Introduction
AI art isn’t just a trend anymore — it’s a whole movement. From casual users experimenting with filters to professional digital artists creating entire portfolios, AI-generated visuals are reshaping how we think about photography, illustration, and storytelling.
Among all the tools out there, Gemini AI is quickly becoming a favorite because of its ability to transform regular photos into cinematic, surreal, photorealistic, anime-style, or even cartoon-inspired masterpieces. But here’s the real secret: the prompt is everything.
If you’ve ever wondered why some people generate breathtaking AI images while others struggle with blurry faces or generic results — it’s because of how they write prompts.
In this blog, I’ll share the Top 20 trending Gemini AI photo prompts for 2025, organized by style. I’ll also break down their use cases, tips, and variations so you can unlock the full creative potential of Gemini AI.
Why Prompts Matter in AI Image Generation
Think of a prompt as the recipe you hand over to the AI. The clearer and more detailed the recipe, the better the final dish looks.
A vague prompt like “make my photo cinematic” will give you something basic. But a rich, descriptive prompt like “ultra-realistic cinematic portrait at golden hour with dramatic shadows and city rooftop background” can deliver a movie-poster-level masterpiece.
That’s exactly what the prompts below are built for: clarity, realism, and style.
Categories of AI Photo Prompt Styles
To make this blog easy to explore, I’ve grouped the 20 prompts into five popular styles:
- Photorealistic & Cinematic
- Lifestyle & Urban Street
- Dreamy, Surreal & Artistic
- Anime, Cartoon & Retro
- Experimental Concepts (3D, Statue, Figurine, Black & White)
Each section includes the exact prompt (unchanged from what you provided), plus insights on when to use it and what results to expect.
1. Photorealistic & Cinematic Prompts
These prompts are for those who want sharp, lifelike portraits with dramatic depth, lighting, and textures. Perfect for profile pictures, posters, or digital art portfolios.
Prompt 1
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change or alter my face in any way. Create a hyper-realistic, full-body portrait where I am standing casually next to a sleek black Mahindra Thar Roxx, parked on an upscale city street lined with modern glass storefronts, subtle reflections, and leafy green trees. I am styled in a forest green oversized hoodie, light blue wide-leg baggy jeans, and cream Adidas sneakers with black stripes. My stance is confident yet relaxed — one hand slipped into my pocket or slightly leaning toward the car, giving the impression that I am naturally showcasing it. The atmosphere should capture the essence of a candid street photography shot: cinematic yet authentic, with natural daylight casting soft highlights on the car’s glossy black surface and subtle reflections dancing across the glass windows of nearby buildings. Aim for an ultra-realistic, lifestyle-oriented street style vibe — rich 4K details, crisp textures in the clothing, and cinematic urban energy that blends casual coolness with high-end realism. Style: photorealistic, cinematic, urban street photography with lifestyle energy.
Prompt 2
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change or alter my face in any way. Create a hyper-realistic, full-body portrait where I am standing casually next to a sleek black Mahindra Thar Roxx, parked on an upscale city street lined with modern glass storefronts, subtle reflections, and leafy green trees. I am styled in a forest green oversized hoodie, light blue wide-leg baggy jeans, and cream Adidas sneakers with black stripes. My stance is confident yet relaxed — one hand slipped into my pocket or slightly leaning toward the car, giving the impression that I am naturally showcasing it. The atmosphere should capture the essence of a candid street photography shot: cinematic yet authentic, with natural daylight casting soft highlights on the car’s glossy black surface and subtle reflections dancing across the glass windows of nearby buildings. Aim for an ultra-realistic, lifestyle-oriented street style vibe — rich 4K details, crisp textures in the clothing, and cinematic urban energy that blends casual coolness with high-end realism. Style: photorealistic, cinematic, urban street photography with lifestyle energy.
Prompt 3
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change or alter my face in any way. Keep my face sharp, clear, highly detailed, and not blurry. Create a full-body, ultra-realistic portrait of me standing casually next to a KTM Duke 390 motorcycle parked on a city street with modern glass storefronts and leafy trees in the background. My outfit should be stylish and well-fitted for the best visual impact: a forest green oversized hoodie, light blue wide-leg baggy jeans, and cream Adidas sneakers with black stripes. My pose should appear natural and confident, with one hand in my pocket or leaning slightly toward the bike, as if I’m casually showing it off. Capture the atmosphere as a candid street photography shot with cinematic urban vibes — realistic reflections on the motorcycle’s glossy black paint and the surrounding glass windows under natural daylight. Style: ultra-realistic photography, lifestyle street shot, cinematic look, 4K detail, clean and polished.
