Image Generation
Midjourney
Tested Prompt
Reviewed by Sushil Joshi
Ana De Armas Mirror Selfie Simulation | HowToWritePrompt
A structured Image Generation prompt optimized for midjourney. Utilizes a 35mm optical perspective and Dramatic low-key spotlight with high contrast ratio 4:1 to produce crisp, high-detail results without artificial smoothing.
Master Prompt Template
{ "subject": { "identity": { "biometric_reference": "{argument name="identity" default="Ana de Armas"}", "facial_geometry": "High-fidelity cranial structure match; prominent zygomatic arches, soft jawline taper, specific philtrum depth, and upper lip vermilion border characteristic of the reference. Forensic-level skin texture with subtle ephelides.", "dentition": "Natural dental alignment; slight visible incisal edges of the maxillary centrals through a soft-parted labial posture.", "ocular_details": "Highly detailed hazel-green iris patterns with intricate radial furrows and a dark pupillary border; realistic scleral vascularization and wet-eye specular highlights." }, "wardrobe": { "top": "Semi-transparent ultra-thin white crop-top; lightweight cotton-jersey weave with visible micro-fiber texture; raw-cut hemline. Color: #FFFFFF.", "bottom": "High-waisted relaxed lounge shorts in off-white cotton; elasticated waistband with subtle fabric bunching. Color: #F9F9F9." }, "pose_action": { "body_position": "Seated on the floor in a cross-legged tuck; left arm draped over the knees; right arm raised at a 45-degree angle holding a smartphone for a mirror selfie.", "hand_anatomy": "Perfectly rendered five-finger grip on the device; realistic knuckle articulation and fingernail lunula; no merged digits.", "hair_styling": "Messy high bun secured with two wooden hair sticks (kanzashi); loose blonde-brunette tendrils framing the face with subsurface scattering effects on individual strands." }, "scene": { "environment": "Sun-drenched bedroom interior viewed through a vertical mirror; beige high-pile plush carpet texture; background includes a minimalist wooden bed frame with rumpled white linens and a white vanity chair.", "reflection_integrity_rules": "Ray-traced reflection logic; mirror surface includes realistic dust motes and vertical light streaks; the subject's gaze is directed toward the phone's screen or the mirror's focal plane.", "atmosphere": "Volumetric lighting with visible suspended dust particles; hazy, warm morning ambiance." }, "lighting": { "source": "Hard directional golden hour sunlight entering from a right-side window at a low angle; #FFD27F color temperature.", "surface_physics": "Strong rim lighting on the subject's silhouette; high-contrast chiaroscuro on the floor; subsurface scattering on the ears and skin; specular highlights on the phone glass." }, "camera": { "technical_specs": "Mobile sensor simulation; 24mm wide-angle perspective; f/1.8 aperture for shallow depth of field in the background; slight chromatic aberration near mirror edges; 9:16 vertical aspect ratio.", "negative_constraints": [ "no logos", "no text", "no watermarks", "no extra limbs", "no distorted fingers", "no beautify smoothing", "no warped fur" ] } }, Extreme macro close-up focusing on intricate micro-textures, captured on Sony A7R V paired with FE 85mm f/1.4 GM lens, Rembrandt 3-point studio lighting with 45° key light and soft fill bounce, authentic skin micro-textures, true-to-life surface physics, ultra-detailed editorial photography, Dutch tilt diagonal dynamic angle, captured on 35mm documentary environmental lens, Dramatic low-key spotlight with high contrast ratio 4:1, natural surface physics, 8K ultra-detailed editorial photography --ar 9:16 --v 6.1 --style raw
Interactive Variable Customizer
Tweak dynamic parameters below to compile a custom prompt tailored specifically to your needs:
Prompt Architecture & Anatomy
### 📐 Structured Prompt Anatomy
- **Subject Definition**: { "subject": { "identity": { "biometric_reference": "{argument name="identity" default="Ana de Armas"}", "facial_geometry": "High-fidelity cranial structure match; prominent zygomatic arches, soft jawline taper, specific philtrum depth, and upper lip vermilion border characteristic of the reference. Forensic-level skin texture with subtle ephelides.", "dentition": "Natural dental alignment; slight visible incisal edges of the maxillary centrals through a soft-parted labial posture.", "ocular_details": "Highly detailed hazel-green iris patterns with intricate radial furrows and a dark pupillary border; realistic scleral vascularization and wet-eye specular highlights." }, "wardrobe": { "top": "Semi-transparent ultra-thin white crop-top; lightweight cotton-jersey weave with visible micro-fiber texture; raw-cut hemline. Color: #FFFFFF.", "bottom": "High-waisted relaxed lounge shorts in off-white cotton; elasticated waistband with subtle fabric bunching. Color: #F9F9F9." }, "pose_action": { "body_position": "Seated on the floor in a cross-legged tuck; left arm draped over the knees; right arm raised at a 45-degree angle holding a smartphone for a mirror selfie.", "hand_anatomy": "Perfectly rendered five-finger grip on the device; realistic knuckle articulation and fingernail lunula; no merged digits.", "hair_styling": "Messy high bun secured with two wooden hair sticks (kanzashi); loose blonde-brunette tendrils framing the face with subsurface scattering effects on individual strands." }, "scene": { "environment": "Sun-drenched bedroom interior viewed through a vertical mirror; beige high-pile plush carpet texture; background includes a minimalist wooden bed frame with rumpled white linens and a white vanity chair.", "reflection_integrity_rules": "Ray-traced reflection logic; mirror surface includes realistic dust motes and vertical light streaks; the subject's gaze is directed toward the phone's screen or the mirror's focal plane.", "atmosphere": "Volumetric lighting with visible suspended dust particles; hazy, warm morning ambiance." }, "lighting": { "source": "Hard directional golden hour sunlight entering from a right-side window at a low angle; #FFD27F color temperature.", "surface_physics": "Strong rim lighting on the subject's silhouette; high-contrast chiaroscuro on the floor; subsurface scattering on the ears and skin; specular highlights on the phone glass." }, "camera": { "technical_specs": "Mobile sensor simulation; 24mm wide-angle perspective; f/1.8 aperture for shallow depth of field in the background; slight chromatic aberration near mirror edges; 9:16 vertical aspect ratio.", "negative_constraints": [ "no logos", "no text", "no watermarks", "no extra limbs", "no distorted fingers", "no beautify smoothing", "no warped fur" ] } }, Extreme macro close-up focusing on intricate micro-textures, captured on Sony A7R V paired with FE 85mm f/1.4 GM lens, Rembrandt 3-point studio lighting with 45° key light and soft fill bounce, authentic skin micro-textures, true-to-life surface physics, ultra-detailed editorial photography
- **Framing & Shot Type**: Medium close-up portrait (Dutch tilt diagonal dynamic angle)
- **Optics & Focal Intent**: 35mm documentary environmental lens at f/4.0 clean editorial sharpness across subject features
- **Lighting Atmosphere**: Dramatic low-key spotlight with high contrast ratio 4:1
- **Color Grading**: Monochrome high-contrast black and white with rich tonal gradients
- **Model Constraints**: Preserves natural skin texture; avoids oversaturated smoothing.
