Style and Aesthetic Parameters
Naming a style directly
Reference specific mediums and movements: "flat vector illustration", "oil painting", "cyberpunk neon", "minimalist line art". Naming a concrete style gives far more consistent results than vague words like "nice" or "cool".
Consistency across a set
For a coherent series (e.g., 5 blog post images), reuse the exact same style descriptors, aspect ratio, and parameters in every prompt, changing only the subject. This is how brands keep AI visuals looking cohesive.
Style references and mixing
Some tools let you upload a reference image to guide style (Midjourney's --sref). You can also blend two styles in one prompt ("in the style of X mixed with Y") to create a distinctive look.
Key Takeaways
- Name concrete styles and mediums rather than vague adjectives.
- Reuse the same style descriptors across a set for visual consistency.
- Style reference images can lock in a specific look.
- Blending two named styles creates distinctive, brand-specific aesthetics.
Build a consistent style set
Generate 3 images with the same style descriptor and aspect ratio, varying only the subject, and confirm the set feels visually cohesive.