Stefan Gesell Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Stefan Gesell Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Stefan Gesell style in Midjourney.
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How to Use This Stefan Gesell 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 Stefan Gesell Midjourney Prompt

Stefan Gesell is a German photographer renowned for his dark, surreal, and provocative fine art portraits, blending gothic and fantasy aesthetics. In Midjourney, using his name as a style reference in a prompt generates images with a distinctively moody, high-contrast, and hyper-detailed quality. This style is characterized by dramatic, cinematic lighting, intricate costumes, and emotionally intense subjects, often exploring themes of dark fantasy and the unconventional. It is an excellent choice for creating powerful, haunting character portraits and surreal scenes that push creative boundaries.

Stefan Gesell Prompt Ideas

  • close-up portrait of a baroque court jester with smeared makeup, a sinister yet sorrowful look in his eyes, ornate collar, dimly lit, style of Stefan Gesell, photorealistic, cinematic --ar 3:4
  • A post-apocalyptic tribal warrior queen with a crown made of scrap metal and raven feathers, intricate face paint, intense gaze, style of Stefan Gesell, hyper-detailed, dramatic lighting --ar 2:3
  • The personification of Melancholy, a figure made of cracked porcelain and weeping black ink, wearing a tattered lace veil, in the style of Stefan Gesell, moody, atmospheric --ar 4:5
  • A hauntingly beautiful gorgon with snakes made of polished obsidian, melancholic expression, chiaroscuro lighting, dark fantasy, photography in the style of Stefan Gesell --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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