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Classic Portrait Elegance SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

Portraits Oil painting Classical Dramatic Lighting Painterly

Classic Portrait Elegance SREF code

Use this code to get a Classic Portrait Elegance style.

--sref 4215701087

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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 Classic Portrait Elegance SREF style

Classic Portrait Elegance is a style that emulates the timeless beauty of European master painters from the Renaissance to the Baroque period. It is characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro), rich, often muted color palettes, and a profound focus on the subject's expression and character. When using this style in a Midjourney prompt, you can generate stunning, painterly portraits with a sense of depth, realism, and historical gravitas. The resulting images possess a sophisticated, gallery-quality feel, making this a powerful prompt addition for creating elegant and emotive artwork.

Classic Portrait Elegance Prompt Ideas

A classic oil portrait of a young woman with delicate freckles and auburn hair, soft light from a window illuminating her face, set against a dark, moody background, in the style of Classic Portrait Elegance --ar 4:5 --s 250
An elderly scholar in his dimly lit study, surrounded by stacks of old books and curiosities, a thoughtful expression on his face, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, in the style of Classic Portrait Elegance --ar 3:4
A still life of a silver locket resting on a velvet cloth next to a single white rose, capturing the textures with hyperrealistic detail and soft, directional light, in the style of Classic Portrait Elegance --ar 16:9
A nobleman from the 17th century with an elaborate lace collar, looking directly at the viewer with a confident gaze, rendered in the style of Classic Portrait Elegance, with rich, deep colors and visible canvas texture --ar 4:5 --style raw

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.