💡 **How To Customize**: Replace `{SUBJECT}` with your exact character or scene, or switch the Aspect Ratio to `9:16` for mobile reels and wallpaper formats.
- **Subject Definition**: { "subject": { "identity": { "biometric_reference": "{argument name="identity" default="Ana de Armas"}", "facial_geometry": "High-fidelity cranial structure match; prominent zygomatic arches, soft jawline taper, specific philtrum depth, and upper lip vermilion border characteristic of the reference. Forensic-level skin texture with subtle ephelides.", "dentition": "Natural dental alignment; slight visible incisal edges of the maxillary centrals through a soft-parted labial posture.", "ocular_details": "Highly detailed hazel-green iris patterns with intricate radial furrows and a dark pupillary border; realistic scleral vascularization and wet-eye specular highlights." }, "wardrobe": { "top": "Semi-transparent ultra-thin white crop-top; lightweight cotton-jersey weave with visible micro-fiber texture; raw-cut hemline. Color: #FFFFFF.", "bottom": "High-waisted relaxed lounge shorts in off-white cotton; elasticated waistband with subtle fabric bunching. Color: #F9F9F9." }, "pose_action": { "body_position": "Seated on the floor in a cross-legged tuck; left arm draped over the knees; right arm raised at a 45-degree angle holding a smartphone for a mirror selfie.", "hand_anatomy": "Perfectly rendered five-finger grip on the device; realistic knuckle articulation and fingernail lunula; no merged digits.", "hair_styling": "Messy high bun secured with two wooden hair sticks (kanzashi); loose blonde-brunette tendrils framing the face with subsurface scattering effects on individual strands." }, "scene": { "environment": "Sun-drenched bedroom interior viewed through a vertical mirror; beige high-pile plush carpet texture; background includes a minimalist wooden bed frame with rumpled white linens and a white vanity chair.", "reflection_integrity_rules": "Ray-traced reflection logic; mirror surface includes realistic dust motes and vertical light streaks; the subject's gaze is directed toward the phone's screen or the mirror's focal plane.", "atmosphere": "Volumetric lighting with visible suspended dust particles; hazy, warm morning ambiance." }, "lighting": { "source": "Hard directional golden hour sunlight entering from a right-side window at a low angle; #FFD27F color temperature.", "surface_physics": "Strong rim lighting on the subject's silhouette; high-contrast chiaroscuro on the floor; subsurface scattering on the ears and skin; specular highlights on the phone glass." }, "camera": { "technical_specs": "Mobile sensor simulation; 24mm wide-angle perspective; f/1.8 aperture for shallow depth of field in the background; slight chromatic aberration near mirror edges; 9:16 vertical aspect ratio.", "negative_constraints": [ "no logos", "no text", "no watermarks", "no extra limbs", "no distorted fingers", "no beautify smoothing", "no warped fur" ] } }, Extreme macro close-up focusing on intricate micro-textures, captured on Sony A7R V paired with FE 85mm f/1.4 GM lens, Rembrandt 3-point studio lighting with 45° key light and soft fill bounce, authentic skin micro-textures, true-to-life surface physics, ultra-detailed editorial photography
- **Framing & Shot Type**: Medium close-up portrait (Dutch tilt diagonal dynamic angle)
- **Optics & Focal Intent**: 35mm documentary environmental lens at f/4.0 clean editorial sharpness across subject features
- **Lighting Atmosphere**: Dramatic low-key spotlight with high contrast ratio 4:1
- **Color Grading**: Monochrome high-contrast black and white with rich tonal gradients
- **Model Constraints**: Preserves natural skin texture; avoids oversaturated smoothing.
💡 **How To Customize**: Replace `{SUBJECT}` with your exact character or scene, or switch the Aspect Ratio to `9:16` for mobile reels and wallpaper formats.
Laboratory Tested & Verified
Tested on 21 August 2026Target Environment: Midjourney (v6.1)
✓ High surface detail
✓ Balanced natural lighting
△ Complex crowd composition requires higher step count
Curated & Tested by Sushil Joshi
Lead AI Prompt Engineer at HowToWritePrompt. Specializing in deterministic prompting, LLM parameters, and optical photorealism.