Last updated on 17 Feb 2025

Build a 3D scene from shapes to generate an image.

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Create a 3D scene and combine it with a text prompt to generate images.

Get just the right angle for any composition or reference art with Scene to image (beta). Use shape-building technology from Project Neo (beta) to create 3D scenes, and then combine it with a text prompt to control the generated image variations that reference your own scene composition, camera angle, and depth.

A visual representation of the 3D scene created using Project Neo as a reference, and the generated image using Firefly Text to Image.
An example of a 3D scene created with Project Neo (beta) as a reference and an image generated using Firefly Text to image.

  1. On the Firefly homepage, go to the Image module and select Scene to image (beta).

    On the Scene to Image page, you'll see a side-by-side view with the Neo 3D canvas on the left and the generation window on the right. You can use the View 3D scene only option at the lower-right to switch to a single view of the Neo 3D canvas, allowing you to focus on the scene composition details with a larger view.

    The View 3D scene and generated image and  View 3D scene only switch is highlighted.
    Toggle between side-by-side and single views of the Neo 3D canvas to enhance your 3D object and scene with additional details.

  2. Begin composing a 3D scene using the preset shapes in the left panel. Select a shape and then the canvas to place it in a specific place. You can also select and drag the shapes from the panel out onto the canvas and then adjust the shape handles to get your desired size.

    Triangle shape is selected and the Neo canvas has the shape added.
    Select shape presets, place them on the Neo 3D canvas, and begin creating your 3D scene.

  3. Use the view controls to adjust the perspective of the 3D model. You can explore it from different angles and viewpoints by rotating, zooming in or out, and panning across the model.

    The view controls such as Pan, Zoom, and Orbit are available to choose from.
    3D object viewer controls such as Pan, Zoom, and Orbit allow navigation, detail inspection, and spatial understanding.

  4. Use the 3D shape controls to edit the shape.

    An overview of 3D shape controls to edit the shape.

    A. Edge beveling to smooth or soften the edges B. Depth control C. Rotation control D. Axis position control E. Manipulation of a model's position F. Scaling gizmo to scale a 3D model along the X, Y, or Z axes G. Rotation gizmo to rotate the model around the X, Y, or Z axes

  5. You can also use the Edit shape option to further edit the shape, such as adjusting the scaling along the specific axis or softening the edges of a shape.

  6. You can also select the shape and use the Properties   option to change the following:

    • Appearance: The material color of the 3D shape.
    • Transform: Size (Width, Height, and Depth), Position (X, Y, and Z axis), and Rotation (X, Y, and Z axis).
    • Combine: You can combine and blend shapes using blending techniques. To use other combining and blending techniques, use Project Neo (beta).
    In the Properties section, you can modify the appearance and position of the selected 3D object.
    Modify the appearance and position of the selected 3D object to enhance its visual appeal and achieve the desired placement.

  7. Once done adding 3D shapes to the scene, work on the lighting and shadows of the scene by switching to View 3D scene only mode and selecting the Environment icon.

    • Light Rotation: Adjust the angle and direction of the light to move the shadows and change how objects are lit in the 3D scene.
    • Light Height: Adjust the height of the light to control how high or low it is, changing how things are lit from above or below.
    • Shadow Distance: Define the furthest distance at which shadows will be displayed in the scene.
    • Floor height: Set the height at which the ground is set in a 3D space. Changing the height can affect the angle of the shadow on the floor.
    Utilize Environment and Floor shadow settings to enhance the lighting and shadows in your scene, creating a more realistic and visually appealing effect.
    Refine your scene by adjusting the lighting and shadows to give your scene a polished look.

  8. Once you are ready with the 3D scene, select the Adobe Firefl  icon on the right panel to expand image generation controls.  You can work with the following controls:

    • Content type: Select the Content type as Art for illustrative or Photo for realistic variations. You can also leave it as Auto, allowing Firefly to determine the most suitable content type for your text prompt.
    • Scene reference: Adjust the 3D shape strength slider to control how closely the generated image adheres to the 3D shapes in your scene. Use the Color strength slider to specify how much the generated image should stick to the colors in your 3D scene. A higher setting means the colors in the generated image will more closely match those in the scene.
    • Style reference: Select Upload image and browse for a reference image on your device. Use the Visual intensity slider to modify the intensity of the photo's visual attributes and the Strength slider to control the adherence to the reference image when generating the image variations. 
    • Style effects: Select from a variety of style effects, including different art movements and techniques, to influence your generated image variations.
    The Adobe Firefly icon on the right panel to expand image generation controls.
    Use image generation controls to customize the generated image variations and align them with your vision.

  9. Set the aspect ratio by selecting one of these options:

    • Landscape 4:3
    • Portrait 3:4
    • Square 1:1
    • Widescreen 16:9
    The aspect ratio dropdown menu is open and there are four different options to choose from.
    Select the aspect ratio for generated image variations to define the image dimensions.

  10. Enter a text prompt and select Generate to create image variations.

    The image is generated from the 3D scene and there are variations to select form to download.
    The image is generated from the 3D scene, with variations to select from to download.

    Tip:

    To generate another set of image variations from a different angle or perspective, use the Pan   and Orbit   controls, then select Generate.

    The image is generated from the 3D scene and there are variations to select form to download.
    A new set of regenerated image variations that aligns with the updated 3D scene.

  11. Hover over the generated image variations and use the Download option to save the generated image.

    A download option is available for you to save the selected image from the generated variations.
    Use the Download option to save the selected image from the generated variations.

  12. (Optional) Choose between the Parallel and Perspective Camera options to generate different ways of viewing and rendering the scene. If you choose Parallel, objects are the same size regardless of their distance from the camera. If you choose Perspective, objects appear smaller as they get further from the camera.

You can view all the image generations completed in the current browser session in the History strip. To activate this, select the icon next to the Generate button. 

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