Black-and-white colors

Monochromatic color scheme in art and design

Black-and-white colors Midjourney AI style | General Modifiers | Midlibrary
Black-and-white colors Midjourney AI style | General Modifiers | Midlibrary
Black-and-white colors Midjourney AI style | General Modifiers | Midlibrary
Black-and-white colors Midjourney AI style | General Modifiers | Midlibrary
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Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: abstract 3D render
abstract 3D render
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: megacity with futuristic bioarchitecture
megacity with futuristic bioarchitecture
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: concept art character design of retropunk steam knight
concept art character design of retropunk steam knight
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: retro fairy-tale illustration
retro fairy-tale illustration
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: haute-couture fashion outfit
haute-couture fashion outfit
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: traditional folk art
traditional folk art
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: bold minimalist logo design for Istanbul city municipal services
bold minimalist logo design for Istanbul city municipal services
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: black-and-white manga comic strip --niji 6
black-and-white manga comic strip --niji 6
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: cinematic shot from sci-fi movie
cinematic shot from sci-fi movie
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: realistic landscape photograph of quiet dawn --style raw
realistic landscape photograph of quiet dawn --style raw
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: classical 18th-century oil painting
classical 18th-century oil painting
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: creative pattern composition
creative pattern composition
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: photographic portrait of female protagonist
photographic portrait of female protagonist
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: technical infrastructure blueprint schematics
technical infrastructure blueprint schematics
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: typographic composition with large letters
typographic composition with large letters
Monochromatic color scheme in art and design | Midjourney SREF style | Prompt: editorial illustration for popular scientific magazine cover
editorial illustration for popular scientific magazine cover
About

Black-and-white colors is a visual style that emphasizes the use of only black and white tones to create striking and high-contrast imagery. This approach has been used historically in photography, film, and art to focus on form, texture, and composition without the distraction of color. It often evokes a sense of timelessness and classic elegance, while also allowing for dramatic contrasts and depth.

Black-and-white colors' Midjourney style is characterized by its surreal and abstract qualities, featuring intricate patterns and bold, expressive lines. The compositions are dynamic, with interwoven lines and layered textures creating a sense of movement and depth. This style often incorporates optical illusions and geometric forms, resulting in a mysterious and intense atmosphere. The monochrome palette enhances the high contrast, making the visual elements stand out vividly. Techniques such as digital illustration and texture layering are employed to achieve a contemporary and experimental artistic style, reminiscent of op art and abstract expressionism.

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Most promising Midjourney styles in our catalog get a special treatment in our Benchmarking Lab—we run each of such styles through a special test, consisting of nine standardized prompts. Want to learn more? Check out our special guide: Nine Prompts, Nine Stories →

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