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 627460408

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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 distinct aesthetic blends detailed rendering with visible, expressive brushwork, creating a rich, textured look reminiscent of concept art or high-quality digital paintings. When crafting a **Midjourney prompt** for this **style**, emphasizing texture and lighting is key to achieving the atmospheric depth seen here. It captures charming characters, moody still lifes, or whimsical scenes with an intentional, handcrafted feel. Mastering this **style** allows users to produce evocative imagery that feels both contemporary and traditional, serving as an excellent base for any creative **prompt**.

Painterly Illustration Prompt Ideas

  • A lone astronaut exploring a bioluminescent alien jungle, highly detailed painterly illustration, expressive brushstrokes, cinematic lighting
  • Close-up portrait of an elderly scholar reading a glowing manuscript, moody lighting, rich oil texture, painterly illustration
  • Whimsical village built into giant mushrooms, cartoon animals watching, soft pastel colors, textured digital painting style
  • Still life of vintage apothecary bottles and dried herbs on a wooden table, dramatic shadows, expressive texture, 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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