Amy Sherald Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Amy Sherald Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Amy Sherald style in Midjourney.
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How to Use This Amy Sherald Midjourney Prompt

Step 1: Find Your Style

Step 1: Find Your Style

Browse our extensive styles list and find the perfect style reference for your project.

Step 2: Copy the Code

Step 2: Copy the Code

Click the "Copy" button to get the SREF code. It's as simple as --sref XXXXX.

Step 3: Create Your Prompt

Step 3: Create Your Prompt

Combine your prompt with the SREF code. Don't forget the aspect ratio! e.g., --ar 16:9

What is Amy Sherald Midjourney Prompt

Amy Sherald is a contemporary American painter renowned for her stylized portraits of Black Americans. Her distinctive style is characterized by rendering skin tones in grisaille (grayscale) while placing her subjects against vibrant, flat, monochromatic backgrounds. This creates a striking contrast that emphasizes clothing and presence. When used in a Midjourney prompt, this style produces powerful and elegant portraits with clean compositions and bold color blocking. It's a compelling style for creating character designs and contemporary figurative art that feels both monumental and quiet, capturing the unique aesthetic of Amy Sherald in Midjourney.

Amy Sherald Prompt Ideas

  • portrait of a woman in a yellow polka-dot turtleneck, seated in profile against a solid red background, style of Amy Sherald --ar 4:5
  • full-length portrait of a woman in a long orange skirt holding a basket of fruit, standing against a bright blue wall, minimalist composition, in the style of Amy Sherald --ar 2:3
  • a young man in oversized turquoise glasses and a bow tie, holding a black cat, against a flat aquamarine background, painted in the style of Amy Sherald --v 6.0
  • two children sitting on a simple park bench sharing an ice cream, dressed in colorful summer clothes, style of Amy Sherald, solid yellow background --style raw

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a Midjourney Style Reference (--sref)?

A Style Reference, or SREF, is a powerful feature that lets you use the aesthetic of a reference image to influence the style of your generations. Our library provides the direct SREF code for thousands of styles.

How do I understand and use the Aspect Ratio (--ar) parameter?

The --ar parameter controls the aspect ratio of your image. For example, --ar 16:9 creates a widescreen image. Our guide provides a full list of supported ratios.

Why is my SREF code not working?

Ensure you are using a compatible Midjourney version (v6 or newer) and check for typos. Sometimes, strong keywords in your prompt can override the style; try reducing the style weight (e.g., --sw 250).

Can I use this SREF code with a Character Reference (--cref)?

Yes, --sref and --cref can be used together. This is a powerful combination to maintain a consistent character while applying a consistent style.

Which versions support style reference?

Style Reference is compatible with Midjourney versions 6, 7, and Niji 6.

What is the default image size for Midjourney V7?

Midjourney V7 creates upscaled images at 2048 x 2048 pixels for the default 1:1 aspect ratio.

What is the default style weight and what range can I use?

The default style weight is --sw 100. You can set it between 0 and 1000.

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