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Create image with AI in LessonUp

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Quickly generate a visual to support your lesson or explanation.

What does this AI tool do?

The Create Image AI tool allows you to generate a custom visual based on any topic or concept relevant to your lesson. You can use it for:

  • illustrating abstract ideas like photosynthesis or electricity flow

  • visualising historical scenes or scientific processes

  • enriching your lesson with tailor-made, rights-free images

Ideal for when you can’t find a suitable image online or simply want to save time.


How does it work?

1. Describe your topic or concept

Type a short and clear description of what you want to visualise. For example:

  • A medieval castle from above

  • The process of photosynthesis in plants

  • An electricity circuit in a house

  • The internal structure of a volcano

⚠️ Avoid using names of real people, companies, or brands. Use generic terms instead for the best results.


2. (Optional) Choose an image ratio

Pick the format that suits your use case:

  • 1:1 – square, ideal for quizzes or social media

  • 16:9 – widescreen, perfect for presentations

  • 9:16 – portrait, great for mobile use

  • 4:3 or 3:4 – classic slide formats


3. (Optional) Choose a style

Select the desired style of the image:

  • Photorealistic – looks like a real photo

  • Illustration – drawn or artistic feel

  • Sketch, Cartoon, Modern, or Cinematic – for different visual moods or age groups

🎨 Example: Use cartoon for younger pupils and photorealistic for science or geography topics.


4. (Optional) Add a detailed visual style

To refine the result, you can choose additional style characteristics such as:

  • Science fiction, Atmospheric, Architectural, Detailed, Close-up, Colourful, or Sunset

This helps you match the mood and purpose of the image to your lesson.


5. Click "Create Image"

The AI will generate a unique image based on your input. You can then download it or insert it directly into your lesson content.


Example

You enter: “The inside of a volcano, with lava and smoke”
And you select:

  • Ratio: 16:9

  • Style: Illustration

  • Detail: Colourful

The AI will create an image that’s ideal for a geography or science lesson.


When to use this AI tool

Useful for:

  • Explaining difficult or abstract concepts visually

  • Bringing themes to life (e.g. the Middle Ages, climate change)

  • Creating inspiration cards or activity prompts

  • Replacing generic stock images

🚫 Not suitable for:

  • Images of real people, logos or branded content

  • Highly technical or medical illustrations requiring accuracy


Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the image freely in my lessons?
Yes. The image is AI-generated and free to use within LessonUp.

Can I generate more than one image per topic?
Definitely. You can run the tool again with the same or adjusted description.

Is there a limit to how many images I can create?
Currently there is no limit, but this may change in the future.

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