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Graphic Distress SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Graphic Distress SREF code

Use this code to get a Graphic Distress style.

--sref 1971300854

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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 Graphic Distress SREF style

This striking visual aesthetic is characterized by high-contrast color separation, dominated by bold black areas contrasted with vivid hues like magenta and yellow. It heavily mimics traditional screen printing techniques, featuring textured overlays, rough edges, and a distressed, slightly chaotic feel. When crafting a prompt for Midjourney, emphasizing "limited palette," "halftone," or "ink splatter" helps achieve this specific style. It works exceptionally well for dynamic posters or expressive portraits.

Graphic Distress Prompt Ideas

Portrait of a lone traveler looking at a neon city, heavy black ink outlines, magenta and gold color separation, distressed texture
A vintage apothecary scene with glowing potions and strange flowers, limited two-color palette, heavy grain, screen print aesthetic
Stylized mountain landscape at sunset, strong graphic silhouettes, grunge texture border, vivid yellow and pink contrast
Close-up of a surreal mask fragment, rough brush strokes, high contrast black, mustard yellow and crimson

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.