Louis Stettner Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Louis Stettner Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Louis Stettner style in Midjourney.
by Louis Stettner

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How to Use This Louis Stettner 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 Louis Stettner Midjourney Prompt

Louis Stettner was a master of American street photography, renowned for his empathetic and powerful black and white images of New York and Paris. His work captures the human condition with profound honesty, focusing on candid moments, geometric compositions, and dramatic high-contrast lighting. In Midjourney, using the Louis Stettner style in your prompt will generate evocative, timeless photographs filled with narrative depth and emotional weight. This photographic style is perfect for creating somber cityscapes, intimate portraits, and scenes that tell a compelling story through the interplay of light and shadow, making it a classic choice for any photography-focused prompt.

Louis Stettner Prompt Ideas

  • A candid photograph of commuters on a crowded subway train in 1950s New York, their faces showing a mix of fatigue and contemplation, dramatic shadows, in the style of Louis Stettner, black and white film photography --ar 3:2 --style raw
  • Close-up portrait of an old fisherman mending his nets on a pier, his face deeply wrinkled by the sun and sea, looking away from the camera, poignant expression, high contrast black and white, photograph by Louis Stettner --ar 4:5
  • A lone figure with an umbrella walking down a rain-slicked cobblestone street in Paris at dusk, reflections of streetlights on the wet ground, strong geometric lines, captured by Louis Stettner --ar 16:9
  • Sunlight streaming through a dusty factory window, illuminating an abandoned interior, beams of light create geometric patterns on the floor, a sense of stillness and forgotten time, in the style of Louis Stettner's industrial photography, grainy black and white --ar 1:1

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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