Jacques-Louis David Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Jacques-Louis David Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Jacques-Louis David style in Midjourney.
Jacques-Louis David's painting depicting …

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How to Use This Jacques-Louis David 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 Jacques-Louis David Midjourney Prompt

Jacques-Louis David was a prominent French painter and a leading figure of the Neoclassical movement. His art is celebrated for its classical austerity, historical subject matter, and dramatic intensity. This style is characterized by sharp focus, severe compositions, and dramatic lighting that models figures with sculptural clarity. When you use a Midjourney prompt invoking the Jacques-Louis David style, the AI generates images with a powerful sense of historical gravity and painterly realism. It is ideal for creating heroic portraits, epic mythological scenes, and compositions filled with noble, theatrical gravitas.

Jacques-Louis David Prompt Ideas

  • portrait of a female CEO in a modern office, looking resolutely towards the future, painting in the style of Jacques-Louis David, dramatic lighting, rich color palette, classical composition --ar 2:3 --style raw
  • an epic scene of robots forging a new world amidst ruins, heroic poses and intense expressions, in the Neoclassical style of Jacques-Louis David, chiaroscuro lighting, grand scale --ar 16:9
  • a modern reinterpretation of the myth of Narcissus, gazing at his reflection in a smartphone screen, painting by Jacques-Louis David, somber and contemplative mood, sharp focus, detailed --ar 3:4
  • still life of a gaming console and headset on a marble pedestal, in the style of Jacques-Louis David, dramatic single-source lighting, deep shadows, rich textures, oil on canvas feel --ar 4:3

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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