🎨 A List of Art Styles for Midjourney - With Examples

Sometimes when you are using Midjourney, you may have a clear picture of what you want in your head but the words needed to describe it don't come to mind.

To help with this, I have created a list of prominent art styles with examples so that you can always know what type of art you want to produce in Midjourney.

Realism

A style that aims to depict subjects with a high degree of accuracy and detail, often focusing on everyday life.

An example of realist art created using Midjourney

Impressionism

Known for its emphasis on capturing the fleeting effects of light and colour, often in outdoor scenes.

An example of Impressionist art created using Midjourney

Post-Impressionism

Artists in this style built upon Impressionism, often using bold colours, geometric shapes, and distorted perspectives.

An example of Post-Impressionist art created using Midjourney

Cubism

Characterized by the use of geometric shapes and fragmented forms to represent subjects from multiple viewpoints.

An example of Cubist art created using Midjourney

Surrealism

A movement that explores the irrational and dreamlike, often featuring unexpected juxtapositions and fantastical elements.

An example of Cubist art created using Midjourney

Abstract Expressionism

Artists express emotions and concepts through non-representational, abstract forms, often with bold brushwork and gestural marks.

An example of Abstract-Expressionist art created using Midjourney

Pop Art

Celebrates popular culture and consumerism by incorporating everyday objects and icons into art.

An example of Pop art created using Midjourney

Minimalism

Emphasizes simplicity, clean lines, and a reduction of elements to their essential forms.

An example of Minimalist art created using Midjourney

Renaissance

A period marked by a revival of interest in classical art and humanism, characterized by realistic portrayals and perspective.

An example of Renaissance art created using Midjourney

Baroque

Known for its dramatic and ornate style, often used to depict grandeur and emotion.

An example of Baroque art created using Midjourney

Rococo

A decorative and ornamental style often associated with pastel colours, curves, and lighthearted themes.

An example of Rococo art created using Midjourney

Neoclassicism

Revives classical Greek and Roman art forms, characterized by simplicity, order, and idealized forms.

An example of Neoclassical art created using Midjourney

Fauvism

Artists use bold and non-naturalistic colours to create emotionally charged works.

An example of Fauvist art created using Midjourney

Art Nouveau

Characterized by flowing lines, organic forms, and intricate designs, often used in architecture and decorative arts.

An example of Art Nouveau created using Midjourney

Expressionism

Artists emphasize emotions and subjective experiences through distorted and exaggerated forms.

An example of Expressionist art created using Midjourney

Constructivism

A movement that emphasizes the use of industrial materials and geometric forms, often in abstract and utilitarian works.

An example of Constructivist art created using Midjourney

Abstract Art

Non-representational art that explores colour, form, and composition to convey meaning and emotion.

An example of Abstract art created using Midjourney

Conceptual Art

Focuses on the idea or concept behind the artwork, often challenging traditional notions of aesthetics.

An example of Conceptual art created using Midjourney

Contemporary Art

A broad category encompassing a wide range of styles and approaches, reflecting the diversity of today's art world.

An example of Contemporary art created using Midjourney

What Now?

Now you have a better and clearer idea of what some of the biggest art movements were and what they looked like, you can take that knowledge and prompt Midjourney to create images inspired by these amazing art movements.