Painterly Illustration SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Painterly Illustration SREF code

Use this code to get a Painterly Illustration style.
--sref 45021513

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How to Use This Painterly Illustration 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 Painterly Illustration SREF style

This aesthetic is characterized by rich, visible brushstrokes and a highly textured surface quality, mimicking traditional oil painting while maintaining crisp illustrative detail. Colors are often vivid yet grounded, creating an inviting, warm atmosphere. When using this **style** in a **Midjourney prompt**, including terms like 'impasto' or 'thick paint' enhances the tactile look, offering a compelling alternative to purely photorealistic outputs. This results in beautiful, expressive digital artwork ideal for concept art, character showcases, and evocative scenes.

Painterly Illustration Prompt Ideas

  • A lone astronaut standing on a vibrant alien desert planet under two moons, dramatic volumetric lighting, concept art, Painterly Illustration
  • Close-up portrait of a wise owl wearing a small explorer's cap, large detailed eyes, intricate feather texture, Painterly Illustration
  • Still life of antique clockwork mechanisms resting on velvet cloth, shallow depth of field, deep shadows, Painterly Illustration
  • A busy medieval marketplace scene, warm afternoon light filtering through canvas awnings, crowd movement implied, Painterly Illustration

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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