Classical Engraving Style Midjourney SREF Prompts Guide
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Version: v 7
SV: 6
sref code and prompt case 1 --sref 1221014195
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To highlight the unique advantages and features of the style, we have carefully crafted custom prompts for each sref. By using these prompts, you can perfectly replicate the sref's effects.

Art Style Type

This SREF style masterfully blends classical engraving art with contemporary illustration design. It draws heavily from traditional European copperplate and woodcut engraving techniques, particularly the line engraving styles popular during the Renaissance and 18th-19th centuries. This style belongs to the classical engraving category because it employs dense parallel lines and cross-hatching shadows to create depth and texture—hallmark characteristics of traditional printmaking craftsmanship. Meanwhile, it incorporates modern illustration composition concepts and visual expression methods, breathing contemporary artistic vitality into ancient techniques.

Style Characteristics

The defining feature of this SREF is its meticulous line craftsmanship and dramatic chiaroscuro contrasts. Every detail is constructed through dense, orderly line work that creates richly layered visual effects. This style impresses because it seamlessly merges traditional handicraft mastery with digital artistry, preserving the classical elegance of engraving while maintaining modern design clarity. The directional flow and density variations of the lines not only sculpt structural forms but also convey a sense of solemn artistic dignity, imbuing works with profound historical and cultural depth.

Style-Enhancing Prompt Keywords

  • engraving: Adding this word further strengthens the refined texture of traditional engraving, making lines sharper and clearer while enhancing overall craftsmanship
  • crosshatching: Using this word significantly amplifies cross-shadow effects, enriching tonal layers and making form modeling more dimensional
  • medieval illuminated manuscript: Incorporating this element adds ornate classical decorative artistry, enhancing historical resonance and artistic value

Recommended Application Scenarios

This style is particularly suited for premium brand identity design, historical theme illustrations, classical literature book covers, museum exhibition posters, luxury book binding, and collectible artwork creation. It can infuse modern commercial design with profound cultural heritage, making it ideal for projects requiring authority, historical significance, and artistic value.

More Prompt Tips & Tricks


You can explore further by combining the following prompt command for MidJourney:

  • --sv: There are six versions of the Style Reference feature in Midjourney version 7 when using images. Use the --sv parameter to choose between them. --sv 6 is default. --sv 4 is the old V7 sref model (prior to June 16, 2025). Using --sv 6 and --sv 4 may produce different style results.
  • --s: Default value is 100, can be set from 0 to 1000. The higher the value, the more detailed the image, and the closer the style may be to reality.
  • -niji 6: Using this command will give the image a more anime style.
  • --sw: Default value is 100, can be input from 0 to 1000. A higher value makes the style closer to the original.
  • You can now blend multiple --sref codes together (for example --sref 123 456 )
  • You can weigh individual codes or urls as follows --sref 123::2
  • You can also read more guides on How to use SREF Code

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