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Night photography has a distinct vibe—that sharp contrast between a bright subject and a pitch-black background. We often try to over-polish AI images, but sometimes you want that raw, "caught in the moment" flash look. These prompts focus exactly on that aesthetic.
For this set, consistency is the main goal. I have provided a specific reference image for the dress. Using this file is the only way to get the exact texture of the kurti and the embroidery on the skirt right every single time.
- Download the dress asset below—it's mandatory for 100% fidelity.
- Go to gemini.google.com or open the Gemini App.
- Click on Tools and select Create Images.
- Upload your reference photo (and the dress file if you downloaded it).
- Copy the prompt below, paste it in, and hit Send.
Night Flash Portrait - A006
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| Figure 1: Authentic flash lighting on grass |
This shot establishes the mood. The key here is the 50mm framing which captures enough of the lawn to show context without distracting from the subject. The flash reflection in the eyes is crucial for realism.
ID: A006
Location:
quiet open garden lawn at night, short natural grass, small flower bed beside the subject, deep dark background with no visible buildings, no decorative lights, natural late-night stillness, environment feels private and calm
Subject / Model Description:
young woman in her early 20s, soft feminine facial structure, expressive eyes, delicate features, calm romantic presence, naturally attractive rather than over-styled, expression feels personal and emotionally engaging, not posed for social media
Body & Proportions:
average height, slim and graceful build, soft natural curves, relaxed shoulders, fluid posture, body language feels comfortable and unforced while seated
Clothing & Accessories (EXACTLY AS REFERENCE IMAGE):
Sleeveless fitted kurti-style top with narrow shoulder straps, textured woven pattern, straight neckline, body-hugging fit
Long ankle-length gathered skirt with tiered panels and subtle embroidered detailing, lightweight flowing fabric
Traditional stacked metal bangles worn on one wrist exactly as shown
Flat embroidered traditional juttis with decorative edging and closed toe
No additional jewelry, no removal, no modification
Skin & Complexion:
realistic night-time skin texture, soft glow created by flash lighting, natural highlights on cheeks and nose, slight natural shine consistent with night photography, no artificial smoothing
Makeup:
soft festive makeup suitable for night, gentle blush visible under flash, subtle eye definition, lips with natural moisture, makeup enhances expression without overpowering it
Pose & Gesture (Hair included):
seated on grass with legs folded to one side, upper body leaning slightly forward, one hand resting loosely on lap, bangled hand raised gently touching jawline near ear, fingers relaxed, wrist slightly bent, eyes looking down and away from camera, expression soft and introspective, hair worn loose with natural fall framing face
Lighting & Setting:
direct on-camera flash creating authentic night-photo look, subject brightly illuminated while background falls into darkness, soft frontal flash shadows behind subject, no artificial glow
Camera, Lens & Composition:
50mm equivalent lens, medium portrait framing from waist up, eye-level angle, subject slightly off-center, shallow depth of field, strong subject separation
Micro-Details:
flash reflection visible in eyes, woven texture of top clearly visible, embroidery threads on skirt catching light, bangles reflecting small highlights, natural shadow under chinTip! When using "direct flash" prompts, make sure to specify "no artificial glow" to prevent the AI from adding magical fantasy lights in the background.
Night Flash Portrait - A007
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| Figure 2: Intimate 70mm crop |
Moving in closer with a 70mm equivalent. This angle highlights the makeup texture and the subtle shine on the skin that flash photography naturally produces. It feels more intimate.
