Generative AI is evolving fast - and Lucid Origin from Leonardo.AI is here to raise the standard. With great diversity, more dynamic range, and trained for Full HD renders, Lucid Origin sets a new benchmark for aesthetic fidelity. Built to impress, it breaks through many common limitations of AI image generation and is designed to deliver beautiful, authentic, and reliable visuals. Read on to find out what makes Lucid Origin it so special, how to use it, and top tips for getting the best outputs.
About Lucid Origin
Developed by a team of researchers with backgrounds in both machine learning and the visual arts, the model blends technical rigor with human judgment and taste to consistently produce images that are aesthetically refined, diverse, and versatile.
Lucid Origin is the go-to model for creators seeking power and precision, thanks to:
Increased Vibrancy: Lucid Origin delivers imagery saturated with color, striking visual depth, and a sense of energy that feels truly alive. Every frame is bold, expressive, and stands out.
Increased Diversity: Unlock a wider spectrum of creative possibilities. Generate characters, cultures, and perspectives with authenticity and inclusivity to tell richer stories.
High Definition: Experience stunning Full HD native output, with crystal-clear details - perfect for professional-grade content.
Styles & Aesthetics: Whether you want hyper-realism, hand-drawn charm, or anything in between, Lucid Origin achieves styles to fit any mood, genre, or creative vision.
Text Rendering & Graphic Design: Clean text, sharp layouts, and polished graphic design elements come naturally. Ideal for branded content, promos, and visually driven storytelling.
Prompt Adherent: What you ask for is what you get. Lucid Origin responds precisely to your prompts, delivering intentional and reliable results with minimal guesswork.
How to use Lucid Origin
1. Navigate to the AI Creation page. Lucid Origin is the default image generation model. If this is not the case, click on the Model / Preset button and select it.
2. Enter your prompt and select your preferred Generation Mode and Image Dimensions in the left sidebar.
3. Click Generate.
4. Optional: If you generated with Fast mode, upscale your favourite image from HD to 4K in a click.
5. Optional: Click the Video tab, and use your favourite Lucid Origin image as a start frame, and bring your image to life in video. Lucid Origin frames are designed to be video-ready!
Top Tips for using Lucid Origin:
You don’t need to be a prompt engineer to achieve beautiful results. Short, simple prompts still sing, but adding aesthetic cues = magic. Incorporate these directives into your prompt if you want to achieve…
Photorealism: Lean into lighting, lens, mood - Lucid Origin understands cinematic language
Design/Text: Use clear typographic directives (“bold sans serif headline, centered, minimal palette”).
Illustration: Describe medium (gouache, cel-shaded, vector), colour schemes, composition cues
Video start frames: Include motion/scene continuity hints (“medium shot, character facing left, continuous lighting”)
FAQ
What's the difference between Lucid Origin and Lucid Realism?
What's the difference between Lucid Origin and Lucid Realism?
Lucid Origin and Lucid Realism share some similarities, but there are key differences worth noting.
Lucid Realism is purpose-built for cinematic image to video input, designed to evoke emotion, movement and atmosphere. It excels at natural lighting, subtle expressions, ideal for building mood and tone.
Lucid Origin on the other hand is our most adaptable and prompt-responsive model to date. It’s more vibrant, creates more diverse characters, renders text with accuracy, and supports a wide array of visual styles an aesthetics in full HD.
Can I still use Lucid Realism?
Can I still use Lucid Realism?
Yes, Lucid Realism is still available as an image generation model. To use it, simply select it from the Models & Presets menu.
How do I get access to Lucid Origin?
How do I get access to Lucid Origin?
Lucid Origin can be accessed by creating a Leonardo.Ai account.
How much does it cost to generate with Lucid Origin?
How much does it cost to generate with Lucid Origin?
Lucid Origin generations vary depending on the quality of generation (fast or ultra), image size and image dimensions.
Can I use Lucid Origin generations in commercial projects?
Can I use Lucid Origin generations in commercial projects?
Per our Terms of Service, you can indeed use your images for commercial purposes, however, there are some caveats. Please refer to our Commercial Usage guide for more information.