Cinematic Grade SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Cinematic Grade SREF code

Use this code to get a Cinematic Grade style.
--sref 2447460290

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How to Use This Cinematic Grade 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 Cinematic Grade SREF style

Cinematic Photography captures the dramatic lighting, rich color saturation, and intentional composition found in high-quality film stills. This visual style is characterized by sharp focus, nuanced depth of field, and often moody or highly atmospheric rendering, as seen in the landscape and portrait segments. When using this aesthetic in Midjourney, incorporating terms like "film grain," specific lens types, or established film stock names enhances the result. A well-crafted prompt emphasizing mood and lighting (e.g., rim lighting, golden hour) is crucial to achieving this evocative, polished, and narrative-driven look across various subjects.

Cinematic Grade Prompt Ideas

  • A lone astronaut standing on a mossy alien planet during twin sunset, cinematic photography, deep shadows, dramatic rim lighting, wide angle
  • Close-up portrait of an old clockmaker wearing round spectacles, moody studio lighting, subtle film grain, cinematic photography
  • An empty, rain-slicked neon street in Tokyo at midnight, reflections on the pavement, atmospheric, cinematic photography, deep blues and vibrant oranges
  • A detailed macro shot of a dewdrop on a spiderweb, morning light, cinematic photography, sharp focus

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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