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SREF codes

Waterglass AutomataTested!

Waterglass Automata style, Midjourney V8.2, render 1 of 4
Waterglass Automata style, Midjourney V8.2, render 2 of 4
Waterglass Automata style, Midjourney V8.2, render 3 of 4
Waterglass Automata style, Midjourney V8.2, render 4 of 4

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Observations

Across all four renders, the style uses realistic cinematic photography with deep blue shadows, intense orange highlights, and strong backlighting. Wet surfaces, reflective water, glowing internal light, selective focus, and surreal human or mechanical subjects create a dark, futuristic atmosphere.

Look terms

Colours

Earlier versions

Same code, different picture. Midjourney changed how it reads SREF codes after V6.1, so V8.2 turns this code into a new style. The old one still works: add  or .

Applications

Similar styles

Light tracing style (Techniques), Midjourney V8.2
Techniques
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SREF codes
Harsh lighting style (Modifiers), Midjourney V8.2
Backlit style (Modifiers), Midjourney V8.2
Modifiers