Anime Painting SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Anime Painting SREF code

Use this code to get a Anime Painting style.
--sref 4070204101

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How to Use This Anime Painting SREF Code

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 Anime Painting SREF style

This aesthetic merges the rich texture of traditional oil painting with the distinct character design and vibrant saturation of high-budget 2D animation. It features expressive character work, deep, layered environments, and stylized yet natural light, creating a highly cinematic look. When using this in a **Midjourney prompt**, incorporating terms like "painterly background" or "cel-shaded character" helps define the visual approach. This specific **style** excels at creating evocative scenes that feel simultaneously nostalgic and epic, making it a powerful choice for narrative imagery when crafting the right **prompt**.

Anime Painting Prompt Ideas

  • A solitary astronaut standing on a mossy cliff overlooking a vibrant alien ocean, detailed Ghibli anime painting style, dramatic clouds
  • Portrait of a wise, old clockmaker with intensely detailed eyes and wild white hair, rendered in a painterly anime style, soft rim lighting
  • A bustling European market street scene in the rain, highly detailed 2D illustration, cinematic lighting, vibrant colors, high production value anime quality
  • Still life of exotic glowing plants in an ancient stone vase, highly stylized clouds in the background, Studio Ghibli illustration

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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