Prompt 4
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change my face in any way. Keep my face sharp, clear, and highly detailed with no blurring or distortion. Create a cinematic, hyperrealistic full-body portrait of me sitting on a rooftop at sunset. The atmosphere should feel dreamy, serene, and reflective, bathed in soft golden-orange evening light. Outfit: Replace my clothes with a stylish, well-fitted look for the best visual impact — an oversized brown linen shirt paired with modern grey cargo pants, crisp white sneakers, and a watch on my left hand. I am listening to music with large white over-ear headphones, with a long olive-green cord dangling casually for added realism. Pose & Expression: I am sitting confidently on the rooftop, leaning back slightly with one hand resting on the ledge. My gaze is directed toward the camera — contemplative, calm, and confident — while my head tilts slightly upward toward the pastel sky. Background & Lighting: The sky should fade from warm orange near the horizon into soft lavender tones higher up, with cinematic depth of field blurring the distant urban rooftop view of low buildings and city structures. Lighting should be warm, natural, and cinematic, with gentle highlights and soft shadows across my face and clothing to enhance realism. Mood: Calm, reflective, and slightly nostalgic, with a glowing golden-hour atmosphere. Important: Keep my face exactly the same as in the uploaded image (do not alter it), ensure the result is sharp, detailed, and not blurry, and present the portrait as a cinematic, hyperrealistic full-body shot.
Prompt 5
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change or alter my face in any way. Keep my face sharp, clear, and not blurry. Create a high-resolution, ultra-realistic image of me standing confidently next to a red vintage car in an urban setting. The car is parked in front of a weathered, dilapidated building with peeling paint and an old wooden fence in the background. The car’s front wheel should be visible in the foreground for depth and realism. I should be positioned at the center of the composition, leaning casually on the hood of the car with one hand. Instead of the original clothing, style me in a modern, sharp outfit for the best visual appeal: a fitted black t-shirt (without logos), slim-fit black pants, and clean white sneakers. My black hair remains unchanged. Ensure the final image has cinematic lighting, crisp details, and a professional finish — no blurriness, no distortion, and a crystal-clear focus on my face and outfit.
2. Lifestyle & Urban Street Prompts
Perfect for social media, lifestyle branding, and casual but cinematic vibes.
Prompt 6
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change my face, keep it sharp, clear, and not blurry. Create a highly realistic photo of me posing against a dark, urban background with stone and brick elements, similar to the reference image. I should be leaning casually against a low stone wall or structure, looking toward the camera with a confident expression. My outfit should be updated for the best viewing aesthetic: a stylish black loose shirt, black cargo pants, and black-and-white shoes. Ensure the lighting is natural yet slightly diffused, creating a moody but clear atmosphere. The overall style must feel sophisticated, modern, and polished, with all details crisp and professional.
Prompt 7
Create an ultra-realistic, high-resolution image using my uploaded reference image. Keep my face exactly the same — sharp, clear, and highly detailed — do not alter or blur it in any way. A young man (same face as in the uploaded image) with wavy hair is sitting on the grass surrounded by white flowers and lush green foliage. He is wearing a stylish, visually appealing outfit — for example, a fitted light-grey sweater with subtle patterns and well-tailored khaki pants — designed for the best visual composition. The man is looking directly at the camera with a gentle and natural expression. Include soft, out-of-focus leaves and branches in the foreground to create depth and a sense of immersion. The setting is serene, natural, and vibrant, resembling a lush garden or park, with bright but soft lighting to highlight details without overexposing. Ensure the final image is crisp, highly detailed, and professional-looking, with no blurring, and the face remains perfectly clear
Prompt 8
Using my uploaded image, create a vertical portrait in 1080x1920 resolution. Keep my face exactly the same as in the uploaded photo—do not alter, distort, or blur any facial features. Ensure the face is sharp, highly detailed, and perfectly clear. The shot should have stark cinematic lighting with intense contrast, captured from a slightly low, upward-facing angle to emphasize the jawline and neck, giving the composition a sense of dominance and sculptural elegance. The subject wears a dark wardrobe, and the background is a deep, saturated crimson red, creating a bold, striking contrast with the luminous skin. Overall, the image should be ultra-realistic, clean, and visually dramatic, with no blur or distortion anywhere
3. Dreamy, Surreal & Artistic Prompts
These push Gemini AI into painterly, atmospheric, or surreal territory.