ID: A007
Location:
quiet open garden lawn at night, short natural grass, small flower bed beside the subject, deep dark background with no visible buildings, no decorative lights, natural late-night stillness, environment feels private and calm
Subject / Model Description:
young woman in her early 20s, soft feminine facial structure, expressive eyes, delicate features, calm romantic presence, naturally attractive rather than over-styled, expression feels personal and emotionally engaging, not posed for social media
Body & Proportions:
average height, slim and graceful build, soft natural curves, relaxed shoulders, fluid posture, body language feels comfortable and unforced while seated
Clothing & Accessories (EXACTLY AS REFERENCE IMAGE):
Sleeveless fitted kurti-style top with narrow shoulder straps, textured woven pattern, straight neckline, body-hugging fit
Long ankle-length gathered skirt with tiered panels and subtle embroidered detailing, lightweight flowing fabric
Traditional stacked metal bangles worn on one wrist exactly as shown
Flat embroidered traditional juttis with decorative edging and closed toe
No additional jewelry, no removal, no modification
Skin & Complexion:
realistic night-time skin texture, soft glow created by flash lighting, natural highlights on cheeks and nose, slight natural shine consistent with night photography, no artificial smoothing
Makeup:
soft festive makeup suitable for night, gentle blush visible under flash, subtle eye definition, lips with natural moisture, makeup enhances expression without overpowering it
Pose & Gesture (Hair included):
head tilted gently to the side, chin slightly lowered, eyes half-closed as if lost in thought, bangled hand resting near cheek, elbow supported on knee, shoulders relaxed, hair falling forward over one shoulder naturally
Lighting & Setting:
same on-camera flash, slightly angled, background flowers faintly visible near edge of frame, rest fading into darkness
Camera, Lens & Composition:
70mm equivalent, tighter portrait crop, intimate framing, shallow depth of field
Micro-Details:
soft cheek highlight, natural lip texture, eyelashes casting faint shadows, subtle fabric sheen on skirt foldsNight Flash Portrait - A008
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| Figure 3: Cinematic contrast at 85mm |
The 85mm lens flattens the features slightly, which is very flattering for portraits. Notice how the background goes nearly black here—this separation is what makes the subject pop.
ID: A008
Location:
quiet open garden lawn at night, short natural grass, small flower bed beside the subject, deep dark background with no visible buildings, no decorative lights, natural late-night stillness, environment feels private and calm
Subject / Model Description:
young woman in her early 20s, soft feminine facial structure, expressive eyes, delicate features, calm romantic presence, naturally attractive rather than over-styled, expression feels personal and emotionally engaging, not posed for social media
Body & Proportions:
average height, slim and graceful build, soft natural curves, relaxed shoulders, fluid posture, body language feels comfortable and unforced while seated
Clothing & Accessories (EXACTLY AS REFERENCE IMAGE):
Sleeveless fitted kurti-style top with narrow shoulder straps, textured woven pattern, straight neckline, body-hugging fit
Long ankle-length gathered skirt with tiered panels and subtle embroidered detailing, lightweight flowing fabric
Traditional stacked metal bangles worn on one wrist exactly as shown
Flat embroidered traditional juttis with decorative edging and closed toe
No additional jewelry, no removal, no modification
Skin & Complexion:
realistic night-time skin texture, soft glow created by flash lighting, natural highlights on cheeks and nose, slight natural shine consistent with night photography, no artificial smoothing
Makeup:
soft festive makeup suitable for night, gentle blush visible under flash, subtle eye definition, lips with natural moisture, makeup enhances expression without overpowering it
Pose & Gesture (Hair included):
sitting upright, shoulders gently squared, both hands resting together on lap with bangles stacked naturally, gaze turned sideways away from camera, lips closed with faint calm smile, hair tucked loosely behind one ear on one side
Lighting & Setting:
frontal flash remains primary light source, background nearly black, night atmosphere preserved
Camera, Lens & Composition:
85mm equivalent lens, medium portrait, subject centered, cinematic night contrast
Micro-Details:
juttis barely visible at bottom of frame, soft fabric gathering at waistline, natural skin texture retainedNight Flash Portrait - A009
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| Figure 4: Soft shadows and reduced intensity |
For this shot, we reduced the flash intensity slightly in the prompt. This creates softer shadows along the jawline while maintaining that deep night background.
