Detailed Penwork SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Detailed Penwork SREF code

Use this code to get a Detailed Penwork style.
--sref 1931398622

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How to Use This Detailed Penwork 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 Detailed Penwork SREF style

This style captures the timeless aesthetic of traditional hand-drawn art using only black ink on white paper. It heavily features defined outlines, meticulous cross-hatching for shading, and stippling (dots) to create texture and depth, as seen in the detailed hair and landscapes. When generating images in Midjourney, using this style in your **prompt** ensures a high-contrast, graphic, and often slightly vintage feel. Mastering the **style** involves describing the specific inking techniques to achieve the desired line quality for an evocative and clean final look. This technique is excellent for detailed character designs or minimalist scenes within **Midjourney**.

Detailed Penwork Prompt Ideas

  • Detailed portrait of an androgynous person with curly hair and freckles, intricate cross-hatching and stippling shadows, clean line art, high contrast
  • Minimalist mountain range reflecting in a calm lake, tiny flocks of birds overhead, stippled clouds, purely black and white ink drawing
  • Still life of three glass jars with wildflowers on a wooden table, heavy use of fine line hatching for texture, graphic novel illustration
  • Intricate blackwork pattern filling the entire frame using only dense linework and dots, high detail illustration

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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