Image Generation Midjourney image Prompt Tested Reviewed by Sushil Joshi

Candid Smartphone Selfie On Pink Velvet Sofa | HowToWritePrompt

A structured Image Generation prompt optimized for midjourney. Utilizes a 105mm optical perspective and Moody chiaroscuro single-source key light with deep velvety shadows to produce crisp, high-detail results without artificial smoothing.

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{ "structured_image_prompt": { "output_specification": { "format_constraints": { "aspect_ratio_numerical": "4:5", "aspect_ratio_orientation": "portrait" }, "aesthetic_target": { "primary_style": "photorealistic", "sub_genre": "candid smartphone selfie", "realism_fidelity": "high, unpolished, naturalistic" } }, "photographic_parameters": { "camera_mechanics": { "viewpoint_angle": "high-angle looking down", "point_of_view": "subject's own hand holding camera (selfie)", "lens_character": "smartphone wide-angle" }, "lighting_scenario": { "quality": "soft, diffuse, ambient", "sources": "mixed indoor domestic light (non-flash)", "atmosphere_created": "casual, cozy, relaxed" }, "optical_focus": { "focal_plane": "sharp on subject's face and eyes", "background_blur": "shallow depth of field (soft bokeh)" }, "color_grading": { "palette_tones": "warm indoor, muted pinks, berry, grey", "saturation_level": "natural" } }, "subject_definition": { "identity_lock_constraint": { "target_person": "the person I uploaded", "facial_accuracy_requirement": "absolute 100% likeness match to the picture I uploaded" }, "physical_state": { "pose_body": "lying back supine on surface", "pose_head": "angled upwards towards lens", "gaze_direction": "direct eye contact with camera", "expression_type": "neutral, natural, calm" }, "hair_attributes": { "color_base": "dark black", "length_category": "long", "texture_condition": "slightly messy, tousled", "spatial_arrangement": "fanned out loosely around head on sofa surface" } }, "attire_and_accessories_inventory": { "clothing_upper_body": { "garment_type": "crop top", "textile_fabric": "ribbed knit", "color_value": "{argument name="top color" default="berry"}", "graphic_print_details": { "text_content": "JOCKEY", "text_color": "white", "text_position": "centered chest" } }, "clothing_lower_body": { "garment_type": "sweatpants", "color_value": "grey", "textile_fabric": "fleece/cotton" }, "worn_accessories": { "item_type": "over-ear headphones", "color_value": "pastel pink", "size_descriptor": "large", "placement_state": "resting inactive around neck" } }, "environmental_context": { "immediate_surface_interaction": { "object_type": "sofa", "upholstery_material": "plush velvet", "upholstery_color": "pink", "construction_detail": "tufted buttons" }, "background_environment": { "location_type": "indoor living room", "visual_clarity": "indistinct/blurred", "vibe_descriptors": ["domesti" } } } }, Over-the-shoulder conversational cinematic framing, captured on Arri Alexa Mini LF with Cooke Anamorphic /i Prime 40mm lens, Moody chiaroscuro single-source side lighting with deep velvety shadows, authentic skin micro-textures, true-to-life surface physics, ultra-detailed editorial photography, Straight-on symmetrical frontal angle, captured on 105mm macro detail lens, Moody chiaroscuro single-source key light with deep velvety shadows, natural surface physics, 8K ultra-detailed editorial photography --ar 9:16 --v 6.1 --style raw
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  • Subject Definition: { "structured_image_prompt": { "output_specification": { "format_constraints": { "aspect_ratio_numerical": "4:5", "aspect_ratio_orientation": "portrait" }, "aesthetic_target": { "primary_style": "photorealistic", "sub_genre": "candid smartphone selfie", "realism_fidelity": "high, unpolished, naturalistic" } }, "photographic_parameters": { "camera_mechanics": { "viewpoint_angle": "high-angle looking down", "point_of_view": "subject's own hand holding camera (selfie)", "lens_character": "smartphone wide-angle" }, "lighting_scenario": { "quality": "soft, diffuse, ambient", "sources": "mixed indoor domestic light (non-flash)", "atmosphere_created": "casual, cozy, relaxed" }, "optical_focus": { "focal_plane": "sharp on subject's face and eyes", "background_blur": "shallow depth of field (soft bokeh)" }, "color_grading": { "palette_tones": "warm indoor, muted pinks, berry, grey", "saturation_level": "natural" } }, "subject_definition": { "identity_lock_constraint": { "target_person": "the person I uploaded", "facial_accuracy_requirement": "absolute 100% likeness match to the picture I uploaded" }, "physical_state": { "pose_body": "lying back supine on surface", "pose_head": "angled upwards towards lens", "gaze_direction": "direct eye contact with camera", "expression_type": "neutral, natural, calm" }, "hair_attributes": { "color_base": "dark black", "length_category": "long", "texture_condition": "slightly messy, tousled", "spatial_arrangement": "fanned out loosely around head on sofa surface" } }, "attire_and_accessories_inventory": { "clothing_upper_body": { "garment_type": "crop top", "textile_fabric": "ribbed knit", "color_value": "{argument name="top color" default="berry"}", "graphic_print_details": { "text_content": "JOCKEY", "text_color": "white", "text_position": "centered chest" } }, "clothing_lower_body": { "garment_type": "sweatpants", "color_value": "grey", "textile_fabric": "fleece/cotton" }, "worn_accessories": { "item_type": "over-ear headphones", "color_value": "pastel pink", "size_descriptor": "large", "placement_state": "resting inactive around neck" } }, "environmental_context": { "immediate_surface_interaction": { "object_type": "sofa", "upholstery_material": "plush velvet", "upholstery_color": "pink", "construction_detail": "tufted buttons" }, "background_environment": { "location_type": "indoor living room", "visual_clarity": "indistinct/blurred", "vibe_descriptors": ["domesti" } } } }, Over-the-shoulder conversational cinematic framing, captured on Arri Alexa Mini LF with Cooke Anamorphic /i Prime 40mm lens, Moody chiaroscuro single-source side lighting with deep velvety shadows, authentic skin micro-textures, true-to-life surface physics, ultra-detailed editorial photography

  • Framing & Shot Type: Low-angle hero perspective (Straight-on symmetrical frontal angle)

  • Optics & Focal Intent: 105mm macro detail lens at f/1.4 ultra-shallow depth of field with creamy background separation

  • Lighting Atmosphere: Moody chiaroscuro single-source key light with deep velvety shadows

  • Color Grading: Subtle film stock aesthetic with lifted blacks and soft highlight rolloff

  • 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.
Prompt Tested
21 August 2026
Model: Midjourney (v6.1)
Reviewed by: Sushil Joshi
✓ High surface detail ✓ Balanced natural lighting △ Complex crowd composition requires higher step count
sushil joshi
Lead AI Prompt Engineer · HowToWritePrompt

I am a Prompt Engineer and Web Developer passionate about building AI-powered tools, crafting effective prompts, and developing modern, user-friendly web applications. I enjoy combining artificial intelligence with web technologies to create innovative solutions that improve productivity and user experience.