Dawoud Bey Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Dawoud Bey Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Dawoud Bey style in Midjourney.
by Dawoud Bey

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How to Use This Dawoud Bey 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 Dawoud Bey Midjourney Prompt

Dawoud Bey is a renowned American photographer celebrated for his large-format portraits that explore community, identity, and history. His work is characterized by its profound psychological depth, rich tonal quality, and the dignified presence of his subjects. In Midjourney, incorporating the Dawoud Bey `style` into your `prompt` yields powerful and intimate black-and-white or subtly colored portraits. This approach excels at creating images with soft, naturalistic lighting and a shallow depth of field that draws the viewer's focus directly to the subject's expression, capturing a sense of quiet contemplation and authentic humanity. It's an excellent `style` for creating character-focused, narrative-driven visuals.

Dawoud Bey Prompt Ideas

  • A large-format portrait of an elderly woman with expressive eyes, her face a map of life stories, looking directly into the camera, soft natural light from a window illuminates one side of her face, in the style of Dawoud Bey, black and white --ar 2:3 --s 250
  • A thoughtful young man standing on a city street corner in Harlem, shallow depth of field, the background slightly blurred, his expression is contemplative, photography in the style of Dawoud Bey, rich monochrome tones --ar 4:5
  • A diptych-style portrait of two teenage friends sitting side-by-side on a wooden porch, looking in different directions, a shared moment of quiet introspection, photographed in the style of Dawoud Bey, muted color palette, cinematic feel --ar 16:9
  • A pair of worn leather work boots resting on an old wooden floor, sunlight streaming through a dusty window, capturing the texture and history of the objects, still life in the style of Dawoud Bey, deep shadows and highlights, emotionally resonant --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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