A structured Image Generation prompt optimized for midjourney. Utilizes a 24mm optical perspective and Soft overcast diffused daylight through a large north-facing window to produce crisp, high-detail results without artificial smoothing.
Image Generation Prompt
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{ "prompt": "Use the uploaded reference image to preserve 100% of the facial features, identity, age, skin tone, and expression of the person. Do not alter facial structure or proportions. a Baroque candlelight portrait with an oil-painting and watercolor hybrid style. The face remains soft, realistic, and clearly recognizable from the reference, rendered with rich painterly brush strokes and subtle watercolor translucency. Hair follows the exact reference style, catching warm rim light from flickering candles. Clothing: classic dark-toned attire (velvet, brocade, or textured fabric) with painterly highlights and deep shadows. Background: dim antique interior with ornate drapery, aged walls, and multiple glowing candles creating pools of golden light. Dramatic chiaroscuro lighting with deep shadows, glowing highlights on skin, and subtle smoky atmosphere. Fine sketch lines visible beneath paint layers, textured canvas look, rich warm palette ({argument name=\"color palette\"" default=\""amber, dramatic chiaroscuro side-light, professional grade, sharp focus, high resolution, technically perfect, studio composition, publication-ready, expert framing, Slight low angle looking up to create visual presence, captured on 24mm wide-angle perspective lens, Soft overcast diffused daylight through a large north-facing window, natural surface physics, 8K ultra-detailed editorial photography --ar 9:16 --v 6.1 --style raw
Ready to paste directly into Midjourney, Flux, or DALL·E to create this image.
Prompt Variations
Tailored versions of this prompt fine-tuned for Midjourney, Flux, DALL·E 3, and alternative styles.
gemini --ar 9:16
{ "prompt": "Use the uploaded reference image to preserve 100% of the facial features, identity, age, skin tone, and expression of the person. Do not alter facial structure or proportions. Create a Baroque candlelight portrait with an oil-painting and watercolor hybrid style. The face remains soft, realistic, and clearly recognizable from the reference, rendered with rich painterly brush strokes and subtle watercolor translucency. Hair follows the exact reference style, catching warm rim light from flickering candles. Clothing: classic dark-toned attire (velvet, brocade, or textured fabric) with painterly highlights and deep shadows. Background: dim antique interior with ornate drapery, aged walls, and multiple glowing candles creating pools of golden light. Dramatic chiaroscuro lighting with deep shadows, glowing highlights on skin, and subtle smoky atmosphere. Fine sketch lines visible beneath paint layers, textured canvas look, rich warm palette ({argument name=\"color palette\"" default=\""amber, dramatic chiaroscuro side-light, professional grade, sharp focus, high resolution, technically perfect, studio composition, publication-ready, expert framing
midjourney --ar 9:16 --v 6.1 --style raw
{ "prompt": "Use the uploaded reference image to preserve 100% of the facial features, identity, age, skin tone, and expression of the person. Do not alter facial structure or proportions. Create a Baroque candlelight portrait with an oil-painting and watercolor hybrid style. The face remains soft, realistic, and clearly recognizable from the reference, rendered with rich painterly brush strokes and subtle watercolor translucency. Hair follows the exact reference style, catching warm rim light from flickering candles. Clothing: classic dark-toned attire (velvet, brocade, or textured fabric) with painterly highlights and deep shadows. Background: dim antique interior with ornate drapery, aged walls, and multiple glowing candles creating pools of golden light. Dramatic chiaroscuro lighting with deep shadows, glowing highlights on skin, and subtle smoky atmosphere. Fine sketch lines visible beneath paint layers, textured canvas look, rich warm palette ({argument name=\"color palette\"" default=\""amber, dramatic chiaroscuro side-light, professional grade, sharp focus, high resolution, technically perfect, studio composition, publication-ready, expert framing
{ "prompt": "Use the uploaded reference image to preserve 100% of the facial features, identity, age, skin tone, and expression of the person. Do not alter facial structure or proportions. Create a Baroque candlelight portrait with an oil-painting and watercolor hybrid style. The face remains soft, realistic, and clearly recognizable from the reference, rendered with rich painterly brush strokes and subtle watercolor translucency. Hair follows the exact reference style, catching warm rim light from flickering candles. Clothing: classic dark-toned attire (velvet, brocade, or textured fabric) with painterly highlights and deep shadows. Background: dim antique interior with ornate drapery, aged walls, and multiple glowing candles creating pools of golden light. Dramatic chiaroscuro lighting with deep shadows, glowing highlights on skin, and subtle smoky atmosphere. Fine sketch lines visible beneath paint layers, textured canvas look, rich warm palette ({argument name=\"color palette\"" default=\""amber, dramatic chiaroscuro side-light, professional grade, sharp focus, high resolution, technically perfect, studio composition, publication-ready, expert framing
chatgpt
{ "prompt": "Use the uploaded reference image to preserve 100% of the facial features, identity, age, skin tone, and expression of the person. Do not alter facial structure or proportions. Create a Baroque candlelight portrait with an oil-painting and watercolor hybrid style. The face remains soft, realistic, and clearly recognizable from the reference, rendered with rich painterly brush strokes and subtle watercolor translucency. Hair follows the exact reference style, catching warm rim light from flickering candles. Clothing: classic dark-toned attire (velvet, brocade, or textured fabric) with painterly highlights and deep shadows. Background: dim antique interior with ornate drapery, aged walls, and multiple glowing candles creating pools of golden light. Dramatic chiaroscuro lighting with deep shadows, glowing highlights on skin, and subtle smoky atmosphere. Fine sketch lines visible beneath paint layers, textured canvas look, rich warm palette ({argument name=\"color palette\"" default=\""amber, dramatic chiaroscuro side-light, professional grade, sharp focus, high resolution, technically perfect, studio composition, publication-ready, expert framing
Generation Specs & Guide
Style / Mood
professional
Recommended Model
Midjourney
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