# Flat Color to Rendered Anime Shading

- Model: [GPT Image 2](/models/chatgpt-image.md)
- Creator: [Library Game Art (@library.game.art)](/@library.game.art.md)
- Label: AI-generated
- Use cases: 3D render
- AI keywords: character, anime, game asset, illustration
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- Saves: 0
- Published: 2026-11-01
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## Prompt

```text
Using REFERENCE_0, transform the flat-colored character into a {art_style}. Apply detailed {lighting_effect} to the skin, hair, eyes, clothing, and tail to give the 2D design a polished, three-dimensional feel. Add a metallic sheen to the buckles and jewelry. Change the background to {background_color}. Preserve the character's original design, outfit, and neutral pose exactly as they appear in the reference.
```

## Variables

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

| Variable | Label | Example |
|---|---|---|
| `{art_style}` | art style | fully rendered, high-quality anime illustration |
| `{lighting_effect}` | lighting effect | shading, glossy highlights, and depth |
| `{background_color}` | background color | solid black |

## About

Transforms a flat-colored 2D character reference into a fully shaded and rendered anime illustration with a solid background.

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

## Credit and licence

Prompt by @library.game.art on Promptclay, https://promptclay.com/prompts/flat-color-to-rendered-anime-shading-2smmhh
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