Train Your AI Puppy to Paint

Train Your Puppy to Paint: How I Use ChatGPT Prompts to Create Accurate Images

As an artist, I’ve always relied on brushes, pens, or digital tools to bring my visions to life. But in the last year, something new has reshaped how I create: writing prompts. With ChatGPT, my words have become brushstrokes, and the canvas is unlimited.

This post is part of my AI Puppy series, where I show you how I “train” my AI to fetch what I imagine. Today, we’re going to explore how I use ChatGPT to generate images, why it’s fun, why it’s useful, and how you can try it for yourself.

Why I Create My Own AI Images

I’ve created thousands of images since I started experimenting with ChatGPT’s image tools. Some are simple recipe mockups. Others are detailed visual prompts for YouTube videos or blog illustrations.

Why so many? Because every image is a chance to practice describing what I see in my head. The better I describe it, the closer the image comes out to my vision. And over time, I’ve gotten sharper at noticing the little things, such as lighting, texture, emotion, perspective, and other things that make an image feel real.

For me, ChatGPT isn’t just a tool—it’s my main image studio. It helps me achieve accuracy in what I imagine, and I can iterate until I get exactly what I want.

The Joy of Prompt Crafting

Prompt writing is its own art form. Here’s the structure I often use when training my “puppy” to paint:

• Subject – Who or what is in the image.
• Scene – Where they are, what’s around them.
• Framing / Lens – Wide shot, close-up, overhead, portrait, cinematic.
• Lighting – Natural, golden hour, moody, soft, dramatic.
• Color / Mood – Warm, earthy, vibrant, pastel.
• Detail constraints – Clean vector, ultra-realistic, minimal, textured.
• Negatives – What I don’t want (e.g., no text, no extra props).

Example:
“Ultra-clean infographic style, split screen: lion jaws, human smile showing mixed teeth, cow molars, chimp with fruit. Neutral background, crisp labels, soft natural lighting, 16:9.”

The first draft may not be perfect, but with each tweak, the image gets closer to my mind’s eye.

Gallery: How My Prompts Became Pictures

Here are a few examples from my own AI Puppy training sessions—where practice with prompts turned into visuals I could actually use in my blog, books, or videos.

1. Recipe Realism

Prompt:
“Realistic 9:16 image of a walnut banana recovery shake in a clear glass, creamy texture with visible banana slices and walnut garnish on top, soft morning light, blurred kitchen counter background, no text.”

Result:
A clean, realistic shake image I used in my recipe series. It took a few prompt tweaks to get the garnish and lighting right—but now it’s exactly the kind of image I’d shoot in my own kitchen.

2. Educational Infographic Style

Prompt:
“Ultra-clean infographic style, split screen: lion jaws, human smile showing mixed teeth, cow molars, chimp with fruit. Neutral background, crisp labels, soft natural lighting, 16:9.”

Result:
A visual that became part of my “Evolution of Diet” video project. By stacking descriptions—subject, style, lighting, layout—I created a teaching tool that feels both scientific and approachable.

3. Seasonal Mood Piece

Prompt:
“Cozy autumn kitchen scene, steaming mug of pumpkin spice tea on the counter, cinnamon sticks nearby, pumpkin in the background, warm golden light, rustic wood textures.”

Result:
The final image feels like a snapshot of fall. This one became part of my October social posts and tied directly into my seasonal recipe ebook.

Why I Share These Examples

Every image above started with a few words—but the magic happened when I learned to describe what I wanted with precision. This is the real value of working with ChatGPT: it sharpens not just your creations, but your ability to see and explain your vision.

From Still Images to Storytelling

I don’t stop at images. Many of these creations flow into my larger storytelling chain:

• Blog graphics that illustrate my posts
• Instagram reels and story slides
• Recipe mockups for my eBooks
• Storyboards for YouTube videos
• Full AI-generated video clips with other tools

Images aren’t just static art—they’re building blocks for bigger stories.

Why This Matters for Creators

Creating images with ChatGPT isn’t about replacing your creativity. Creating images with ChatGPT is about expanding it. I'm not the best photographer—that's not my strength. But I do know how to create, draw, paint, and pull together unique, and creative concepts. Think of it this way,

• You sharpen your descriptive skills.
• You learn to translate vision into words and words into visuals.
• You gain a fast, fun way to experiment without fear of wasting materials.
• You create assets you can actually use across your brand.

For me, it’s also deeply motivating. Every time my AI Puppy gets closer to fetching exactly what I pictured, I feel that spark of creative joy.

Try It Yourself

If you’ve never tried image creation with ChatGPT, I encourage you to give it a go. Start with a simple prompt like:
“A cozy autumn kitchen scene, steaming mug of tea on the counter, pumpkin pie in the background, warm golden light.”

Then iterate. Change the angle. Adjust the lighting. Add details. Watch how your “puppy” learns with you.

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This resource is for educational and lifestyle inspiration only. While I share how I personally use tools like ChatGPT, I am not a certified tech expert. Use AI at your own pace and comfort level, and consult a professional for technical advice as needed.

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