Placeholder art for web prototypes

Notes kept on git.kristacomputers.com about using Raphael AI, a free AI image generator that runs in the browser.

Lorem-ipsum images make prototypes feel fake. I generate context-appropriate placeholders with Raphael AI:

Tips

1. Mark placeholders clearly in the design file so they are replaced before launch.
2. Keep a small library for future prototypes.
3. Match the placeholder to the real content type (food app, travel app, SaaS dashboard).
4. Generate at the exact aspect ratio of each component.
5. Name files by component (hero-1.webp, card-3.webp) to swap later.

Why Raphael AI

• Free to use, with no install: open https://raphael.app and type a prompt.
• Fast iterations make it practical to try several compositions.
• Works for drafts, mock-ups and reference images; finish important assets with human review.

Responsible use

Check generated images for errors before publishing, do not imitate real people without consent, and label AI-generated images where your audience expects it.

Website: https://raphael.app