Official DALL-E Gallery: November 2024 (Smaller Things Edition)

Hey Community,

We’re kicking off a new DALL-E gallery theme for November: Things Made of Smaller Things! Imagine a building made of matchsticks, a figure crafted from butterflies, or any creative blend of smaller objects forming something larger.

Theme: Things Made of Smaller Things
Goal: Generate a unique image that combines smaller elements to create a larger form. The community will vote on their favorites!

Rules:

  • Original content using DALL-E only.
  • No editing allowed (1 prompt, 1 generation).
  • Use spoiler tags for edge cases.
  • Optional: include your prompt, but avoid sharing jail-breaking techniques.

Can’t wait to see what you create this month!

And a big thanks to @BPS_Software for last month’s thread!

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Prompt

A detailed digital artwork of a building constructed entirely from matchsticks, with intricate architectural details. The building appears tall and elegant, made of carefully aligned matchsticks that form walls, windows, and doors. The structure has a whimsical, handmade quality, with shadows highlighting the texture of each matchstick. The background is simple, emphasizing the creative construction. Perfect for showcasing the theme of creating large things from smaller objects.

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Prompt “ A single human brain built from many types computers laptops desktops mobile devices dripping green code on a black background Wide image”

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Prompt “ Mosaic of electronic minds each in a single tile narrow image”


It’s a stretch to say built of small things but, in a way? :honeybee::rabbit::heart:

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It is lovely @_j … mind blowing :honeybee::rabbit::heart:

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Prompt-1

A miniature diorama titled ‘Tiny Explorer on a Cosmic Book,’ depicting a small explorer figure standing on an open book with pages that transform into a universe filled with planets, stars, and cosmic swirls. The book is painted with swirling galaxies, using metallic paints and glitter for celestial highlights. Small beads and marbles form planets, suspended around the scene on thin wires to create a floating solar system effect. The explorer figure, sculpted from clay, is posed as though stepping into the cosmic scene, emphasizing the sense of adventure and wonder. Widescreen.



Prompt-2

A miniature diorama titled ‘Celestial Clocktower,’ featuring a tiny clocktower in the middle of a vast, starry expanse. The clocktower is constructed from matchsticks and small wood pieces, with a detailed clock face and tiny gears surrounding the base. A small human figure stands next to the clocktower, emphasizing the theme of humanity’s relationship with time and space. The surrounding landscape is rocky and textured, painted in earthy tones. Stars, made from beads and sequins, are suspended on thin wires around the tower, creating a spiral galaxy effect. The backdrop is a dark, swirling sky painted with metallic accents, highlighting the clockwork of the universe. Widescreen.



Prompt-3

A miniature diorama titled ‘The Wanderer and the Cosmic Ocean,’ featuring a tiny human figure standing on a sandy shore, looking out at an endless ocean of stars. The shore is made of fine sand, with small pebbles and driftwood adding realism. The cosmic ocean is depicted with dark blue, swirling waves filled with glitter and tiny star shapes, reflecting the night sky. The horizon blends seamlessly into a misty, star-filled sky, with subtle layers of translucent paint and wispy cotton clouds creating depth. The scene captures the feeling of contemplation and awe at the universe. Widescreen.



Prompt-4

An image symbolizing how small a human is as an object in the universe. A surreal flat desert landscape with smooth stretching whole image. At the center, there is a large, intricately sculpted magnifying glass made entirely out of sand. The lens is a smooth, flat sandy surface, and a small sand figure of a human stands in it. Surrounding the magnifying glass are detailed and artistic carvings in the sand, depicting cosmic elements like swirling galaxies, a black hole, planets, and stars. There are also sculpted spheres, a celestial globe, and abstract flowing patterns that resemble the mysteries of the universe, all seamlessly integrated into the sandy environment. The overall scene creates a harmonious blend of cosmic imagery and desert elements, evoking a sense of wonder and exploration. Widescreen.


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Highly detailed photo illustration of a small house made entirely out of six paperback books. Each book forms a distinct part of the structure, such as walls, roof, and base, with clearly visible spines and covers. The arrangement creates a whimsical miniature house with carefully stacked books to resemble architectural elements. Soft lighting brings out the colors and textures of the books, giving the structure a charming and imaginative look.

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If my macros don’t fit within the rules images are still great.

I will attempt to craft the best images in the smallest macro prompt ^^

Best So Far

Image(Widescreen, RandomScene(), MadeOutOf(OneRandomItem()))

A wide-angle surreal landscape composed entirely of a single unexpected item, such as rubber bands, coins, or autumn leaves. The scene should convey a realistic yet fantastical ambiance, with the chosen material forming natural elements like mountains, fields, or bodies of water. Emphasize texture and detail with natural light and shadows.

