Use this recipe as a modular prompt lesson. Start with the subject, add one readable pose, then layer clothing, scene, camera, lighting, mood, and style. The prompt fragments stay in English so they can be copied directly into most image models.
Positive Prompt
kind fantasy herbalist, original character design, front view standing pose, arms relaxed, holding a small bundle of labeled herbs, layered linen tunic, herb satchel, apron pockets, simple cloak, plain workshop backdrop with drying plants, full body character design view, neutral angle, soft natural window lighting, helpful, grounded, gentle craft mood, character concept art, clear material notes, clean composition, coherent anatomy, detailed materials, balanced colors, polished illustration
Negative Prompt
low quality, blurry, extra fingers, deformed hands, unreadable details, harsh artifacts, watermark, text overlay
golden hour rim light, warm edge highlights, soft long shadows
Source: Fantasy Herbalist Outfit Design
Style
Variation: watercolor
watercolor illustration, textured paper grain, gentle color washes
Source: Fantasy Herbalist Outfit Design
Camera
Variation: wider framing
wide shot, more background context, subject placed on rule-of-thirds line
Source: Fantasy Herbalist Outfit Design
Use this recipe as a modular prompt lesson. Start with the subject, add one readable pose, then layer clothing, scene, camera, lighting, mood, and style. The prompt fragments stay in English so they can be copied directly into most image models.
Common Mistakes
Combining close-up and full body framing in the same prompt.
Adding many style directions that fight for visual priority.
Using vague words such as beautiful without concrete visual detail.