Charles Burns Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Charles Burns Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Charles Burns style in Midjourney.
by Charles Burns

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How to Use This Charles Burns 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 Charles Burns Midjourney Prompt

Charles Burns is an American cartoonist celebrated for his meticulous, high-contrast inking and surreal, often unsettling narratives. His work merges classic comic aesthetics with body horror, featuring precise black lines and detailed hatching. In Midjourney, invoking the Charles Burns style in a prompt yields images with a distinct graphic novel quality, marked by dramatic shadows and an eerie, uncanny atmosphere. This approach is perfect for creating unsettling portraits, noir-inspired scenes, or surreal horror visuals that feel both vintage and profoundly disturbing.

Charles Burns Prompt Ideas

  • portrait of a 1950s detective looking into a cracked mirror, his reflection is distorted and monstrous, in the style of Charles Burns, high contrast, heavy inking, noir atmosphere --ar 2:3
  • a teenager staring at a television screen from which tentacles are emerging, suburban living room, unsettling vibe, comic panel, art by Charles Burns, limited color palette --style raw
  • an isolated gas station at night in the middle of a dense, dark forest, strange organic shapes growing on the trees, rendered in the style of Charles Burns, duotone yellow and black --ar 16:9
  • the physical manifestation of paranoia, a figure covered in eyes, standing in a crowded but empty street, bold black and white linework, style of Charles Burns, graphic illustration

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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