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Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting

Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting SREF code

Use this code to get a Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting style.

--sref 3500215311

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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 Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting SREF style

Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting is a photographic and artistic style that captures profound emotion through gentle, diffused illumination. This technique minimizes harsh shadows, creating a sense of intimacy and contemplation, often with a melancholic or mysterious atmosphere. In Midjourney, using this style in your prompt allows for the creation of deeply evocative character portraits reminiscent of classical paintings. It emphasizes subtle expressions and textures, making it a perfect style for telling a story or conveying a specific feeling with a single, powerful image.

Moody Portrait with Soft Lighting Prompt Ideas

A moody portrait of an old, weathered sailor looking out a rain-streaked window, soft morning light illuminating one side of his face, deep in thought, painterly style, chiaroscuro --ar 3:4 --s 250
Close-up moody portrait of a beautiful android with glowing circuits visible under her synthetic skin, soft lighting from a nearby neon sign, contemplative expression, cinematic, hyper-detailed --ar 2:3 --style raw
A moody still life portrait of a wilted rose in a crystal vase, a single tear-like drop of water on a petal, soft lighting from a candle just out of frame, dark and melancholic atmosphere, oil painting style --ar 4:3
A moody portrait of a young musician holding a violin, standing in an abandoned concert hall, a single beam of soft light from a high window cuts through the dusty air, somber and hopeful mood --ar 3:4 --v 6.0

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.