How to Use Reference Images Effectively in DALL-E 3

DALL-E 3 handles reference images differently than Midjourney. It uses a more "interpretive" approach rather than a direct pixel match.

1. Describing the Reference

In DALL-E 3, you don't just upload a photo; you describe it in the context of the new prompt.
Strategy: "Based on a photo of a person with a sharp jawline and blue eyes, generate them as a medieval knight..."

2. Style Consistency

Strategy: "Maintain the exact color palette and soft lighting of the provided reference image while changing the subject to a futuristic robot."

3. Structural Anchoring

Use DALL-E's ability to follow complex layout instructions to ensure the reference subject is placed correctly in the scene.