Create with AI

To generate an image for print with ChatGPT like we do sometimes like above here at Merchlab, use ChatGPT Plus or Team/Enterprise to prompt DALL·E 3 for high-resolution, detailed visuals, specifying styles, colors, and compositions.

For best print results, request a 3:4 or 4:5 aspect ratio, utilize descriptive, high-contrast prompts, and use external AI upscalers to reach the required 300 DPI, ensuring high-quality, crisp prints for posters or apparel. 

1. Formulate a Detailed Prompt: Clearly describe the subject, style (e.g., watercolor, vintage, photorealistic), lighting, and colors. Specify composition requirements (e.g., "seamless pattern" or "centered portrait").
2. Generate and Refine: Use the prompt in ChatGPT (via the "Create image" tool or directly in chat). Review the results and request revisions (e.g., "make the colors warmer" or "add more detail to the background").
3. Specify Aspect Ratio: Ask for specific aspect ratios suitable for your print size, such as --ar 3:4 for posters or --ar 1:1 for square art.
4. Download and Upscale: Download the image and use an external AI upscaler like Topaz Gigapixel or Let's Enhance to increase the resolution to 300 DPI, ensuring it is at least 2400x3000 pixels for a 8x10 inch print.
5. Use Specialized Editing Tools: For complex designs, use the "Select" tool in ChatGPT to edit specific areas, such as changing backgrounds or adding text. 

• Apparel/Merchandise: Use prompt keywords like "vector style," "clean lines," or "transparent background" for easier printing, or use tools like Inkscape to convert the resulting PNG to an SVG file. 

Then what? 
Either email us your artwork to hello[at]merchlab.com.au or attach it to your order ;)