Gloomy Realism SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Gloomy Realism SREF code

Use this code to get a Gloomy Realism style.
--sref 1434219950

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How to Use This Gloomy Realism 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 Gloomy Realism SREF style

This aesthetic focuses on creating deeply atmospheric and emotionally resonant imagery, often characterized by high contrast, deep shadows, and a desaturated, cool color palette. It blends elements of intimate portraiture and desolate landscapes, utilizing dramatic lighting techniques to convey introspection or melancholy. In Midjourney, this style demands precise control over light and shadow to evoke a powerful mood within your prompt, often resulting in highly detailed and cinematic outputs.

Gloomy Realism Prompt Ideas

  • Portrait of a thoughtful young person with messy, dark curly hair obscuring one eye, deep shadows, intense gaze, cinematic quality, desaturated cool colors
  • A solitary, windswept tree on a bleak shoreline under a heavy gray sky, highly detailed, moody lighting, monochrome palette, desolate landscape
  • Close-up of a delicate, translucent white rose in a small glass bottle on a dusty windowsill, strong backlighting from sheer curtains, quiet melancholy, shallow depth of field
  • A complex, dimly lit interior scene featuring antique objects under a window, strong rim lighting creating deep shadows, photorealistic, high contrast

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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