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# Prompt Writing Guide

> Master the art of writing effective prompts for better AI generations

## The Art of Prompt Writing

Great prompts are the key to outstanding AI-generated content. Learn how to communicate effectively with AI models to get exactly what you envisage.

## Prompt Structure

### Basic Formula

```
[Subject] + [Action/Pose] + [Setting] + [Style] + [Technical Details]
```

### Detailed Breakdown

<Steps>
  <Step title="Subject (Who/What)">
    Define the main focus of your image or video

    * "A professional businesswoman"
    * "A vintage sports car"
    * "A cozy coffee shop interior"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Action/Pose">
    Describe what's happening or how subjects are positioned

    * "confidently presenting to a boardroom"
    * "parked on a city street at sunset"
    * "with customers enjoying morning coffee"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Setting/Environment">
    Establish the location and context

    * "in a modern glass office building"
    * "with neon lights reflecting off wet pavement"
    * "with warm wooden furniture and plants"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Style/Mood">
    Set the artistic direction and emotional tone

    * "corporate and professional atmosphere"
    * "cinematic film noir style"
    * "cozy and inviting ambiance"
  </Step>

  <Step title="Technical Details">
    Specify camera, lighting, and quality parameters

    * "85mm lens, shallow depth of field"
    * "dramatic side lighting, high contrast"
    * "natural window lighting, soft shadows"
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Effective Prompt Examples

### Portrait Photography

<CodeGroup>
  ```text Professional Headshot theme={null}
  A confident young professional in a navy blue suit, sitting at a modern desk, genuine smile, corporate office background, natural window lighting, 85mm lens, shallow depth of field, high-end business portrait
  ```

  ```text Creative Portrait   theme={null}
  An artistic portrait of a musician with vintage guitar, moody studio lighting, black background, dramatic shadows, 50mm lens, professional music photography style
  ```

  ```text Lifestyle Portrait theme={null}
  A casual portrait of a content creator in their home studio, surrounded by camera equipment, warm golden hour lighting through large windows, authentic and relatable mood
  ```
</CodeGroup>

### Scene Generation

<CodeGroup>
  ```text Urban Scene theme={null}
  A bustling city street at golden hour, people walking on sidewalks, modern architecture, warm streetlights beginning to illuminate, cinematic wide-angle shot, urban lifestyle photography
  ```

  ```text Interior Scene theme={null}
  A luxury hotel lobby with marble floors and crystal chandeliers, elegant guests checking in, soft ambient lighting, architectural photography, high-end hospitality design
  ```

  ```text Product Scene theme={null}
  A premium smartphone on a minimalist white desk, soft studio lighting, clean modern workspace, commercial product photography, macro lens detail
  ```
</CodeGroup>

## Power Words and Phrases

### Quality Enhancers

* **Photorealistic**: Emphasises realistic appearance
* **High-resolution**: Suggests detail and clarity
* **Professional**: Implies commercial-grade quality
* **Cinematic**: Adds movie-like production value
* **Award-winning**: Suggests exceptional quality

### Lighting Terms

* **Golden hour**: Warm, natural sunset/sunrise light
* **Soft lighting**: Gentle, flattering illumination
* **Dramatic lighting**: High contrast, moody shadows
* **Studio lighting**: Professional, controlled lighting
* **Natural light**: Realistic, everyday lighting

### Camera/Technical Terms

* **85mm lens**: Portrait lens, natural perspective
* **Wide-angle**: Expansive view, environmental context
* **Macro lens**: Extreme close-up detail
* **Shallow depth of field**: Blurred background focus
* **Eye-level**: Natural, relatable perspective

## Common Mistakes to Avoid

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Overly Complex Prompts">
    **Problem**: Too many conflicting elements

    **Bad**: "A person who is both a doctor and a chef cooking in a hospital kitchen while performing surgery"

    **Good**: "A professional chef preparing a gourmet meal in a modern restaurant kitchen"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Vague Descriptions">
    **Problem**: Lacks specific details

    **Bad**: "A nice person in a place"

    **Good**: "A friendly barista serving coffee in a cozy neighborhood café"
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Contradictory Instructions">
    **Problem**: Conflicting style or technical requirements

    **Bad**: "Bright sunny day with moody dark lighting"

    **Good**: "Bright sunny day with natural outdoor lighting" OR "Moody dark atmosphere with dramatic studio lighting"
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Advanced Prompt Techniques

### Negative Prompts

Specify what you DON'T want:

* "No blur, no distortion, no artificial elements"
* "Avoid cartoonish style, no oversaturation"
* "No crowd, no cluttered background"

### Style References

Reference specific artistic styles:

* "In the style of Annie Leibovitz portrait photography"
* "Corporate photography similar to LinkedIn profile photos"
* "Street photography aesthetic like Henri Cartier-Bresson"

### Emotional Direction

Guide the mood and feeling:

* "Confident and empowering atmosphere"
* "Warm and approachable personality"
* "Serious and professional demeanor"

## Model-Specific Tips

### Aura Photo Prompts

* Focus on realistic, photographic descriptions
* Include specific lighting and camera details
* Emphasize human subjects and portraits
* Use professional photography terminology

### Aura Video Prompts

* Describe subtle, natural movements
* Focus on character expressions and gestures
* Include environmental motion (wind, lighting changes)
* Keep actions simple and realistic

### Seedance Pro 1 Prompts

* Can handle more complex scene descriptions
* Works well with cinematic and dynamic content
* Include camera movement and scene transitions
* Can process more abstract concepts

## Prompt Iteration Strategy

<Steps>
  <Step title="Start Simple">
    Begin with basic subject + setting + style
  </Step>

  <Step title="Test and Refine">
    Generate with low quality to test concept
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Detail">
    Enhance with specific technical and style details
  </Step>

  <Step title="Fine-tune">
    Adjust based on results, add or remove elements
  </Step>

  <Step title="Final Generation">
    Use refined prompt with high quality settings
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Building Your Prompt Library

### Organise by Category

* **Portrait Templates**: Headshots, creative portraits, lifestyle
* **Scene Templates**: Urban, interior, product, nature
* **Style Presets**: Corporate, artistic, cinematic, casual
* **Technical Setups**: Lighting, camera angles, lenses

### Save Successful Prompts

* Document what works for your specific use cases
* Note which models respond best to certain styles
* Build templates for recurring project types
* Share effective prompts with team members

<Tip>
  Start with proven prompt templates and modify them for your specific needs. This is faster than writing from scratch and ensures consistent quality.
</Tip>

<Note>
  Great prompts are specific enough to guide the AI but flexible enough to allow for creative interpretation. Find the balance that works for your style.
</Note>