Wabi-sabi Style Prompt Guide for Midjourney

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Wabi-sabi Midjourney Prompt

Use this code to get a Wabi-sabi style in Midjourney.
Wabi-sabi

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How to Use This Wabi-sabi 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 Wabi-sabi Midjourney Prompt

Wabi-sabi is a traditional Japanese aesthetic centered on the acceptance of transience and imperfection. This style finds beauty in things that are modest, humble, and unconventional. In Midjourney, using a Wabi-sabi prompt generates images characterized by asymmetry, roughness, and simplicity, with a deep appreciation for natural materials and processes. Think weathered wood, cracked pottery, and muted, earthy color palettes. This style is perfect for creating visuals that evoke a sense of serene melancholy, organic authenticity, and the quiet passage of time.

Wabi-sabi Prompt Ideas

  • A single, imperfect, handmade ceramic bowl on a rough wooden table, wabi-sabi aesthetic, muted earthy tones, soft natural light from a window, textured surface, cinematic photography. --ar 4:3 --style raw
  • Interior of a minimalist Japanese tea room, wabi-sabi style, aged tatami mats, a single ikebana arrangement with a withered branch, shadows and light play, serene and melancholic atmosphere. --ar 16:9
  • Portrait of an old Zen master, face full of wrinkles and wisdom, looking peacefully into the distance, reflecting wabi-sabi philosophy, simple clothing, high contrast black and white photography. --ar 3:4
  • A weathered stone lantern covered in moss in a foggy autumn forest, wabi-sabi landscape, feeling of solitude and impermanence, muted colors, soft focus. --ar 4:5 --s 200

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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