Image(Widescreen, RandomScene(), MadeOutOf(OneSmallItem()))

A widescreen surreal landscape constructed entirely from countless tiny feathers. The scene could resemble a vast field or undulating hills, with each slope and texture created by carefully arranged feathers of various sizes and shades, predominantly whites, creams, and soft grays. Soft light illuminates the delicate feathers, casting gentle shadows and highlighting the intricate textures of each one. The overall atmosphere is airy and ethereal, with the feathers adding a light, almost floating quality to the landscape.

Image(Widescreen, RandomScene(), MadeOutOf(OneRandomItem()))

A random scenic wide-angle landscape made entirely from one unexpected item, such as pencils, leaves, or marbles. The scene should have a surreal feel, with the texture and form of the landscape showcasing the single chosen item as the main material. Include natural lighting with realistic shadows and highlights to emphasize the unique texture.

A wide-angle scenic landscape composed entirely of one unexpected material, such as buttons, feathers, or books. The surreal scene should use natural light and shadows to highlight the unique texture and details of the chosen item that forms the landscape, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.

A wide-angle, surreal landscape scene entirely created from a single unexpected item, such as seashells, paper clips, or yarn. The scene should look realistic yet dreamlike, with the texture and layout of the item forming natural elements like hills, trees, or rivers. Use natural lighting to highlight details and shadows for depth.

Botched but conceptually cool

Image(Widescreen, Scene(Years), MadeOutOf(Seconds([Item])))

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I tried but it looks like just heap of garbage lol

A high-rise building constructed entirely from soda cans of various shapes, sizes, and colors. The building towers into the sky, with vibrant reds, blues, greens, and metallic shades reflecting light. Each can is carefully stacked to form walls, windows, and architectural details, creating a colorful, mosaic-like appearance. The background features a clear sky with a few clouds, emphasizing the uniqueness of this can-constructed skyscraper.

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From my Planet Earth collection:

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Create a highly detailed image of a large clock, composed entirely of tiny intricate objects, such as gears, miniature structures, mechanical parts, and small devices. The clock should be incredibly detailed, with a surreal, high-definition quality, showcasing sharp textures and fine details in every component. The clock is placed in a room with dramatic lighting that adds depth and emphasizes the composition, creating a sense of mystery and fascination in the setting.

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Zooming In

Top Layer

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Prompt-1

A miniature sculpture of the ‘Three Wise Monkeys’ created from organic materials. Each monkey’s body is made from small, rustic pine cones, and their heads are acorns with the caps resembling monkey hair. Twigs form their arms and legs: one monkey covers its eyes (‘See No Evil’), the second covers its ears (‘Hear No Evil’), and the third covers its mouth (‘Speak No Evil’). The monkeys are seated on a round wood slice base, surrounded by moss, small pebbles, and leaves, evoking a natural, forest-like setting. The lighting is soft and warm, emphasizing the textures of the pine cones, twigs, and acorns in a cozy, rustic atmosphere. Each monkey clearly performs a different gesture: one with eyes covered, one with ears covered, and one with mouth covered.


Prompt-2

Create a miniature bonsai tree made entirely from twisted copper wire. The tree has a thick, twisted trunk with delicate wire branches spreading out gracefully, each adorned with intricate wire leaves. The metallic copper wire glistens under the light, and the base of the tree is anchored by a polished stone for added contrast. The overall structure showcases the elegant curves and natural beauty of a traditional bonsai tree.


Prompt-3

Create a small, highly detailed skull made entirely from clear sugar crystals, resembling a crystal skull. The skull’s surface is covered in sparkling crystalline structures, with empty eye sockets and defined teeth. Light reflects off the sugar, making the skull glisten and giving it an ethereal, otherworldly appearance. The overall look is both beautiful and haunting, with the sugar crystals adding a magical shimmer.


Prompt-4

Create a miniature butterfly made from colorful buttons arranged to form symmetrical wings. The butterfly’s body is crafted from a small wooden piece, with thin wire forming the antennae. The button wings are vibrant and eye-catching, with a touch of glitter for added sparkle. The butterfly is attached to a thin wire stem, making it appear as though it’s hovering above a small garden scene.

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Nightmare … build a hobbit from tiny hobbits… :flushed:

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Yeah, it’s turning out harder to get something really detailed when you’re dealing with multiple items… I might play some more this weekend…

Love all the submissions so far! Some really creative thinking!