Prompt 9
Use my uploaded image as a reference and keep my face exactly the same — do not change or distort it in any way. Create a hyper-realistic, compositional portrait of me wearing a hijab. The image should feature a dreamy floral gaze with sunlight filtered through wildflowers, casting intricate, soft shadows on my skin. Capture the golden hour warm lighting with soft film grain, maintaining a muted green palette. Use an 85mm lens perspective with f/1.4 aperture to achieve a sharp skin texture, subtle freckles, glossy lips, and delicate, natural details. I am wearing a burgundy oversized shirt. Avoid over-processing, ensure the face is perfectly sharp and clear with zero blur, and do not add any text, watermark, or distortion. --ar 3:6 --v 6 --style realisticab
Prompt 10
Use my uploaded image as the exact reference for my face — do not alter or modify any facial features. Create a vertical portrait in 1080x1920 resolution with razor-sharp clarity; the face must remain perfectly clear and never blurred. The subject is a man, posed in a slightly low, upward-facing angle that emphasizes a strong jawline, prominent neck, and a commanding presence. Use dramatic cinematic lighting with high contrast to sculpt the facial features and add intensity. Dress the subject in a dark, stylish outfit. The background should be a deep, saturated crimson red, creating a striking visual contrast against the subject’s luminous skin and dark clothing. The overall mood should convey dominance, elegance, and sculptural sophistication. Ensure every detail is crisp, cinematic, and photorealistic
Prompt 11
Use my uploaded image as the exact reference for my face — do not alter, blur, or distort it. Create a highly detailed, ultra-realistic, full-body image of a young man sitting on the hood of a rusty, abandoned vintage car (use reference image for car details). He is wearing an oversized brown linen shirt, grey cargo pants, and white sneakers, with a watch on his left hand. His dark hair is slightly messy, and he has a sharp jawline. The car has peeling red paint, broken headlights, and a weathered, gritty look. One leg is bent on the hood, the other hanging down in a relaxed, confident pose. Set in an urban environment with tall apartment buildings in the background. The scene is lit with golden hour sunlight, creating a cinematic, warm, and dramatic effect. Ensure the face is perfectly sharp, clear, and highly detailed, with no blurring. Emphasize casual urban streetwear fashion and a relaxed, confident expression.
4. Retro Prompts
Here we dive into stylized, playful, and retro aesthetics.
Prompt 12
Create an ultra-realistic, 8K resolution, high-detail cinematic portrait using my uploaded image as a reference — do not change my face; keep all facial features exactly as in the uploaded photo, sharp, clear, and highly detailed without any blur. The subject is sitting on a sleek Dhoom-style sports motorcycle on an empty urban street. The person wears black sunglasses, a dark grey wool sweater with rolled-up sleeves, olive green cargo pants with visible seams and pockets, and brown hiking boots with textured soles. His posture is slightly forward-leaning, gripping the handlebar with one hand, looking thoughtfully ahead. The motorcycle is a high-detail Dhoom sports bike featuring aerodynamic fairings, a glossy fuel tank with logo, a compact engine with visible intricate parts, dual exhaust pipes, racing tires, a sporty leather seat, realistic suspension, disc brakes, and metallic reflections. Include realistic textures for metal, leather, and fabric. Background: neutral urban road with subtle cracks, creating an adventurous mood. Lighting: natural daylight with soft shadows, realistic dust particles, and visible tread patterns on the tires. Ensure cinematic depth, photorealistic textures, and maximum clarity for both the face and all scene elements
Prompt 13
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference. Do not change my face — keep it sharp, clear, and highly detailed without any blur or distortion. Create a retro, vintage, grainy yet bright image with a perfect blue Pinterest-style aesthetic saree. The saree should have a '90s movie baddie vibe, with a small flower tuck visible in the hair, T-style curls, and a windy, romantic environment. The girl is standing against a solid wall with dramatic shadows and contrast, creating a mysterious, artistic, and cinematic atmosphere. Ensure the final image is crisp, high-resolution, and visually striking, capturing both retro charm and modern photographic quality.
Prompt 14
Create a cinematic, ultra-realistic, high-resolution image using my uploaded photo as the exact reference. Keep my face exactly the same—do not alter, blur, or distort any facial features; the face must remain sharp, clear, and fully detailed. Depict a stylish young girl with straight hair standing outdoors during autumn, with colorful leaves gently falling around her. She is wearing an oversized, textured white crop top layered over a denim jacket, paired with black cargo pants. A classic black street lamp post is positioned to her right. The background should be softly blurred with trees and an overcast sky, creating depth while keeping the subject in crisp focus. She is standing upright and looking slightly to the right. Ensure the final image is ultra-clear, cinematic, and photorealistic, with no blurring of the face or body
5. Experimental Prompts (3D, Statue, Figurine, Black & White)
For creators who love to experiment and stand out.
Prompt 15
Using my uploaded image, create a giant hyper-realistic full-body statue based exactly on my body and face. Do not change my face — it must remain sharp, clear, and highly detailed, with no blurring or distortion. The statue stands in the middle of a roundabout in Dhaka, near a famous historical landmark. The statue is still under construction, surrounded by scaffolding, with many construction workers wearing yellow helmets and orange vests, climbing, welding, and actively working on it. Some parts of the statue reveal exposed metal framework, while other sections are fully detailed and finished.
