Create Consistent Characters Using DALLE 3 (New GPT's?)

Introduction

Creating consistent characters for products like children's storybooks can be a daunting task. However, with the recent launch of the GPT Store by OpenAI, there's now a valuable resource for finding GPTs to help in creating these characters in a matter of seconds. This article demonstrates how you can use a specific GPT called "Consistent Character GPT" to develop characters not only for children's books but also for faceless YouTube channels or talking avatars.

Getting Started with ChatGPT

To harness the power of this tool, you'll need to access ChatGPT-4, which requires a subscription to the Pro Plan or above. If you're using the free version, you won't have access to this feature.

1. Accessing the GPT Store: Navigate to the left sidebar and click on "Explore GPTs." This opens up the GPT Store, where you can browse various GPTs based on activities.

2. Finding the Right GPT: Use the search bar to type in "Consistent Character GPT." Clicking on this option will take you to a new page designed specifically for creating character designs.

Creating Your Character

Once you're on the character creation page:

1. Character Type: Start by indicating whether you want to create a male or female character. For this tutorial, we’ll create a male character named Sam.

2. Character Details: You'll provide detailed descriptions about Sam—his age, country, outfit, and other physical features. For instance:

   • Age: 12
   • Ethnicity: African-American
   • Appearance: Nicely cut hair, yellow hooded jumper with a mic graphic, black skinny jeans, white glasses, brown eyes, black Nike trainers

3. Choosing the Image Type: The GPT will then ask what kind of image you wish to create, such as photography, pixel art animation, flat illustration, or anime. For this example, we'll go with pixel animation.

4. Varying Expressions and Actions: You can input different expressions and actions for Sam to maintain consistency in his character while showcasing different scenarios.

Generating Images

The process lets you generate several images that reflect different actions or emotional states for Sam:

1. Example Actions:
   • Happy and walking forward (Daytime)
   • Riding on a skateboard with hands in the air
   • Laughing and waving his hands during the day
   • Surprised expression with hands on head

While generating images, there may be slight variations (like footwear or graphic details), but the character remains recognizable and consistent.

Finalizing the Character

After generating various images, you'll want to refine and enhance the final outcomes:

1. Upscaling Images: Download the images and upscale them to improve quality, ensuring they maintain clarity when zoomed in.

2. Creating Backgrounds: If you prefer to create your own backgrounds rather than using AI-generated ones, you can do so using tools like Canva.

Utilizing Canva

To develop your storybook or any other project:

1. Upload Images: Import your upscaled images into Canva.
2. Edit Backgrounds: Change backgrounds, using the 'Remove Background' feature to isolate your character.
3. Arrange and Download: Adjust placements, download as PDF (for books) or PNG (for other uses) to maintain quality.

Conclusion

With these tools, you can create engaging characters that breathe life into your storybooks and projects. Consistency is crucial in character design, and generative AI offers a creative solution to bring your characters to life.

Keywords

• Consistent Characters
• GPT Store
• ChatGPT
• DALLE 3
• Character Design
• Children's Storybook
• Pixel Animation
• Canva
• Background Creation
• Image Upscaling

FAQ

Q1: What is the Consistent Character GPT?

• A: It is a tool by OpenAI designed to help users create consistent character designs quickly and easily.

Q2: Do I need a subscription to use ChatGPT-4?

• A: Yes, you need to have a Pro Plan subscription to access ChatGPT-4 and the Consistent Character GPT.

Q3: Can I use these characters beyond children's storybooks?

• A: Yes, you can use them for various projects, including faceless YouTube channels and talking avatars.

Q4: How do I improve the quality of the images generated?

• A: You can download the images and use an upscaling tool to enhance their quality before incorporating them into your projects.

Q5: What else can I do with Canva apart from image editing?

• A: Users can create storybooks, design graphics, and add custom backgrounds to their images.