Trevor Paglen Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Trevor Paglen Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Trevor Paglen style in Midjourney.
by Trevor Paglen

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How to Use This Trevor Paglen 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 Trevor Paglen Midjourney Prompt

Trevor Paglen's work explores the hidden infrastructures of surveillance and power through photography. His signature style often involves long-distance telephoto shots of secret sites, creating images that are both documentary and abstract, tinged with a sublime and unsettling beauty. When used in a Midjourney prompt, this style generates atmospheric, cinematic visuals with a sense of mystery and gravitas. Expect hazy landscapes, distant, enigmatic lights, and scenes that feel like they're capturing something hidden from plain sight. It’s a perfect style for creating moody, conceptually deep, and visually compelling images.

Trevor Paglen Prompt Ideas

  • A lone data center in a vast, foggy desert at night, eerie glowing lights on the horizon, cinematic, wide-angle shot, in the style of Trevor Paglen --ar 16:9 --style raw
  • A surveillance satellite seen as a faint streak of light across the starry night sky, viewed from a remote mountain observatory, long exposure photography, in the style of Trevor Paglen --ar 3:2
  • A silhouette of a man in a dark suit looking out an office window at a sprawling city at dusk, reflections on the glass, a sense of quiet observation, in the style of Trevor Paglen --ar 4:5
  • Abstract visualization of glowing fiber optic cables running along the dark ocean floor, deep sea pressure, mysterious and ethereal, shot in the style of Trevor Paglen --ar 16:9 --s 250

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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