Dubbix Studio - Prompt Guidelines
Structure of the image prompt guidelines directory
EXTREMELY DETAILED IMAGE PROMPT GUIDELINES (DRAFT CONTENT)
1. Introduction to Prompt Engineering for Images
Prompt engineering for image generation is the craft of translating your imagination into precise, machine-understandable instructions. A strong prompt balances clarity, context, and creativity, describing what you want and how you want it to appear — visually, emotionally, and stylistically.
Your goal is not to “describe an image” but to direct its creation, much like an art director giving instructions to a visual effects team.
Golden Rule:
“A good image prompt reads like a movie director describing a single still frame.”
2. Prompt Anatomy: Key Components
Every well-structured image prompt contains these layers:
3. Style & Mood Directives
Style defines the “language” of your image. Mood defines its “emotion.” Combine both
deliberately.
Common Style Keywords:
- Realistic styles: photorealistic, hyperrealistic, cinematic realism, studio photography
- Painterly styles: watercolor, oil on canvas, gouache, pastel, impasto
- 3D / CGI: octane render, unreal engine, volumetric lighting, ray tracing
- Illustrative: comic book, cel-shaded, anime, digital illustration
- Vintage / Retro: 80s vaporwave, 90s magazine aesthetic, film grain
- Futuristic / Conceptual: cyberpunk, solarpunk, dystopian, utopian minimalism.
Mood Descriptors:
Soft, melancholic, dramatic, ethereal, energetic, gloomy, serene, mysterious, hopeful,
intense, somber, magical, nostalgic
Пример
An astronaut sitting on a park bench, cinematic realism, lonely and reflective mood, shallow depth of field, soft evening glow.”
4. Subject and Composition Detailing
Always start with the primary subject and define its:
Common Style Keywords:
- Position: centered, off-center, profile view, back view, aerial top-down
- Action: walking, standing still, holding a sword, looking at camera
- Expression: smiling softly, determined stare, blank emotionless look
- Clothing & Props: futuristic armor, medieval tunic, corporate suit
- Pose Dynamics: natural pose, heroic stance, relaxed seated posture
Composition Hints:
- U se “rule of thirds,” “leading lines,” “symmetrical composition,” or “portrait framing.
- Define depth by adding foreground, midground, and background elements.
Пример
“A knight in silver armor kneeling in a misty forest clearing, sword planted in ground, morning fog in
background, symmetrical composition, cinematic realism.”
5. Lighting and Color Theory in Prompts
Lighting changes everything — it s what makes a photo look alive.
Lighting changes everything — it’s what makes a photo look alive.
- Natural light, studio lighting, soft rim light, harsh overhead light
Golden hour, twilight, neon-lit, candle-lit, backlit, volumetric light
Dramatic spotlight, diffused sunlight, moonlight reflection
Color Palettes:
Color Palettes: gold, amber, crimson, coral
Cool palette: teal, violet, blue-gray, cyan
Contrasts: complementary colors, color blocking
Tone mood: pastel tones (gentle), monochrome (focused), high contrast (dynamic)
Пример
Cyberpunk woman standing in rain, neon purple reflections, teal shadows, cinematic moody lighting, wet surface reflections.”
6. Camera, Lens, and Perspective Control
Use cinematic terminology to anchor realism:
Camera Angles:
- low-angle (empowering subject)
- high-angle (vulnerable subject)
- dutch tilt (unsettling)
- over-the-shoulder
- wide establishing shot
- close-up portrait
Lens and Focal Lengths:
- 16mm (wide, environmental)
- 35mm (cinematic realism)
- 85mm (portrait compression)
- 200mm (intimate or voyeuristic shots)
Depth of Field:
- shallow (blurred background)
- deep (everything in focus)
Пример
“Portrait shot on 85mm lens, shallow depth of field, warm backlight, cinematic grain, moody contrast.”
7. Environment, Background, and Context
Specify the setting to anchor your subject:
Пример
“A samurai standing beneath cherry blossoms, petals falling, sunset lighting, traditional Kyoto temple in background.”
8. Texture, Material, and Detail Realism
High-detail prompts benefit from tactile language:
- Metallic sheen, velvet fabric, matte stone, cracked porcelain, wet concrete, brushed
steel, mist particles, worn leather, frost on glass, iridescent glow.
