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portrait of a woman
ethereal portrait of a woman with flowing silver hair, bioluminescent skin, surrounded by glowing butterflies, fantasy art style, octane render, 8k resolution, dramatic lighting
landscape painting
breathtaking mountain landscape at golden hour, misty valleys, alpine meadows with wildflowers, impressionist style, oil painting technique, vibrant colors, masterpiece quality
futuristic city
cyberpunk metropolis at night, neon-lit skyscrapers, flying vehicles, holographic advertisements, rain-slicked streets, blade runner aesthetic, cinematic composition, volumetric fog, ultra-detailed
Prompt engineering is the practice of designing and refining text inputs to achieve desired outputs from AI models. It's both an art and a science - requiring creativity to imagine the result and technical knowledge to communicate effectively with AI systems.
Creative vision, style selection, and aesthetic choices
Syntax, keywords, parameters, and model behavior
Iteration, refinement, and optimization techniques
Define the visual style and artistic approach of your image
Enhance the overall quality and detail level
Set the atmosphere and emotional tone
Control framing and visual arrangement
Take your prompt engineering skills to the next level with these professional techniques
Use multiple descriptors and repeat important elements to give them more weight. Place key elements at the beginning of your prompt for stronger emphasis.
Specify what you DON'T want: 'no blur', 'no text', 'no watermark', 'no distortion'. This helps refine results by excluding unwanted elements.
Reference famous artists for style: 'in the style of Van Gogh', 'Alphonse Mucha inspired', 'by Greg Rutkowski'. This instantly conveys complex stylistic preferences.
Use photography and art terms: 'f/1.4', '85mm lens', 'shallow depth of field', 'chiaroscuro', 'tenebrism' for precise technical control.
Specify color schemes: 'pastel colors', 'monochromatic blue', 'complementary colors', 'earth tones', 'neon palette' for cohesive aesthetics.
Master this framework for consistent results
Get inspired with these popular prompts. Click to copy and customize them for your own creations.
fantasy warrior woman in enchanted forest, magical armor, glowing sword, ethereal lighting, digital art masterpiece
steampunk airship floating above Victorian London, brass gears, steam clouds, sunset sky, highly detailed illustration
cute anime girl with cat ears, pastel pink hair, cherry blossoms, kawaii style, soft lighting, digital illustration
ancient dragon perched on mountain peak, scales shimmering, storm clouds, epic fantasy art, ultra realistic
underwater mermaid kingdom, bioluminescent coral, crystal palace, schools of tropical fish, fantasy concept art
Simple prompting is just describing what you want. Prompt engineering is the systematic approach to crafting, testing, and refining prompts to achieve specific results. It involves understanding how AI models interpret language, using technical parameters effectively, and iterating based on outputs.
Start with basic descriptions and gradually add technical elements. Study successful prompts, understand keyword weights, experiment with different styles, and iterate based on results. Our guide teaches you the fundamentals of prompt engineering through practical examples and hands-on practice.
Popular style keywords include: photorealistic, hyperrealistic, anime style, Studio Ghibli style, oil painting, watercolor, digital art, concept art, artstation quality, octane render, unreal engine, cinematic lighting, and artist references like "in the style of Van Gogh" or "Greg Rutkowski style."
Effective prompt engineering is the difference between random outputs and professional results. It helps you achieve consistency, control artistic direction, save credits by reducing iterations, and unlock the full potential of AI models. Mastering prompt engineering turns AI from a toy into a professional tool.
Common mistakes include: being too vague, using contradictory terms, overloading with keywords, or not specifying style. Always be clear about your subject, avoid mixing incompatible styles (like "photorealistic cartoon"), and use negative prompts to exclude unwanted elements.