Black Mixture ComfyUI Quick Start Guide

Hey, Black Mixture Fam!

Here’s our exclusive Black Mixture ComfyUI guide, now with our latest Flux-based workflows! This guide will walk you through the entire setup, from installation to generation. Whether you’re just getting started or refining your skills, this breakdown has everything you need to get up and running.

Now, let’s jump in!

1. Install ComfyUI

First up, let's get ComfyUI set up so you’re ready to work with Flux.

• Download ComfyUI: ComfyUI GitHub or try our streamlined ComfyUI Installer.

• Extract the folder to a location of your choice.

Once everything’s installed, you’re good to go! Simply click run_nvidia_gpu.bat to launch ComfyUI. 🎉

2. Download Flux Base Models

Next we will need the Flux model. There are a few options depending on your hardware specs. These are in order of most intensive to least. Place the .safetensors file into the file path listed.

• Flux Base Models (includes VAE & CLIP):

  • Black Mixture Flux.1-dev: Download here 

  • Black Mixture Flux.1-schnell: Download here

  • File Path: 📂 ComfyUI_windows_portable\ComfyUI\models\diffusion_models

💡 Pro Tip: Flux models come optimized for both fast and detailed generation. Try Flux.1-dev for dynamic scenes or Flux.1-schnell for faster output.

3. Install Flux ControlNets and Upscalers

Next, let's bring in ControlNet and Upscaler models to give you more creative control options in your workflows. I HIGHLY recommend you use the ComfyUI Manager to download models. Listed below are direct links for manual installation.

• Flux ControlNets (Depth, Canny, and Union Pro):

  • Flux Depth ControlNet: Download here

  • Flux Canny ControlNet: Download here

  • File Path: 📂 ComfyUI_windows_portable\ComfyUI\models\xlabs\controlnets

  • ControlNet Union Pro (Multi-Function): Download here

• Upscale Models (for high-quality enhancement):

  • UltraSharp 4x: Download here

  • File Path: 📂 ComfyUI_windows_portable\ComfyUI\models\upscale_models

💡 Tip: Installing these models directly through the ComfyUI Manager is easy. Just search for them and click “Install”—done!

4. Load Flux Workflows in ComfyUI

Now for the exciting part—let’s load up the Black Mixture Flux workflows for creative AI generation!

• Choose Your Workflow:

  • V3 Ultimate Flux Workflow (for full-featured generation): Download on Patreon

  • Advanced Live Portrait Workflow (edit facial expressions + webcam control): Download here

  • Magic Upscale Workflow (for crisp, detailed creative upscaling): Download here

  • Simple Flux Workflow (beginner-friendly setup): Download here

• Load the Workflow by dragging and dropping it into your ComfyUI interface.

• If you see red nodes (missing nodes), simply use ComfyUI Manager to "Install missing Custom Nodes" and restart ComfyUI.

5. Final Setup & Troubleshooting

Before creating, do a quick check on all nodes to ensure everything’s connected.

• Double-check all “load” nodes (for Checkpoint, ControlNet Model, LoRAs).

• Troubleshooting Tip: If custom nodes are giving you issues, you can:

  • Go to "install missing custom nodes" in the ComfyUI Manager.

  • Manually delete and reinstall any problematic nodes if needed.

Thank You, Black Mixture Fam! 🎉

We couldn’t do this without your support on Patreon. Thanks for being part of our creative journey and helping us build something special! Dive in, explore, and let us know what you create. If you have questions or need help, drop a comment here or on the YouTube video, and we’ll jump in to help!

Happy creating, and remember—we’re just getting started. Let’s push the boundaries of AI art together!