shadows and overlapping layers prompts

3 months ago

contemporary collage poster, centered stacked composition, mixed-media photo, composite portrait assembled from many misaligned rectangular photo cutouts of diverse faces, fragments vary in scale, tone and texture, with visible cut-paper edges and slight overlaps, pure black background with generous negative space, editorial poster layout with a few bold yellow rectangular accent blocks without any text, realistic paper grain, subtle tape cast shadows between layers, scanner noise, crisp 300-dpi edges --ar 9:16 --quality 2 --raw --stylize 300

6 months ago

A full-length image of a graceful woman with shoulder-length, slightly messy blonde hair. She is wearing a stylish emerald dress with a attractive neckline, decorated with intricate patterns inspired by impressionist art. The setting features a textured, artistic background with warm and harmonious tones, including gold, turquoise, and emerald. The painting evokes a serene, soft atmosphere, with dynamic, natural lighting that highlights the details of the composition. The style is reminiscent of classic impressionist oil paintings, focusing on vibrant brushstrokes and a timeless artistic elegance. Soft focus, warm glow. Brushstrokes of gold, turquoise, and crimson. Dramatic lighting, subtle shadows. 8K resolution, hyperdetailed, textured, masterpiece. Volumetric lighting, triadic colors, Unreal Engine 5. Perfect composition, Artstation trending, Splash art. cubist painting, Neo-Cubism, layered overlapping geometry, art deco painting, Dribbble, geometric fauvism, layered geometric vector art, maximalism; V-Ray, Unreal Engine 5, angular oil painting, DeviantArt

8 months ago

Lone cherry blossom tree rooted in dark, level terrain between layered mountain ridges. The tree is slightly off-center with elegant, curved branches and sparse blossoms in faint, desaturated pink and purple tones — barely visible and atmospheric. The scene is mid-range with heavy depth, surrounded by overlapping mountains and thick rolling fog. All tones are deep black, grayscale, and charcoal with minimal faded white used only for atmospheric layering. The lighting is soft and diffused, casting gentle shadows across the terrain. The environment feels grounded, calm, and cinematic with a moody ink-wash aesthetic inspired by Ghost of Tsushima. The entire composition is structured, still, and emotionally powerful.

2 months ago

Photorealistic close-up portrait of a Black male artist, face and features entirely composed from a mosaic of newspaper and magazine clippings, cut-out letters, and torn paper arranged in a collage reminiscent of classic ransom notes, irregular and overlapping edges forming a cohesive portrait, cinematic soft lighting, subtle neon highlights, introspective nocturnal urban vibe, stylized like modern synth-pop musicians, textured layers, detailed facial features emerging from the collage, dramatic shadows, 8k --v 6 --ar 3:4 --q 2 --style 4a

6 months ago

A photorealistic dragon covered entirely in overlapping full-sized compact discs (12 cm diameter) as scales, each disc circular, metallic, and iridescent with realistic scratches, cracks, and fingerprints. The dragon is flying with its large wings fully spread wide, showing intricate layering of CDs on the wings as well. The dragon’s body is dynamic in mid-air pose, with glowing mechanical parts visible between the discs. Sun reflecting in the cds. The background is a futuristic, slightly ruined urban landscape under dramatic lighting. The scene is rendered in high resolution with sharp details, realistic shadows, and intense contrast. Composition is centered and in 16:9 widescreen format, emphasizing motion, power, and the shimmering reflective qualities of the CD scales and wings.

9 months ago

A breathtaking ultra-high-definition macro photograph capturing the intricate textures and natural symmetry of a pine cone. The camera lens focuses on the overlapping, tightly-packed woody scales, revealing their fine details—each ridge, crack, and subtle curve shaped by time and nature. The surface has a slightly weathered look, with faint traces of resin clinging to the edges, catching the soft light. Tiny specks of dust and organic debris nestle within the crevices, emphasizing the pine cone's connection to the forest floor. The lighting is warm and directional, casting delicate shadows that accentuate the depth and rugged texture of the scales. The background is blurred into a creamy bokeh effect, featuring out-of-focus elements of dried leaves, pine needles, and earthy forest tones in rich browns, deep greens, and golden hues. A soft glow filters through the scene, mimicking gentle sunlight filtering through the tree canopy above. Subtle moisture droplets may cling to the edges of the pine cone, adding an extra layer of realism and freshness. The shallow depth of field isolates the subject, making it the undeniable focal point, while preserving the atmospheric beauty of the natural setting. The composition is balanced and aesthetically captivating, embodying the quiet elegance of nature’s organic designs.