Leonardo AI: Image-to-Image and Style Reference

Demo summary
Demonstrates using a reference image to guide the AI's output, including using 'Style Reference' to copy colors while keeping the original subject.
Step-by-step
- Select Image to Image to use an image as a complete reference for subject, lighting, and style
- Adjust the Strength level to determine how closely the result matches the reference
- Choose Style Reference to apply only the visual style and colors to a different subject
- Enter your prompt to define the subject when using Style Reference
Options
- Use Content Reference
- Use Character Reference
- Lower Strength values for more creative freedom
- Higher Strength values for closer adherence to the reference
Tips
- Use Style Reference if you want to take inspiration from colors without copying the original subject
All demos from “Leonardo AI - Tutorial for Beginners - How to Use [ FULL GUIDE 2026 ]”
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8:130:32Upscaling images with Universal UpscalerThe tutorial walks through using the Universal Upscaler to increase image resolution using the Legacy model.Leonardo AI· AI Image Upscaler
8:520:46Generating images with Flow StateDemonstrates the 'Flow State' tool where images are generated continuously as the user scrolls through the page.Leonardo AI· AI Image Generator
10:071:44AI Video generation and motion controlShows how to generate videos from text prompts using models like Motion 2.0 and adjust camera movement and lighting vibes.Leonardo AI· Text to Video
12:370:19Realtime GenerationDemonstrates Leonardo AI's real-time generation tool that updates the image instantly as the user types a prompt.Leonardo AI· Text to Image
12:561:02Live drawing with Realtime CanvasShows the Realtime Canvas tool where the AI generates a high-quality image based on the user's live brush strokes and text instructions.Leonardo AI· AI Image Generator- Watch “Leonardo AI - Tutorial for Beginners - How to Use [ FULL GUIDE 2026 ]” →
Image to Image
4:370:32Image-to-Image generation with Image GuidanceThe demo shows uploading a reference image and using the Image Guidance tool to control how closely the AI generation follows the source image's structure and style.Skills Factory
6:080:44Image-to-Image and Style ReferenceCurrentDemonstrates using a reference image to guide the AI's output, including using 'Style Reference' to copy colors while keeping the original subject.Skills Factory
30:5112:26Real-time drawing with Leonardo AI CanvasThe instructor uses the Realtime Canvas to draw simple shapes and sketches, showing how the AI instantly generates a cinematic human face and adds details like hair and glasses live.Skillademia
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