Prompt 16
Use my uploaded image as the exact reference for my face — do not alter or change my face in any way. Create an ultra-realistic, high-resolution portrait of a boy with wavy black hair, standing calmly in the middle of a vast tea plantation, plucking tea leaves. He is wearing an oversized, soft-colored shirt with the top buttons undone. The scene should convey a peaceful atmosphere with tropical warmth, blending naturally with the misty green landscape. Ensure the composition is cinematic and natural, with rich depth of field and a soft background bokeh. The face must remain sharp, detailed, and fully clear — no blurring or distortion anywhere on the face. Emphasize a strong sense of closeness to nature while maintaining photorealistic quality
Prompt 17
Create an ultra-realistic, high-resolution 3D figurine of the man using my uploaded image as a reference. Do not change my face — keep it exactly the same, sharp, and highly detailed, with no blurring. The figurine is standing on top of an open travel backpack placed on a desk. A real-life version of the man is carefully positioning the figurine while packing travel gear around it. Surrounding the scene, include travel-themed items such as maps, a globe, a notebook, and other small travel accessories. The background should depict a cozy, well-lit travel-themed room with warm lighting and realistic shadows. Ensure the entire composition is clear, crisp, and visually detailed, with no part of the figurine or face appearing blurred.
Prompt 18
Use my uploaded image exactly as it is — do not change my face in any way. Create a cinematic black-and-white portrait of a young man sitting on a chair in a dark room. A single spotlight from the upper right corner illuminates his face and part of his body, creating dramatic, deep shadows and high-contrast lighting. The subject is wearing a plain dark t-shirt with minimal accessories, gazing to the side with a melancholic expression. Ensure ultra-sharp details, HD quality, and that the face remains perfectly clear and not blurry. Artistic photography style with realistic textures, fine detail in skin and hair, and a moody, dramatic atmosphere. Emphasize clarity, sharpness, and depth in every element of the image.
Prompt 19
Create a cinematic editorial portrait using my uploaded image. Do not change my face — preserve it 100% exactly as in the uploaded photo, sharp, clear, and highly detailed. The subject stands tall in a dark orange, moody studio environment, surrounded by soft drifting black and white smoke. A dramatic spotlight highlights the subject. Outfit: a fitted sky blue or ice blue luxury suit with tailored fit-leg trousers, paired with a slightly unbuttoned silk shirt. Both hands are tucked casually in pockets, shoulders relaxed, exuding confidence, with the head slightly tilted upward. The final image must be ultra-sharp, high-resolution, realistic, and free of any blur or distortion. Maintain cinematic lighting and editorial style.
Prompt 20
Use my uploaded image as the exact face reference — do not change my face in any way. Create a high-resolution, ultra-realistic photo of me posing against a dark, urban background with stone and brick elements, similar to the provided reference image. I should be leaning casually against a low stone wall or structure, looking confidently toward the camera. I am wearing a black loose shirt, black cargo pants, and black-and-white shoes. The lighting should be natural, slightly diffused, and moody, while keeping the scene clear and detailed. Make sure my face is sharp, in focus, and not blurry. The overall style should be modern, sophisticated, and professional, with attention to realistic textures and depth.
Tips for Writing Better Gemini AI Prompts
- Be Specific: Mention details like clothing, lighting, angle, and mood.
- Use Style Words: Terms like “cinematic,” “photorealistic,” “dreamy,” or “surreal” help shape results.
- Control Face Quality: Always add instructions like “keep face sharp, clear, and not blurry.”
- Think Like a Photographer: Add lens type, lighting style, or camera angles.
- Experiment: Slight tweaks in words like “glowing,” “editorial,” “moody,” can completely change the result.
FAQs
Q1: How do I use these Gemini AI prompts?
Simply copy the full prompt into Gemini AI’s image generator, upload your reference photo, and hit generate.
Q2: Do I need to edit the prompts?
No — these prompts are ready to use. But you can customize clothes, locations, or moods to fit your vision.
Q3: Which style is best for portraits?
Photorealistic & cinematic prompts usually work best for clear portraits.
Q4: Can beginners use these prompts?
Absolutely. Even without technical knowledge, you’ll get professional-looking results.
Q5: How are Gemini AI prompts different from MidJourney?
Gemini AI is optimized for photorealism + personal photos, while MidJourney leans more into artistic and stylized outputs.
Conclusion
AI is no longer just about quick edits — it’s a tool for storytelling, branding, and artistic expression. With the right prompts, Gemini AI can take a simple photo and turn it into a cinematic masterpiece, an anime poster, or even a surreal artwork.
The 20 prompts above are your gateway to creating visuals that stand out in 2025 — whether you’re a digital artist, marketer, or just someone who wants to see their everyday photo turned into something extraordinary.
Leave a Comment