Image prompt
Overhead food flat-lay
Overhead food flat-lay: a free, copy-paste prompt for Midjourney, Gemini and ChatGPT. Paste the prompt and fill in any [BRACKETED] fields to generate your image.
The prompt
Overhead flat-lay photograph of [DISH AND SIDES, e.g. a spread of South Indian breakfast on banana leaves], on a [SURFACE, e.g. rustic dark wooden table], with hands reaching in from the edges, scattered ingredients, natural window light from the left, warm tones, editorial food magazine style. --ar 4:5
Pro tip: Adding hands or props makes the scene feel alive and human.
How to use this prompt
- Open Midjourney and start a new image.
- Paste the prompt and replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your subject or brand.
- Generate a few variations and pick the closest.
- Refine by changing one detail at a time, such as the lighting, angle or colours.
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Image
- Works with
- Midjourney · Gemini · ChatGPT
- Length
- 48 words
- Fields to fill in
- DISH AND SIDES, SURFACE
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for Midjourney, Gemini and ChatGPT. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: DISH AND SIDES, SURFACE. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Can I use the generated image commercially?
That depends on the tool you generate it with and your plan. Check that tool's terms before you publish or sell the result.