# Monochrome Scratchboard Selfie Portrait

- Model: [GPT Image 2](/models/chatgpt-image.md)
- Creator: [Library Avatars (@library.avatars)](/@library.avatars.md)
- Label: AI-generated
- Use cases: Portraits
- AI keywords: portrait, illustration, dramatic
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- Published: 2026-11-01
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## Prompt

```text
Ultra-detailed monochrome scratchboard portrait of a {subject}, low-angle selfie composition, confident smile, thick textured hair swept upward, trimmed beard and mustache, wearing a black t-shirt, thin chain necklace, and round reflective {accessory_color} sunglasses. High-contrast black and white engraving style with intricate cross-hatching, etching, and ink linework. {background_style} with scratches, dust, and distressed texture. Dramatic lighting, sharp facial details, bold shadows, graphic novel aesthetic, modern streetwear vibe, centered composition, ultra-realistic facial features, premium poster design, 8K resolution, cinematic contrast, selective blue color accent only in the lenses, edgy and artistic masterpiece. Don't change face.
```

## Variables

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

| Variable | Label | Example |
|---|---|---|
| `{subject}` | subject | stylish young man |
| `{accessory_color}` | accessory color | electric-blue |
| `{background_style}` | background style | Dark grunge background |

## About

Creates a high-contrast black and white scratchboard style portrait with selective color accents on accessories.

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

## Credit and licence

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