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Downtown, Photo Mosaic

Not an ideal .. match

i also did some mashing up. combining prompt structure from @phyde1001 with image themes from @supershaneski and @mitchell_d00 to come up with

Pop Life

Still has a bit of the nightmare fuel

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A LOVE STORY

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An elegant, brass-handled magnifying glass resting on an old, detailed map spread across a wooden table. The words “I LOVE YOU” are written in golden ink on a small piece of parchment, magnified through the lens. Scattered around the scene are an antique compass, dried flower petals, and handwritten notes, creating an atmosphere of romance and adventure.


Prompt-2

A miniature scene depicting a sweet, accidental encounter between a young man and a young woman at a university. The young woman, wearing pants, has dropped her books, which are scattered on the ground, and the young man is on his knees, helping her collect them. Their eyes meet, capturing a moment filled with shy excitement, hinting at the start of a first love. The scene includes small details like notebooks, a university backpack, and a few fallen autumn leaves. The background subtly features miniature elements of a university campus, with buildings and pathways creating a romantic and serendipitous atmosphere.


Prompt-3

A beautifully aged, open vintage book with detailed textures of old paper, placed on a wooden surface. The text ‘I LOVE YOU’ is written elegantly in a golden, classic font across the pages. Soft ambient light highlights the texture of the paper. Scattered rose petals and an old quill pen rest around the book, adding a touch of vintage charm. The overall atmosphere is warm and romantic, perfect for a literary and classic feel.


Prompt-4

A miniature scene featuring a large, ornate heart made of deep red metal, with a keyhole in the center shaped like a lock. A tiny, detailed figure of a man stands close to the heart, inserting an antique-looking key into the keyhole. The scene captures the moment of penetration, emphasizing the man’s focus and gentle action. The setting is on a rustic wooden surface, surrounded by scattered rose petals, with a soft golden light creating a sense of romance and mystery. The heart’s surface is slightly worn, with intricate, embossed designs that evoke a vintage and timeless feeling.


Prompt-5

A miniature scene depicting a young man sleeping peacefully, with a dream-like vision above him showing a romantic wedding ceremony. In the dream, he is gently placing a wedding ring on the finger of a beautiful young woman, both of them dressed in elegant wedding attire. The dream scene has a soft, ethereal glow, with delicate details like flower petals floating around, a small arch decorated with tiny roses, and warm golden light illuminating the moment. The sleeping man on the bed is surrounded by small items, like a book and a cup, emphasizing the tender transition from reality to dream in a miniature, enchanting style.


Prompt-6

A miniature scene depicting a girl sleeping peacefully in a hospital bed, surrounded by medical equipment like a small IV drip and softly glowing monitors. The hospital room has a gentle, sterile ambiance, with curtains slightly drawn and light filtering in. Next to her bed, a young man is on his knees, crying silently, his head bowed in sorrow and his hands clasped together. The scene captures the emotional intensity of the moment, with delicate details such as a small bouquet of flowers on the bedside table and a soft blanket covering the girl, emphasizing love, worry, and hope in a miniature, poignant style.


Prompt-7

A miniature scene featuring a giant, heart-shaped hourglass with most of the sand already collected in the lower chamber, while a small heart remains in the upper chamber, almost ready to fall. The hourglass has a polished, slightly worn surface with intricate detailing around the edges. A young man leans his head against the side of the hourglass, crying silently, his posture filled with desperation and sorrow. The sand glows faintly as it flows, symbolizing the passage of time and fleeting moments. The setting is surrounded by scattered rose petals and a soft, golden light, evoking feelings of love, loss, and the relentless nature of time in a beautifully crafted miniature style.


Prompt-8

A miniature scene featuring a single grave with a heart-shaped gravestone made of deep red stone. The gravestone has carved words ‘I LOVE YOU’ in an elegant, weathered script, emphasizing the theme of eternal love. A tiny, detailed figure of a man lies on the ground, hugging the base of the heart-shaped gravestone, his posture filled with deep sorrow and longing. The setting is surrounded by scattered dried leaves, small wildflowers, and a soft, diffused light, creating a melancholic yet tender atmosphere. The scene evokes feelings of love, loss, and remembrance, captured in a detailed and emotional miniature style.


Prompt-9

A stack of aged letters tied together with twine, resting on a rustic wooden table. The top letter is sealed with a vibrant red wax seal and has the words “I LOVE YOU” written on the envelope in elegant, golden script. Dried flowers, vintage stamps, and scattered rose petals surround the letters, lit by warm, soft light.


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