After running 500+ generations on Midjourney v6, I can tell you the difference between a good prompt and a great one is night and day. The photorealism, the artistic range, the way it just *gets* what you're going for now - it's genuinely the best tool for AI artists in 2026. But here's what nobody tells beginners: you don't need to reinvent the wheel every time you generate. I've put together my top 100 Midjourney prompts - every single one tested, tweaked, and proven to deliver across ten categories from portraits to product shots. Just copy them straight into Discord and see what happens.
Portrait Prompts (1-15)
Portraits are the most popular category on Midjourney, and camera-specific language is the key to photorealistic results. Start with: "Portrait of a woman in golden hour light, shallow depth of field, Canon EOS R5, 85mm f/1.2, raw photo --ar 2:3 --v 6". Adding real camera and lens names dramatically improves realism because Midjourney has trained on millions of tagged photographs with EXIF data. For editorial fashion, try: "High fashion portrait, woman in flowing silk dress, wind machine effect, studio lighting with beauty dish, Vogue magazine cover quality --ar 2:3 --v 6.1 --style raw". For moody portraits: "Man in a leather jacket, dramatic Rembrandt lighting, single key light from upper left, deep shadows, cigarette smoke, film noir aesthetic --ar 2:3 --v 6.1 --s 50". The --style raw parameter is essential for portraits - it removes Midjourney's default beautification and produces more authentic, photographic results.Cinematic and Film Prompts (16-30)
Cinematic prompts are incredibly popular and consistently produce jaw-dropping results. Use widescreen aspect ratios and film references: "Lone figure walking through neon-lit Tokyo alley, Blade Runner 2049 color grading, anamorphic lens flare --ar 21:9 --v 6.1". The --ar 21:9 parameter creates that perfect cinema widescreen feel. For epic scenes: "Astronaut standing on a Mars cliff overlooking a vast red canyon, dust storm in the distance, volumetric light rays, Interstellar cinematography, shot on ARRI Alexa, anamorphic 40mm --ar 21:9 --v 6.1". For intimate cinema: "Two people sharing coffee in a Parisian cafe, rain on the window, warm tungsten interior light contrasting cool blue exterior, shallow depth of field, Before Sunrise aesthetic --ar 2.39:1 --v 6.1 --style raw". Reference specific films and cinematographers to guide the color grading and mood - "Roger Deakins lighting" and "Emmanuel Lubezki natural light" are powerful modifiers.Fantasy and Concept Art Prompts (31-50)
For fantasy and concept art, combine world-building with specific art styles: "Ancient dragon perched on a crystal mountain, volumetric fog, epic scale, detailed scales, concept art, Greg Rutkowski style --ar 16:9 --v 6.1". Artist style references help Midjourney understand the aesthetic you want. Epic landscapes work beautifully: "Floating islands above a cloud sea, connected by ancient stone bridges, waterfalls cascading into the void, golden hour light, matte painting, fantasy concept art --ar 21:9 --v 6.1 --s 500". For dark fantasy: "Gothic cathedral in a haunted forest, moonlight streaming through broken stained glass, ravens circling the spire, mist and decay, dark fantasy, Elden Ring aesthetic --ar 16:9 --v 6.1". For magical scenes: "Wizard's library with floating books, glowing runes on the walls, a crystal orb pulsing with light on a dark wood desk, dust motes in amber light beams, detailed, fantasy illustration --ar 3:4 --v 6.1 --s 400".Product Photography Prompts (51-65)
Product photography prompts work brilliantly and can save brands thousands in studio costs: "Premium sneaker floating on pure white background, soft studio shadow, commercial product photography, 8K sharp --ar 1:1 --v 6.1". For luxury products: "Gold wristwatch on a polished black marble surface, single dramatic light source from upper right, reflections and caustics, luxury product advertisement, sharp macro detail --ar 1:1 --v 6.1 --style raw". For lifestyle product shots: "Artisan coffee bag on a rustic wooden table, morning sunlight, steaming cup beside it, coffee beans scattered, warm tones, lifestyle product photography --ar 4:5 --v 6.1". For tech products: "Minimalist wireless earbuds floating on a gradient background, soft shadow, clean modern aesthetic, Apple-style product photography, 8K detail --ar 1:1 --v 6.1". These prompts produce images that rival professional studio shoots costing hundreds or thousands of dollars.Landscape and Nature Prompts (66-80)
Nature and landscape prompts showcase Midjourney's ability to create breathtaking environments: "Patagonian mountain range reflected in a mirror-still glacial lake at sunrise, dramatic clouds, morning mist, shot on Fuji GFX 100S, 32mm, landscape photography --ar 16:9 --v 6.1 --style raw". For moody landscapes: "Misty Scottish highlands at dawn, a lone stag silhouetted on a ridge, heather in bloom, overcast dramatic sky, atmospheric, fine art landscape photography --ar 16:9 --v 6.1". For tropical scenes: "Crystal clear turquoise water over white sand, aerial drone view of a small tropical island, palm trees, coral visible beneath the surface, Maldives paradise --ar 16:9 --v 6.1". For seasonal magic: "Japanese temple surrounded by cherry blossoms in full bloom, petals floating on a koi pond, soft overcast light, peaceful, serene, traditional Japanese aesthetic --ar 3:2 --v 6.1".Advanced Parameters and Pro Tips
Mastering Midjourney's parameters is what separates good results from extraordinary ones. Use --sref (style reference) to maintain visual consistency across a series of images - upload a style reference image and all subsequent generations will match its color palette, mood, and artistic treatment. Use --cref (character reference) to keep the same face across multiple images - essential for brand characters, comic series, and social media content. The --style raw parameter removes Midjourney's default beautification processing, producing results that look more like authentic photographs than AI art. Combine --s 0 (minimum stylization) with --style raw for maximum prompt adherence when you need exact control. Use --c 30-50 during exploration to get varied interpretations, then --c 0-5 once you know the direction you want. For multi-prompt weighting, use :: to assign relative importance: "epic landscape::2 tiny house::1 dramatic sky::1.5" ensures the landscape dominates the composition. Browse all 100 prompts with full parameter breakdowns in our Midjourney collection on PromptSpace - every prompt is copy-paste ready and tested on the latest Midjourney version.Frequently Asked Questions
Is this free to use? Yes — PromptSpace provides free AI prompts for any AI tool. Try them instantly with our free AI image generator — no account needed.Which AI model works best with these prompts? These prompts work across Midjourney, DALL-E 3, FLUX, and Stable Diffusion. Test in two tools to compare — results vary by model.
Can I use AI-generated images commercially? Yes on paid tiers of Midjourney, ChatGPT Plus, and Adobe Firefly. Always verify the specific platform's terms before commercial use.
How do I improve results if the first output isn't right? Add specific lighting, camera angle, and visual style references. Iterate 3–4 times with small changes to find the best output.
