* Melting only provides image creation tips and does not guarantee the quality of the resulting images.
Basic Creation
Try starting with the prompt below on Grok (free).
Simply swap out the elements in each field to customize your image. (Go to Grok >)
💡 [Character] 1boy, male focus, handsome delicate korean young man, sharp
jawline, visible adam's apple, kpop idol
[Options] long black hair covering eyes
[Outfit] Silk Brocade, Hanbok Warrior Costume
[Pose/Expression] chin on hand, sleepy melancholic gaze
[Background] Royal Palace Grounds
[Mood] warm desk lamp lighting, soft bokeh, muted pastel tones
[Style] korean manhwa aesthetic, highly stylized 2D illustration
If writing prompts feels tricky, try getting help from GPT or GEMINI to refine them.
Advanced Creation
1. Using AI Image Generation Services
Other creators use various AI tools that make it easy to achieve the mood and style you want.
We've noted whether each service is paid, free, or partially free.
Paid or Partially Paid Services
Nijijourney
NovelAI
PixAI (basic free + paid options)
Grok Image Generation (partially paid)
Free
Nano Banana
Choose based on the image quality and frequency of use you need.
2. Hand-Drawn Images
You can always upload your own drawings or illustrations.
Any original artwork is accepted regardless of format.
3. Images Without Characters
Images without people or characters—such as solid-color backgrounds, patterns, or landscapes—are also allowed.
These work great for conveying the mood of your character.
4. Using Commercially Licensed Images
Images labeled as "Commercial Use Allowed," like those on Unsplash, can be used on Melting.
To help you understand this better, here's a brief overview of CC Licenses (Creative Commons Licenses), one of the most widely used standards worldwide.
What Is a CC License?
A CC license is a set of usage rules where the image creator states, "You can freely use this image
under these conditions," based on a globally recognized standard. It is widely used on platforms such as
YouTube, Wikipedia, and Google Image Search, and is the most common reference for determining whether
an image can be used. In simple terms, it's an international agreement that helps distinguish which
images you can use and which you cannot.
CC0 (Public Domain) - Usable
Example: When it says, "Anyone can use this image however they like!"
The copyright holder has released the image for completely free use
No attribution required
The safest and simplest option
CC BY (Attribution) - Usable with Credit
Example: When it says, "You can use it, but please credit the creator."
Free to use as long as you credit the source (creator)
Commercial use is allowed
When using on Melting, you must include the source in the image upload field
CC BY-NC (Non-Commercial) - Not Usable
Example: When it says, "You may not use this for commercial purposes."