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 2147094159

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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 Painterly Illustration approach blends clean, graphic shapes with subtle, visible texture, giving 2D subjects a tangible, artisanal quality. It avoids photorealism in favor of expressive color blocking and simplified details. When mastering this technique in **Midjourney**, the right **prompt** engineering is crucial to balance definition with texture application. Users often find success by combining illustrative keywords with material descriptors to achieve this specific digital art **style**, resulting in vibrant yet grounded imagery perfect for contemporary editorial use.

Painterly Illustration Prompt Ideas

  • A stunning close-up portrait of a woman with flowing dark hair, expressive eyes, wearing a vibrant red shirt under a blue jacket, textured digital illustration
  • Vast desert landscape under a bright blue sky with puffy white clouds, pinkish mountains in the background, graphic illustration with visible brush strokes
  • A dramatic still life of various fruits in glass jars and a red bowl on a wooden table, detailed textures, strong color contrast, painterly illustration
  • A minimalist, layered illustration of a Victorian library interior, soft ambient light filtering through a window, high detail, graphic texture overlay

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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