A prompt to transform a reference image into a vintage

Social Media Post - Vintage Christmas Storybook Illustration Prompt

by Taaruk · CC-BY-4.0 license · via YouMind (CC BY 4.0)

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A prompt to transform a reference image into a vintage, hand-drawn Christmas illustration with a cozy retro storybook aesthetic.

Overview

A prompt to transform a reference image into a vintage, hand-drawn Christmas illustration with a cozy retro storybook aesthetic.

The prompt

11 lines · 1,612 characters · makes an image — paste it into an image model
1Transform the uploaded reference image into a beautiful vintage Christmas-themed hand-drawn illustration with a cozy retro storybook aesthetic. Preserve the original image’s exact composition, camera angle, framing, subject identity, facial features, hairstyle, pose, clothing, proportions, background elements, and object placement. Do not change or rearrange anything.
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3Use a nostalgic 2D illustrated style inspired by vintage Christmas greeting cards, traditional colored-pencil drawings, and textured children’s storybooks. Create visible hand-drawn pencil strokes, rough crayon shading, delicate sketch outlines, subtle watercolor textures, and a beautiful grainy recycled-paper texture.
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5Use a warm festive color palette featuring deep forest green, warm chocolate brown, muted mustard yellow, burnt orange, cream, beige, dusty red, and soft golden tones. Add a charming handmade appearance with slightly imperfect outlines, soft blush on the cheeks, expressive eyes, and gentle shading.
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7Maintain all Christmas elements, including decorated Christmas trees, golden stars, sparkling lights, wrapped presents, winter scenery, cozy clothing, and festive decorations wherever they appear in the reference. Create a warm, nostalgic holiday atmosphere with a charming vintage illustration finish.
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9Overall aesthetic: Retro Christmas storybook illustration, vintage paper texture, hand-drawn colored-pencil art, nostalgic holiday postcard, cozy winter atmosphere, whimsical 2D artwork, detailed pencil strokes, warm earthy colors, soft imperfect edges, high-quality artistic finish.
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11Aspect ratio: 9:16 vertical.

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