Prompt Overview & Creative Notes
Creative Overview & Direction
An iconic contemporary visual, this prompt merges urban street atmosphere with moody neon aesthetics. The clear vinyl umbrella acts as a secondary optical element, refracting billboard colors directly around the subject’s face.
How to Use This Prompt
- Paste into Midjourney v6 using
--style raw. - Examine raindrop highlights on the umbrella for maximum realism.
- Upscale the variation with the clearest face and most atmospheric reflections.
Pro Tips for Best Results
- Transparent Umbrella: A clear vinyl umbrella allows soft colored ambient light to illuminate the face while adding water droplets.
- Complementary Lighting: Cyan key and magenta rim create unmistakable neo-noir cinema tones.
- Wardrobe Contrast: The matte black wool coat anchors the frame and draws eyes directly to the face.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I change the location?
A: Change ‘Shibuya, Tokyo’ to ‘Times Square, New York’ or ‘Mong Kok, Hong Kong’.
How to Use This Prompt
- Click the "Copy Prompt" button below to copy the verified prompt text.
- Open your preferred AI tool (Midjourney, ChatGPT 4o, or Midjourney).
- Upload your subject or reference photo if creating character-consistent portraits.
- Paste the prompt, hit generate, and upscale your favorite variation.
Pro Tips for Best Results
- Adjust lighting keywords like "golden hour" or "studio softbox" to match your desired mood.
- Keep the camera and lens parameters intact to preserve high-fidelity skin micro-textures.
- Works optimally with aspect ratio 4:5. Use 16:9 for desktop wallpapers or 9:16 for stories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this prompt work with free versions of Midjourney?
Yes! This prompt has been tested and tuned for both free and subscription versions, including Gemini 1.5 Flash/Pro, ChatGPT 4o, and Midjourney v6.
Can I customize the lighting, colors, or clothes?
Absolutely. You can modify any bracketed keyword or phrase (e.g. changing "charcoal jacket" to "linen shirt") while keeping the lighting and lens parameters intact.
What aspect ratio is recommended for this prompt?
The optimal aspect ratio tested for this prompt is 4:5. You can easily adapt it for square social posts (1:1) or vertical smartphone formats (9:16).
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