Quote from Bomber on February 1, 2025, 8:07 pm

When describing my art style in a prompt, I try to be as specific as possible to capture the exact vibe I’m going for. Here’s how I usually break it down:

1. Style: I start with the overall artistic style, like realistic, semi-realistic, impressionistic, surreal, or minimalist. For example, "a semi-realistic portrait with soft brushstrokes."
2. Mood/Theme: I include the emotional tone or theme, such as dreamy, dark, whimsical, or melancholic. For instance, "a dreamy, ethereal landscape with a sense of mystery."
3. Lighting: I describe the lighting to set the atmosphere, like soft natural light, dramatic shadows, or golden hour glow. Example: "soft natural light casting gentle shadows."
4. Color Palette: I specify the colors I want to dominate the piece, such as warm tones, monochrome, pastel hues, or vibrant contrasts. For example, "a muted pastel palette with pops of gold."
5. Details/Textures: I mention the level of detail or specific textures, like hyper-detailed skin pores, rough brushstrokes, or smooth gradients. Example: "intricate details in the clothing and subtle skin textures."
6. Composition: If I have a specific layout in mind, I’ll describe it, like close-up portrait, wide-angle landscape, or symmetrical design. Example: "a close-up portrait with a blurred background."

Putting it all together, a prompt might look like:
"A semi-realistic portrait of a woman with flowing hair, rendered in soft natural light and a warm, earthy color palette. The mood should be serene and introspective, with intricate details in the hair and subtle skin textures. Background blurred to focus on the subject."

How do you usually describe your art style in prompts? Do you have a favorite combination of elements? 😊