Vintage Photography SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

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Vintage Photography SREF code

Use this code to get a Vintage Photography style.
--sref 4294388424

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How to Use This Vintage Photography 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 Vintage Photography SREF style

This style emulates genuine historical photographs, often featuring deep blacks, bright highlights, and significant film grain or surface damage like scratches and fading. It captures a raw, documentary feel from the early to mid-20th century, perfect for evocative storytelling and intimate portraits. To achieve this specific style in Midjourney, users should incorporate terms emphasizing age, medium, and tone. A well-crafted prompt that details the wear and high contrast will yield powerful, nostalgic imagery that looks like a rediscovered artifact from a bygone era.

Vintage Photography Prompt Ideas

  • A woman wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat looking down at an old photograph, intimate portrait, 1940s documentary photography, heavy film grain, visible scratches
  • Vast, windswept landscape under dramatic cumulus clouds, solitary dark tree silhouette, black and white photograph, heavily textured, vintage print
  • A cluttered vanity table with antique glass bottles and faded peonies, moody lighting, deep shadows, high contrast, 1930s ephemeral photography
  • Close-up of a worn leather-bound journal next to scattered letters, harsh direct sunlight, sepia tone, highly detailed surface texture

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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