Gothic Shadowplay SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Gothic Shadowplay SREF code

Use this code to get a Gothic Shadowplay style.
--sref 619115045

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How to Use This Gothic Shadowplay 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 Gothic Shadowplay SREF style

Gothic Shadowplay is an art style characterized by its dark, mysterious, and emotionally charged atmosphere. It heavily utilizes high-contrast lighting, deep shadows, and a predominantly monochromatic palette, often with sparse, impactful splashes of color like crimson or deep blue. In Midjourney, this style excels at creating haunting portraits and surreal scenes that feel both painterly and decayed. A well-crafted prompt using the Gothic Shadowplay style can evoke a sense of melancholy beauty, elegant horror, or forgotten memories, blending classical gothic sensibilities with a modern, abstract edge. It's a perfect choice for generating deeply atmospheric and expressive imagery.

Gothic Shadowplay Prompt Ideas

  • A pale woman with raven hair wearing a masquerade mask, half of her face obscured by shadow, in the style of gothic shadowplay, textured chiaroscuro, a single red tear --ar 2:3 --s 250
  • An abandoned, overgrown victorian greenhouse at midnight, moonlight filtering through broken glass panes, silhouettes of strange flowers within, in the style of gothic shadowplay, high contrast, grainy texture --ar 16:9
  • A still life of a raven's skull next to an extinguished candle on a pile of old books, in the style of gothic shadowplay, deep shadows, painterly, somber mood --ar 1:1 --style raw
  • Portrait of a ghost-like figure with bunny ears, fading into a dark, scratched background, in the style of gothic shadowplay, abstract and ethereal, high-contrast monochrome --ar 4:5
  • The concept of a lost lullaby, visualized as spectral musical notes floating away from a child's empty room, in the style of gothic shadowplay, melancholic and surreal --ar 3:2

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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