ID: A009
Location:
quiet open garden lawn at night, short natural grass, small flower bed beside the subject, deep dark background with no visible buildings, no decorative lights, natural late-night stillness, environment feels private and calm
Subject / Model Description:
young woman in her early 20s, soft feminine facial structure, expressive eyes, delicate features, calm romantic presence, naturally attractive rather than over-styled, expression feels personal and emotionally engaging, not posed for social media
Body & Proportions:
average height, slim and graceful build, soft natural curves, relaxed shoulders, fluid posture, body language feels comfortable and unforced while seated
Clothing & Accessories (EXACTLY AS REFERENCE IMAGE):
Sleeveless fitted kurti-style top with narrow shoulder straps, textured woven pattern, straight neckline, body-hugging fit
Long ankle-length gathered skirt with tiered panels and subtle embroidered detailing, lightweight flowing fabric
Traditional stacked metal bangles worn on one wrist exactly as shown
Flat embroidered traditional juttis with decorative edging and closed toe
No additional jewelry, no removal, no modification
Skin & Complexion:
realistic night-time skin texture, soft glow created by flash lighting, natural highlights on cheeks and nose, slight natural shine consistent with night photography, no artificial smoothing
Makeup:
soft festive makeup suitable for night, gentle blush visible under flash, subtle eye definition, lips with natural moisture, makeup enhances expression without overpowering it
Pose & Gesture (Hair included):
upper body leaning slightly toward camera, head tilted down, eyes lifted softly toward lens, bangled hand resting gently at neck instead of jaw, expression intimate and emotionally open, hair softly framing face with no stiffness
Lighting & Setting:
direct flash with slightly reduced intensity, softer shadows, deep night background
Camera, Lens & Composition:
65mm equivalent, close portrait framing, shallow depth of field, realistic night exposure
Micro-Details:
subtle highlight on collarbone, gentle shadow along jawline, fine skirt embroidery visible near lapNight Flash Portrait - A010
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| Figure 5: Three-quarter back portrait |
This angle is great for showing off hair texture and the flow of the skirt. The rim lighting created by the flash helps separate the dark hair from the dark background.
ID: A010
Location:
quiet open garden lawn at night, short natural grass, small flower bed beside the subject, deep dark background with no visible buildings, no decorative lights, natural late-night stillness, environment feels private and calm
Subject / Model Description:
young woman in her early 20s, soft feminine facial structure, expressive eyes, delicate features, calm romantic presence, naturally attractive rather than over-styled, expression feels personal and emotionally engaging, not posed for social media
Body & Proportions:
average height, slim and graceful build, soft natural curves, relaxed shoulders, fluid posture, body language feels comfortable and unforced while seated
Clothing & Accessories (EXACTLY AS REFERENCE IMAGE):
Sleeveless fitted kurti-style top with narrow shoulder straps, textured woven pattern, straight neckline, body-hugging fit
Long ankle-length gathered skirt with tiered panels and subtle embroidered detailing, lightweight flowing fabric
Traditional stacked metal bangles worn on one wrist exactly as shown
Flat embroidered traditional juttis with decorative edging and closed toe
No additional jewelry, no removal, no modification
Skin & Complexion:
realistic night-time skin texture, soft glow created by flash lighting, natural highlights on cheeks and nose, slight natural shine consistent with night photography, no artificial smoothing
Makeup:
soft festive makeup suitable for night, gentle blush visible under flash, subtle eye definition, lips with natural moisture, makeup enhances expression without overpowering it
Pose & Gesture (Hair included):
seated sideways with back partially to camera, head turned over shoulder looking back softly, one hand holding edge of skirt fabric, other arm relaxed, posture calm and confident, hair cascading naturally down back
Lighting & Setting:
flash creating rim highlights along silhouette, background completely dark, intimate night feel
Camera, Lens & Composition:
90mm equivalent, three-quarter back portrait, subject placed on left third, cinematic framing
Micro-Details:
light tracing skirt tiers, bangles glowing softly, fabric texture visible where flash grazes surfaceHow do I get the "direct flash" look in AI portraits?
The secret is describing the light source clearly. Use terms like "direct on-camera flash," "hard flash," or "frontal flash." Also, ensure you describe the background as "deep dark" or "fading into darkness" to create the high contrast typical of night flash photography.
Why is the dress reference file mandatory?
AI struggles to replicate complex woven textures and specific embroidery patterns from text alone. Uploading the reference file guides the AI to use the correct patterns and colors, ensuring your character looks consistent across different angles.
What lens size is best for seated portraits?
For seated portraits where you want to show some environment, 50mm is a great starting point. If you want a more intimate look that focuses on facial expressions and makeup details, 85mm or 90mm provides excellent subject separation and flattering compression.
