Simon Stalenhag Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Simon Stalenhag Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Simon Stalenhag style in Midjourney.
by Simon Stalenhag

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How to Use This Simon Stalenhag 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 Simon Stalenhag Midjourney Prompt

The style of Simon Stålenhag is a distinctive blend of mundane, nostalgic Scandinavian landscapes with uncanny science fiction elements. His work often features vast, quiet scenes from the 1980s and 90s, juxtaposing everyday life with colossal robots, strange machinery, or futuristic ruins. When used in a Midjourney prompt, this style produces atmospheric, painterly images with a muted, melancholic color palette and a strong sense of narrative. Invoking the Simon Stålenhag style is perfect for creating retro-futuristic art that feels both deeply familiar and unsettlingly strange, telling a quiet story within a single frame.

Simon Stalenhag Prompt Ideas

  • A lone child on a bicycle stops on a wet suburban road to gaze at a colossal, dormant robot half-submerged in a misty lake, in the style of Simon Stalenhag, overcast sky, cinematic lighting --ar 16:9
  • An old, rusted Volvo 240 parked at an abandoned gas station in the countryside, mysterious anti-gravity spheres float silently above, in the style of Simon Stalenhag, painterly, desaturated colors --ar 3:2
  • Teenagers gathered around a bonfire in a snowy forest, their faces illuminated by the flames, while the shadow of a gigantic, strange structure looms in the background, in the style of Simon Stalenhag, moody, atmospheric --style raw
  • Interior of a messy teenage bedroom from the 1990s, with a Commodore 64 on the desk, through the window a weird, futuristic drone hovers silently, in the style of Simon Stalenhag, nostalgic, soft light --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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