David Octavius Hill Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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David Octavius Hill Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a David Octavius Hill style in Midjourney.
David Octavius Hill's calotype photograph depicting …

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How to Use This David Octavius Hill 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 David Octavius Hill Midjourney Prompt

David Octavius Hill, a pioneer of 19th-century photography, is renowned for his mastery of the calotype process. This artistic style is characterized by soft focus, rich sepia tones, and a dramatic use of light and shadow often compared to Old Master paintings. When used in a Midjourney prompt, it generates images with a profound historical and painterly quality. The results are evocative and soulful, perfect for creating timeless portraits or nostalgic scenes that feel captured by one of photography's earliest artists, adding vintage authenticity and emotional depth.

David Octavius Hill Prompt Ideas

  • A portrait of a young woman with an intricate lace collar, looking thoughtfully out a window, soft morning light, photography in the style of David Octavius Hill, calotype print, rich sepia tones, deep shadows --ar 2:3 --s 250
  • Two fishermen mending their nets on a stone pier, a small dog at their feet, overcast sky, 1840s Scotland, captured in the style of David Octavius Hill, early photographic process, grainy texture, atmospheric --ar 16:9
  • A still life of weathered books, a quill pen, and a single candle on a rustic wooden table, in the style of a David Octavius Hill calotype, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, soft focus, moody and contemplative --ar 4:3
  • An old stone chapel on a windswept hill, Greyfriars Kirkyard, Edinburgh, dramatic clouds, photography by David Octavius Hill and Robert Adamson, haunting atmosphere, sepia toning, vintage calotype aesthetic --ar 3:2

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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