Colored Pencil Drawing SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Colored Pencil Drawing SREF code

Use this code to get a Colored Pencil Drawing style.
--sref 1137886191

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How to Use This Colored Pencil Drawing 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 Colored Pencil Drawing SREF style

This style perfectly captures the tactile quality of hand-drawn art using layered wax or oil-based pigments. Characterized by visible, fine directional strokes and rich layering of color, it creates a unique texture where highlights and shadows are built up meticulously. When using Midjourney, incorporating this aesthetic into your prompt results in images that feel both professional and intimate, avoiding overly smooth digital finishes in favor of expressive, scribbled detail. This technique works exceptionally well for expressive portraits, landscapes, and detailed still life compositions, lending a distinct handmade charm to the final output.

Colored Pencil Drawing Prompt Ideas

  • A dramatic close-up portrait of an aging philosopher, rendered entirely in layered colored pencil drawing technique, intense gaze, dramatic chiaroscuro
  • Lush, overgrown futuristic cityscape viewed from a rooftop, detailed colored pencil drawing, vibrant greens and blues, heavy hatching texture
  • Still life of antique mechanical gears and delicate clockwork mechanisms, rendered using expressive colored pencil drawing, sharp focus on metal texture and reflections
  • A whimsical arctic fox wearing a tiny leather aviator helmet, full body shot, colored pencil drawing illustration style, soft background

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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