



Browse our extensive styles list and find the perfect style reference for your project.
Click the "Copy" button to get the SREF code. It's as simple as --sref XXXXX.
Combine your prompt with the SREF code. Don't forget the aspect ratio! e.g., --ar 16:9
This style is characterized by visible, expressive brushstrokes and rich texture, moving away from smooth photorealism toward a crafted, artistic appearance. In Midjourney, applying "painterly" creates images that emulate traditional mediums like oil or acrylic, giving subjects depth and dynamic energy. Using this term in a prompt enhances the visual narrative, ensuring the resulting artwork has a distinct, handcrafted quality rather than a flat digital look.