High Contrast Editorial SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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High Contrast Editorial SREF code

Use this code to get a High Contrast Editorial style.
--sref 2788054310

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How to Use This High Contrast Editorial 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 High Contrast Editorial SREF style

This aesthetic is defined by dramatic, cinematic lighting, deeply saturated color grading, and stark contrast, often blending stark landscape elements with intimate, moody portraiture. Skin textures and wet details are highly emphasized, creating an intense, almost brooding atmosphere. When crafting a prompt for this style in Midjourney, focus on terms like 'dramatic shadow', 'deep cyan grading', and 'high texture detail'. It often evokes the look of high-fashion magazine spreads or art-house film stills, prioritizing emotional impact through visual intensity and composition.

High Contrast Editorial Prompt Ideas

  • Triptych layout, moody male portrait with heavy eye makeup, juxtaposed with a desolate high-contrast desert landscape, deep cyan sky, cinematic lighting
  • Close-up portrait of a person with slick, wet hair and intense gaze, dramatic rim lighting, surrounded by delicate white flowers on a reflective surface, fashion photography
  • Editorial portraiture focusing on raw skin texture and dramatic shadows, utilizing a restricted palette of deep blue and earthy tones, ultra-detailed photography
  • A desolate, sun-bleached plain beneath an impossibly blue sky, dramatic contrast, minimalist landscape composition, photographic print

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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