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Draw Nodes

Draw Nodes allow you to create custom sketches, diagrams, or rough scribbles directly on the infinite canvas. These drawings can serve as a powerful form of visual guidance (ControlNet) for your AI generations, allowing you to dictate composition, pose, or layout more precisely than text alone.

Draw Node on Canvas

Functionality

A Draw Node behaves like a self-contained paint canvas. You can draw anything you want, and the result is treated as an image asset within the Dal Nulla ecosystem.

Key Features

  • In-Place Editing: Double-click the node to open a full-screen drawing editor.
  • Visual Reference: Connect your drawing to a Reference Image or Scene Node to influence the generation structure.
  • Rapid Prototyping: Quickly sketch a layout (e.g., “character here, mountain there”) and let the AI fill in the details.

How to Use

  1. Create: Right-click on the canvas background and select Draw Node from the context menu (or drag from the “Add Node” FAB).

  2. Edit: Double-click the node to enter Edit Mode.

    Draw Node Editor Interface
    • Use the floating toolbar at the bottom to change Brush Size, Color, or Background Color.
    • Use Undo (Cmd+Z) and Redo (Cmd+Shift+Z) to correct mistakes.

  3. Save: Your drawing is automatically saved when you close the editor or finish a stroke.

  4. Connect: Drag a connection from the right handle of the Draw Node to the left handle (Input) of a Scene or Reference Node.

Integration with Generation

When a Draw Node is connected as a reference:

  • Structure Guidance: The AI will attempt to follow the lines and shapes of your drawing. Use simple block colors or outlines for best results.
  • Composition: If you draw a horizon line or a specific object placement, the AI is more likely to respect that spatial arrangement compared to a text-only prompt.