Bruce Gilden Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Bruce Gilden Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Bruce Gilden style in Midjourney.
by Bruce Gilden

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How to Use This Bruce Gilden 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 Bruce Gilden Midjourney Prompt

Bruce Gilden is a renowned street photographer celebrated for his raw, confrontational, and unflinching close-up portraits. His signature style involves using a flash to capture candid, high-contrast, black and white images that reveal the unfiltered character of his subjects. In Midjourney, using this artist's name in a prompt generates striking, gritty, and intensely personal portraits. The AI emulates his direct approach, producing images with harsh lighting, deep shadows, and a powerful sense of immediacy. This style is perfect for creating compelling character studies and impactful street scenes that feel both authentic and dramatic.

Bruce Gilden Prompt Ideas

  • Street portrait of a grizzled old sailor with a weathered face and a pipe, in the style of Bruce Gilden, black and white, harsh flash photography, intense close-up --ar 2:3 --style raw
  • A chaotic scene at a bustling city market, captured with an off-camera flash, candid moment, in the style of Bruce Gilden, grainy black and white film --ar 3:2
  • An exhausted clown after a long day's work, sitting on a curb, makeup smudged, captured in an unflinching close-up portrait, style of Bruce Gilden, high contrast, dramatic lighting --v 6.0
  • A heated argument on a New York City street corner, expressive faces in an intense close-up, photography in the style of Bruce Gilden, wide-angle lens, flash-lit, black and white --ar 16:9

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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