Textural & Material Abstract SREF Codes
Textural and material abstraction SREF codes for Midjourney featuring impasto, sculptural surfaces, tactile quality, and rich material exploration.
Textural & Material Abstract SREF codes create art through surface quality and tactile presence. These codes understand the physical qualities of paint, texture, and material surfaces.
Quick Start:
Use --sref 3471829560 --sw 145 for heavy impasto sculptural texture, or --sref 2746183950 --sw 125 for monochromatic textural exploration.
Important:
Textural codes work best with material and surface descriptions. Use terms like "impasto," "layered," "textured," "sculptural" rather than smooth or flat language.
SREF Code Collection
3471829560 - Heavy Impasto Texture
Thick, sculptural paint application with dramatic three-dimensional texture.
Characteristics:
- Heavy paint buildup
- Sculptural texture
- Three-dimensional surface
- Visible tool marks
Example:
heavy impasto, sculptural texture, thick paint layers --sref 3471829560 --sw 150
Settings: SW 130-180 | Best with V7, V6.1
Best For:
Perfect for dramatic abstract paintings, gallery artwork, high-texture designs, and celebrating the physical presence of paint.
4829361740 - Palette Knife Texture
Bold palette knife work with sweeping gestural texture.
Characteristics:
- Palette knife marks
- Sweeping gestures
- Directional texture
- Bold application
Example:
palette knife texture, bold sweeping marks --sref 4829361740 --sw 140
Settings: SW 120-160 | Best with V7
Tool Marks:
Captures the distinctive marks and ridges created by palette knife painting techniques.
2938471690 - Layered Accumulation
Multiple layers of paint creating complex textural depth.
Characteristics:
- Layered buildup
- Complex depth
- Archaeological quality
- History of marks
Example:
layered paint accumulation, complex textural depth --sref 2938471690 --sw 145
Settings: SW 130-170 | Best with V7
Layered History:
Creates the feeling of multiple sessions of painting, with visible history and depth.
How to Use Textural Codes
Choose Your Texture Type
Select based on surface quality:
- Heavy impasto →
--sref 3471829560 - Monochrome texture →
--sref 2746183950 - Rich materials →
--sref 1826473509 - Metallic →
--sref 4917283650
Use Material Language
Describe physical qualities:
thick layered texture, sculptural surface --sref 3471829560 --sw 145
Specify Materials
Reference specific materials:
concrete texture, rough stone surface --sref 3746281940 --sw 140
Adjust for Texture Intensity
Control surface emphasis:
- Start with
--sw 135 - Increase for extreme texture
- Decrease for subtle surface quality
Texture Vocabulary
Use these terms for textural abstractions:
Surface Quality
rough, smooth, layered, textured, sculptural --sref 3471829560 --sw 145
Application Methods
impasto, palette knife, scraped, built up --sref 4829361740 --sw 140
Material Terms
plaster, concrete, metal, stone, organic --sref 1827364920 --sw 135
Pro Tip:
Physical and material language creates the most convincing tactile surfaces.
Material Color Palettes
Earth Tones:
ochre, umber, sienna, textured earth tones --sref 2837461870 --sw 130
Metallic:
oxidized copper, verdigris, aged bronze --sref 4917283650 --sw 140
Monochrome:
white on white texture, tonal variations --sref 2746183950 --sw 125
Industrial:
concrete gray, raw stone, industrial texture --sref 3746281940 --sw 140
Style Weight Guide
| Range | Effect | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 110-130 | Subtle texture | Gentle surface quality |
| 130-160 | Clear texture | Most textural work |
| 160-180 | Extreme texture | Heavy impasto, dramatic surface |
Note:
Starting Point: Use --sw 140 for balanced textural presence.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Material Language
heavy impasto texture, sculptural paint --sref 3471829560
Physical Descriptions
rough concrete surface, tactile texture --sref 3746281940
Layered References
layered paint buildup, complex surface --sref 2938471690
Note:
Physical, material language creates the most convincing textural results.
Combining Codes
Mix textural approaches:
--sref 3471829560::2 2746183950::1 --sw 135
This combines heavy impasto (2 parts) with monochrome texture focus (1 part).
Note:
When combining codes, use --sw 125-145 for balanced textural presence.
Related Collections
- Abstract Expressionism - Gestural texture
- Fluid & Organic - Flowing surfaces
- Abstract Overview - All abstract styles
- All SREF Categories - Explore other styles
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