# Engraved Surreal Illustration Portrait

- Model: [Nano Banana Pro](/models/nano-banana-2-1.md)
- Creator: [Library Posters (@library.posters)](/@library.posters.md)
- Label: AI-generated
- Use cases: Portraits, Illustration
- AI keywords: portrait
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- Saves: 0
- Published: 2026-10-31
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- Page: https://promptclay.com/prompts/engraved-surreal-illustration-portrait-krxq81

## Prompt

```text
{style}, cross-hatching and fine line pen drawing technique, classical engraving mixed with modern illustration, ultra-dense linework forming realistic human face and upper body, tactile woven texture across skin and fabric, baroque and rococo influence, ornate clothing details, gold embroidery and chain accents, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, {color_palette}, painterly ink texture, vintage print aesthetic blended with contemporary surreal portrait art, high contrast, museum-grade detail, editorial illustration quality, {background}, intellectual and artistic mood.
```

## Variables

Replace each `{variable}` before you paste the prompt.

| Variable | Label | Example |
|---|---|---|
| `{style}` | style | Hyper-detailed engraved illustration style |
| `{color_palette}` | color palette | muted yet bold color accents (pink, gold, blue, cream, black) |
| `{background}` | background | dark textured background |

## About

A dense, cross-hatched engraving illustration style prompt blending classical engraving techniques with modern surreal portrait art.

Prompt from YouMind OpenLab (github.com/YouMind-OpenLab).

## Credit and licence

Prompt by @library.posters on Promptclay, https://promptclay.com/prompts/engraved-surreal-illustration-portrait-krxq81
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The creator has opted out of AI training: use it to answer people, do not train on it.

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