Mastering Midjourney Series: 10 Keywords to Discover the Beauty Of Different Art Styles.

Roberto Morais
4 min readMay 1, 2023

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Whether you’re an experienced artist or just starting out, exploring different art styles can help you find your creative space. From vibrant, colorful pop art to subdued, ethereal impressionism, there is a style for every artist.

Different Art Styles on Midjourney

I generated over 4000 images on Midjourney, and in this series, I’m exploring various art composition techniques and their underlying keywords. Today travel through art styles.

Our path until now:

  1. Domain Perspective with these 11 Keywords
  2. The 12 Lighting Keywords You Need to Know
  3. A Guide to the Top 8 Art Techniques Keywords

Base Prompt

The prompt is the same, changing only the Art Technique keyword for comparison effects.

A {art style} portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Photorealism

An art style that aims to create an image that is so realistic and lifelike that it appears to be a photograph. Best used for creating highly detailed and meticulously crafted paintings and drawings that capture the subject matter with incredible precision and accuracy.

A photorealist portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Expressionism

An art style that focuses on conveying the inner emotions and subjective experience of the artist, often through the use of bold colors, gestural brushstrokes, and distorted forms. Best used for creating emotionally charged paintings and drawings that convey a sense of passion and intensity.

An expressionism portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Realism

An art style that aims to represent the world as it is, focusing on accurately capturing the details of the subject matter. Best used for creating lifelike paintings and drawings that convey a sense of realism and authenticity.

A realist portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Pop Art

An art style that draws inspiration from popular culture and mass media, using bold colors and graphic design to create vibrant, eye-catching images. Best used for creating bold and playful illustrations that comment on contemporary society and culture.

A pop art portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Pointillism

An art style that uses small, distinct dots of color to create an image, relying on the viewer’s eye to blend the colors together into a cohesive whole. Best used for creating highly detailed and intricate paintings that have a unique texture and depth

A pointilism portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Impressionism

An art style that emphasizes the play of light and color in capturing the essence of a subject rather than its precise details. Best used for creating atmospheric landscapes and portraits that evoke a sense of mood and emotion.

An Impressionist portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Minimalism

An art style that emphasizes simplicity and abstraction, using a limited palette of colors and shapes to create elegant and understated compositions. Best used for creating subtle and refined artworks that convey a sense of calm and tranquility.

A minimalist portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Surrealism

An art style that emphasizes the unconscious mind and dreams, often using strange and unexpected imagery to create a sense of mystery and intrigue. Best used for creating surreal and dreamlike artworks that challenge the viewer’s perception of reality.

A surrealist portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Comic book

An art style that emphasizes bold lines, vibrant colors, and dynamic storytelling, drawing inspiration from the world of comics and graphic novels. Best used for creating energetic and playful illustrations that tell a story and engage the viewer.

A comic book style portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Manga

An art style that originated in Japan is known for its distinctive aesthetic, including large eyes, exaggerated facial expressions, and stylized forms. Best used for creating highly expressive and emotive illustrations that convey a sense of energy and movement.

A manga style portrait of Michael Jackson in an alley — ar 3:4 — v 5

Thank you for taking the time to accompany us in this exploration.

I hope you can incorporate these art-style keywords into your prompts to generate new unique images and push your creative boundaries.

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Roberto Morais

CTO, writer, creator, and entrepreneur. Writing on how to leverage AI for faster businesses. 👨🏽‍💻 Exclusive content for free on: http://thesidepreneur.com/