Image prompt
Milky Way astrophotography
Milky Way astrophotography: 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
Astrophotography of the Milky Way arching over [FOREGROUND, e.g. a lone tent beside a still mountain lake], rich star detail, purple and teal galactic core, faint airglow, long-exposure look, sharp foreground silhouette, reflections in the water, dark sky location, 14mm wide-angle. --ar 3:2
Pro tip: A small human element like a tent or person gives the sky real scale.
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
- 43 words
- Fields to fill in
- FOREGROUND
- 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 the field before you send it: FOREGROUND. 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.