Combine material adjectives with macro or micro detail modifiers:
Macro shot of raindrops on a spider web, shallow focus, crystal reflections, bokeh background.”
9. Emotion, Action, and Movement Prompts
AI responds better when human intent is emotional and active.
- Action Words: running, falling, whispering, gazing, drifting, exploding, embracing, glowing.
- Emotion Words: sorrow, joy, rage, curiosity, peace, nostalgia
Пример
“A child chasing fireflies in twilight, joyful expression, motion blur trails, soft lens glow.
10. Artistic Styles and Medium Specific Instructions
You can emulate specific mediums by referencing tools or materials:
- Photography: DSLR photo, Kodak Portra 400 film, bokeh background
- Painting: oil on canvas, impressionist brushwork, chiaroscuro
- Digital: Procreate sketch, Adobe Illustrator vector, 3D octane render
- Traditional Art: pencil sketch, charcoal drawing, watercolor wash
Пример
Charcoal sketch of an old man s face, cross-hatching shadows, expressive wrinkles, chiaroscuro
lighting.”
11. Resolution, Aspect Ratio, and Framing Syntax
Always specify these for consistency:
12. Prompt Layering & Weighting Techniques
Use weighting syntax (if supported) to emphasize elements:
(subject:1.4) gives higher importance to that element.
Пример
(female astronaut:1.5), (nebula background:0.8), cinematic lighting, detailed texture
13. Negative Prompting Best Practices
Negative prompts refine clarity by telling the model what to avoid.
Examples:
- “no text, no watermark, no frame, no blurry details
- “no distorted faces, no extra limbs, no low-resolution artifacts
- “no unrealistic anatomy, no cropped head, no deformed eyes”
Use specific negatives over generic ones.
Instead of “no bad lighting,” write “no overexposed highlights, no heavy shadows.”
14. Prompt Templates by Category
- Product Photography
Luxury wristwatch on marble surface, soft overhead light, 50mm macro lens, shallow depth of field, studio setup, crisp reflections, 8K detail.” - Portrait
Close-up portrait of woman with freckles, natural light, 85mm lens, cinematic mood, soft background bokeh.” - Portrait
Desert traveler walking through sandstorm, wide-angle shot, 35mm film grain, golden hour light, volumetric dust, epic tone.” - Concept Art
“Alien city carved into cliffs, flying ships, glowing energy veins, overcast lighting, matte painting style.” - Portrait
High-fashion model in avant-garde outfit, minimalist studio, dramatic side lighting, Voguestyle editorial composition.”
15. Prompt Troubleshooting and Refinement
16. Versioning & Iteration Workflow
- V 1: Raw concept with short prompt
- V2: Add lighting, environment, composition
- V3: Add camera and technical realism
- V4: Refine emotion, action, and mood
- V5: Add specific styling references and negative prompts
Use specifiTrack prompt revisions in a naming system, e.g.:c negatives over generic ones.
scene_name_v03_realistic_lighting.json
17. Examples and Comparison of Prompts
Specify the setting to anchor your subject:
VIDEO GENERATION PROMPT & WORKFLOW GUIDELINE DIRECTORY
1. Introduction to Video Prompt Engineering
Prompting for video is about directing a moving world, not just describing still imagery. You’re crafting the pacing, lighting, and cinematic rhyth — like writing directions for a film crew.
A strong video prompt captures:
- The subject and its motion
- The emotional tone
- The camera behavior
- The environmental storytelling
- The pacing of time
Think of each prompt as your storyboard, condensed into one cinematic sentence.
2. Structure of a Complete Video Prompt
Every well-structured image prompt contains these layers:
3. Scene Planning & Sequencing
For longer videos, break scenes like a film script.
Add transitions like cut to, fade out, whip pan to guide flow.
4. Motion and Camera Direction
AI models interpret verbs and cinematic lingo literally.
Subject Motion
walks, runs, turns, waves, spins, smiles, leaps, looks up, breathes heavily
Camera Motion
- Static: tripod shot, locked-off frame
- Dynamic: dolly-in, tracking, crane-up, handheld, drone orbit, pan left
- Focus control: shallow depth, rack focus,
Пример
Camera follows behind as astronaut walks across red desert, slow tracking shot.”
