madewithpixlr<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2. Remove the background<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Once you’ve successfully generated your desired image, use the Cutout\/Mask<\/a><\/span> tool to remove its background. Use the Lasso Mask tool to remove large areas, and the Draw Mask tool to clean up the rough edges so that it\u2019s ready for photomanipulation.<\/p>\n

3. Add a new sky background<\/h3>\n

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Add an image of a sky<\/a><\/span> and place it on the layer underneath the city street image. Remember, you can always generate the sky image using Pixlr\u2019s AI Generator<\/a><\/span> too! <\/span><\/p>\n

Next, use the Filters and adjust accordingly so that the sky matches the tone of the city streets layer. In this case, we used the Coco filter under Instage filters because the orange hues suit the overall tone of the image.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Add a subject image<\/b><\/h3>\n

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Add another image on top of the city streets layer, and use the Cutout\/Mask tool to remove its background as well. For this tutorial, we used a man wearing a helmet. Additionally, you can insert more images<\/a><\/span> for additional details like we did with the planets in the background.<\/p>\n

Similarly, Use Filters and Adjustments to match the color<\/a><\/span> tone and lighting of the subject\u2019s layer with the background.<\/p>\n

5. Add some shadows<\/h3>\n

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On a new layer, add some shadows behind the subject using the Draw tool on medium softness (we used 50 softness). Adjust the opacity according to the lighting so that it gives a more realistic feel to the edit. The purpose of this is to show that the subject naturally belongs to the background.<\/p>\n

6. Add some Grain for a final touch<\/h3>\n

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Once all the layers have been finalized, merge them together. Then add some Grain by clicking on Filter then selecting Details. The grainy effect will help to blend the layers together and hide small imperfections from the masking, making your overall edit look more clean and natural.<\/p>\n

And that\u2019s it! Congratulations on creating your very own dystopian surreal<\/a><\/span> artwork!<\/p>\n

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Get creative with Pixlr 2023’s AI-powered Image Generator, today!<\/span><\/a><\/h3>\n

Long gone are the days of having to search for specific elements and images on the Internet, and having to shift between multiple tabs while editing. Pixlr 2023\u2019s<\/a><\/span> AI Image Generation tool allows you to express your imagination and creativity seamlessly.<\/p>\n

Share your work with us on social media by tagging @Pixlr on\u00a0Facebook<\/a><\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0Instagram<\/a><\/span>\u00a0\u2013 we\u2019d love to see what you can create with\u00a0Pixlr<\/a><\/span>!<\/p>\n

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Dystopian surreal artwork is a type of art that creates a sense of unease and confusion in the viewer. It often features distorted, futuristic landscapes, and twisted, surreal imagery that is reminiscent of a world gone wrong. With the advent of AI image generators, creating dystopian surreal artwork has become more accessible than ever before. 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