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Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir

Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

Noir Dramatic Lighting Futuristic High Contrast Sci-fi

Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir SREF code

Use this code to get a Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir style.

--sref 3062371718

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Step 1: Find Your Style

Browse our extensive styles list and find the perfect style reference for your project.

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

Combine your prompt with the SREF code. Don't forget the aspect ratio! e.g., --ar 16:9

What is Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir SREF style

Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir is a powerful hybrid art style that masterfully blends dramatic lighting with a forward-looking aesthetic. It combines the stark light-and-shadow contrast of Chiaroscuro, the dynamic energy of Futurism, and the moody, atmospheric tension of cinematic Noir. In Midjourney, this unique `style` generates images with deep, enveloping blacks, sharp highlights, and often a minimalist color palette punctuated by a single bold accent color. Using a well-crafted `prompt`, you can create anything from mysterious android portraits to sprawling, shadowy megacities, evoking a sense of elegant suspense.

Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir Prompt Ideas

A hardboiled detective android in a trench coat, standing in the rain on a neon-lit street, light reflecting off her metallic face, in the style of Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir, deep shadows, cinematic lighting, a single red umbrella --ar 16:9
Vast, sprawling megacity at midnight, towering skyscrapers casting long shadows, flying vehicles leaving light trails, in the style of Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir, monochromatic with accents of electric blue, high contrast --ar 2:1
An intricate, glowing artifact floating in a dark, minimalist chamber, casting a single sharp beam of light on the floor, style of Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir, mysterious and powerful, dramatic backlighting --ar 1:1
A jazz musician playing a saxophone in a smoky, dimly lit club of the future, selective light catching the instrument and a wisp of smoke, in the style of Chiaroscuro Futurism Noir --ar 4:5

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.