Julian Schnabel Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Julian Schnabel Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Julian Schnabel style in Midjourney.
by Julian Schnabel

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How to Use This Julian Schnabel 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 Julian Schnabel Midjourney Prompt

Julian Schnabel is a towering figure of Neo-Expressionism, renowned for his monumental 'plate paintings' made with broken ceramic shards. His art is raw, emotional, and deeply physical, often combining figurative subjects with powerful abstract gestures on unconventional canvases like velvet or tarpaulin. This distinctive style translates into Midjourney with incredible textural depth and dramatic scale. A prompt invoking Schnabel creates images that feel tactile and weighty, marked by bold, impasto-like brushwork and a sense of fragmented, layered history. It’s perfect for conveying intense emotion and a monumental presence.

Julian Schnabel Prompt Ideas

  • a tormented poet's portrait, painted on broken ceramic plates, in the style of Julian Schnabel, heavy impasto, raw emotion, visible cracks and textures --ar 3:4
  • a large abstract painting of a bullfight, using tarpaulin, wax, and gold leaf, gestural brushstrokes, crimson and black, in the style of Julian Schnabel, chaotic energy --ar 16:9
  • a stormy seascape crashing against cliffs, depicted with thick, violent strokes of oil paint on dark velvet, style of Julian Schnabel, dramatic lighting, textured sea spray --ar 2:1
  • still life with a skull and wilted flowers on a heavily textured surface, mixed-media collage by Julian Schnabel, somber mood, visible brushwork and material layers --s 700
  • a mythological scene of Laocoön and His Sons, reimagined in the raw, expressive style of Julian Schnabel, grand scale, anguish and struggle conveyed through texture and form --ar 4:5 --style raw

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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