How to Write Better AI Image Prompts
Write better AI image prompts by including: subject (what's in the image), visual style (photographic/illustrated), lighting (soft morning/dramatic), mood (cozy/epic), composition (close-up/wide), and quality descriptors (professional photography, ultra detailed). Specificity consistently improves output.
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What's the most common mistake in AI prompts?
Being too vague. 'Product photo' produces generic results. 'Glass serum bottle on white marble, soft studio lighting from left, subtle drop shadow, luxury minimal aesthetic' produces commercial imagery.
Should I describe what I don't want?
Negative prompts help refine output. Useful additions: 'no text, no watermark, no blur, no distortion.' Focus positive prompts first, add negatives only for consistently unwanted elements.
What photography terms improve prompts?
Camera terms: 'shot on 85mm, shallow depth of field, bokeh background.' Lighting: 'Rembrandt lighting, soft box, golden hour.' These guide AI toward photographic realism.
How long should an AI prompt be?
20-60 words is optimal. Too short produces generic results; too long can confuse with contradictions. Focus on most impactful details: subject, style, lighting, and mood.