5. Lighting and Mood Dynamics
Lighting defines emotional rhythm.
Types of Light:
- Soft morning glow
- Golden hour sunlight
- Cold fluorescent blue
- Candlelight flicker
- Neon reflections
- Backlit silhouette
Mood Examples: melancholic, dramatic, dreamy, tense, serene, nostalgic
“Close-up of woman by rainy window, cool blue light, slow dolly-in, somber mood.”
6. Environmental and World-Building Language
Describe the living environment and its dynamic behavior.
7. Texture, Materials, and Detail
Add sensory realism through surface language:
metallic reflections, fog particles, cracked stone, wet pavement, silk fabric, frost haze, leather shine.
Use words like: 5-second clip, gentle pacing, steady tempo, calm rhythm
Пример
“4K macro of ink spreading in water, slow motion, soft lighting, mesmerizing diffusion.”
8. Temporal Control (Pacing and Duration)
- Slow motion: dreamlike, emotional
- Normal speed: grounded realism
- Timelapse: dynamic storytelling
- Looping animation: continuous product or pattern videos
9. Cinematic Grammar (Framing, Shot Type, Lens)
Lens Choices:
16mm wide for landscapes, 35mm cinematic realism, 85mm intimate portrait, macro lens for texture.
10. Style & Genre Language
You can emulate specific mediums by referencing tools or materials:
Пример
“Perfume bottle in golden studio light, rotating slowly, macro lens, minimalistic aesthetic.”
11. Sound and Ambience (Optional)
Even when audio isn’t generated, sound language helps visual storytelling:
wind howling, soft piano, city bustle, echoing footsteps, water dripping, thunder in distance.
12. Aspect Ratio, Resolution, and Framing Syntax
Even when audio isn’t generated, sound language helps visual storytelling:
wind howling, soft piano, city bustle, echoing footsteps, water dripping, thunder in distance.
(subject:1.4) gives higher importance to that element.
Пример
(female astronaut:1.5), (nebula background:0.8), cinematic lighting, detailed texture
13. Negative Prompting for Video
Use to avoid visual flaws:
Examples:
- “no distortion, no flicker, no frame warping, no cut-off subjects
- “no low-poly look, no jittery camera, no sudden color shifts”
Refine realism:
“no overexposure, no cartoon physics, no abrupt transitions.”
14. Prompt Templates by Category
- Cinematic Scene
“Aerial tracking shot of car driving through desert road, warm golden hour light, dust trail behind, cinematic realism, 10s clip.”Product Showcase - Product Showcase
Rotating smartphone on glossy surface, gradient background, soft key light, ultra-detailed reflection, 6s commercial clip.” - Nature Scene
“Time-lapse of sunrise over ocean, clouds drift, golden tones, calm waves, 10s wide-angle 4K shot.” - Lifestyle
Friends laughing in café, sunlight streaming through window, handheld camera feel, candid mood, slow motion, cozy lighting.” - Conceptual
“Astronaut floating through galaxy of glowing orbs, surreal lighting, 3D render aesthetic, dreamy slow drift, ethereal tone.”
15. Troubleshooting Common Issues
16. Iteration & Version Control
- V1 Base idea and action
- V2 Add lighting and environment
- V3 Define camera movement
- V4 Adjust tone and pacing
- V5 Final refine and polish
File naming:
project_scene02_v03_realisticlighting.json
17. Prompt Layering & Weighting (Advanced)
Weighted structure for tools supporting syntax:
(subject:1.5), (camera motion:1.3), (background:0.8)
Prompt layers:
- Base scene
- Motion and camera
- Lighting and tone
- Technical realism
- Negative prompts
18. Temporal Continuity for Multi Scene Clips
To maintain consistency:
- Repeat subject descriptors
- Specify identical environments and lighting
- Mention “continues from previous scene
- Use consistent tone words
Пример
Scene 2 continues with same subject and lighting; camera now circles 180 around character
19. Color Grading & Film Look Language
You can emulate specific mediums by referencing tools or materials:
Use
cinematic color grading, analog film look, Kodak Portra 400 tone for realism.