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Expressive Watercolor Portrait SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

Watercolor Expressive Portraits Painterly Illustration

Expressive Watercolor Portrait SREF code

Use this code to get a Expressive Watercolor Portrait style.

--sref 95960157

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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 Expressive Watercolor Portrait SREF style

Expressive Watercolor Portrait is an artistic style that captures the essence and emotion of a subject rather than a photorealistic likeness. It blends the fluid, transparent nature of watercolor with dynamic, often loose brushwork to convey feeling and movement. In Midjourney, this style produces stunning, soulful portraits with rich textures and delicate color bleeds. By incorporating 'Expressive Watercolor Portrait' into your prompt, you can guide the AI to create artwork that is deeply personal and painterly. This style is perfect for users who want their creations to have a traditional, handcrafted feel and a strong emotional narrative.

Expressive Watercolor Portrait Prompt Ideas

Expressive watercolor portrait of a thoughtful old fisherman, weathered face, deep-set eyes, muted color palette, loose brushstrokes, textured paper background --ar 4:5 --style raw --stylize 250
Expressive watercolor portrait of an elven sorceress, ethereal glow, silver hair with flowing paint strokes, intricate details in her eyes, melancholic expression, dark moody background --ar 4:5 --v 6.0
Expressive watercolor illustration of a ballet dancer mid-leap, motion blur effect achieved with fluid washes of pastel colors, focus on the emotion of freedom, minimalist background --ar 16:9 --stylize 300
An expressive watercolor portrait of a child with bright, curious eyes, freckles dusted across their nose, caught in a moment of laughter, with vibrant splashes of yellow and pink in the background --ar 1:1

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.