Contour Engraving SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Contour Engraving SREF code

Use this code to get a Contour Engraving style.
--sref 3032593245

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How to Use This Contour Engraving 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 Contour Engraving SREF style

This distinctive black and white aesthetic employs meticulous, flowing, parallel lines or contour maps to define form, shadow, and texture. It evokes the stark contrast and tactile quality of traditional printmaking techniques like woodcuts or deep etching, often rendered with a modern, hyper-detailed precision. When utilizing this style in a Midjourney prompt, creators can achieve striking, dramatic visuals where every surface seems carved or etched. It excels at rendering complex subjects, from expressive human faces to intricate still lifes, by forcing the AI to rely solely on line density for depth and volume.

Contour Engraving Prompt Ideas

  • A majestic queen portrait, highly detailed flowing contour engraving lines, dramatic shadows, high contrast black and white
  • Aerial view of a sprawling cyberpunk metropolis, rendered entirely in fine contour etching, intense line density, stark monochromatic illustration
  • Close-up of an intricate antique clockwork mechanism, internal gears visible, precision line art, engraving technique
  • A majestic stag standing in a dense forest, rendered using only parallel line hatching, black ink on white paper

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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