Image prompt
Black-and-white street photograph
Black-and-white street photograph: 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
Black-and-white street photograph of [SCENE, e.g. commuters crossing a busy zebra crossing in the rain], candid decisive moment, strong contrast, deep blacks, film grain, 35mm lens, slight motion blur on background figures, dramatic light and shadow, documentary style. --ar 3:2
Pro tip: Add "Leica" or "Tri-X film" style words for the classic look, but avoid real photographers' names.
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
- 40 words
- Fields to fill in
- SCENE
- 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: SCENE. 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.