The prompt is the most important element in AI image generation. Mastering prompt writing is the difference between mediocre and professional results.
Key takeaways:
- Structure: subject + details + lighting + style
- Specificity dramatically improves results
- Negative prompts avoid unwanted elements
- Practice and experimentation are essential
What Is a Prompt
A natural language description telling the AI what to generate. MitikAI accepts prompts in any language.
Structure of an Effective Prompt
- Main subject
- Descriptive details
- Environment
- Lighting — most impactful
- Style and quality
Example: “Latte art coffee, white cup on rustic wood table, natural side light, professional food photography, high res, soft bokeh”
Examples by Category
Product
“White sneakers floating on pastel blue gradient, overhead studio lighting, catalog photography, 4K”
Social media
“Creative desk flat lay, laptop, plant, coffee, warm tones, top-down, Instagram lifestyle”
Real estate
“Modern minimalist living room, grey sofa, large windows, golden light, wide angle”
Common Mistakes
- Too vague
- Too many concepts
- Forgetting lighting
- No negative prompt
Advanced Techniques
Put important words first. Use negative prompts. Reference known styles: “Wes Anderson style”, “Vogue editorial”.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long should a prompt be?
20-80 words is ideal.
Can I copy prompts?
Yes, sharing and adapting prompts is common practice.
Does language affect results?
Modern models understand multiple languages.