Sad Monotone SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Sad Monotone SREF code

Use this code to get a Sad Monotone style.
--sref 4032932305

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How to Use This Sad Monotone 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 Sad Monotone SREF style

The Sad Monotone style is characterized by a muted, desaturated, or single-color palette that creates a deeply melancholic and atmospheric mood. It emphasizes emotion over color, often evoking feelings of nostalgia, loneliness, or quiet contemplation through soft lighting and somber subjects. In Midjourney, applying this style in your prompt is perfect for generating poignant portraits and desolate landscapes. This aesthetic focuses on texture and composition to convey a powerful narrative, making it a distinctive creative style.

Sad Monotone Prompt Ideas

  • a lone figure with an umbrella walking down an empty, rain-slicked city street at dawn, sad monotone style, reflections in the puddles, feeling of isolation, cinematic --ar 16:9
  • an old, forgotten grand piano in a derelict ballroom, dust motes dancing in a single ray of light, sad monotone style, melancholic atmosphere, highly detailed --ar 4:3
  • close-up portrait of an elderly person looking out a window on a foggy day, their face etched with memories, sad monotone style, soft focus, emotionally powerful --ar 1:1
  • a desolate winter forest with snow-covered trees disappearing into the thick fog, no signs of life, sad monotone style, eerie silence, dramatic lighting --ar 2:1

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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