Image prompt

Tattoo design idea

Tattoo design idea: a free, copy-paste prompt for Midjourney, ChatGPT and Gemini. Paste the prompt and fill in any [BRACKETED] fields to generate your image.

The prompt

Design a [STYLE, e.g. fine-line minimalist] tattoo of [SUBJECT, e.g. a lotus with a small crescent moon].

Placement: [PLACEMENT, e.g. inner forearm], about [SIZE, e.g. 10 cm] tall. Clean black linework and a balanced composition, with no shading unless the style needs it.

Show the design centred on plain white paper, as a clear stencil a tattoo artist could use.

Pro tip: Take the design to a real tattoo artist to adapt it to your skin and placement.

How to use this prompt

  1. Open Midjourney and start a new image.
  2. Paste the prompt and replace the [BRACKETED] fields with your subject or brand.
  3. Generate a few variations and pick the closest.
  4. Refine by changing one detail at a time, such as the lighting, angle or colours.

Prompt at a glance

Category
Image
Works with
Midjourney · ChatGPT · Gemini
Length
60 words
Fields to fill in
STYLE, SUBJECT, PLACEMENT, SIZE
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Frequently asked questions

Which AI tools work with this prompt?

It is written for Midjourney, ChatGPT and Gemini. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.

What do I need to fill in?

Replace these fields before you send it: STYLE, SUBJECT, PLACEMENT, SIZE. Each field shows an example in the prompt.

Can I use the generated image commercially?

That depends on the tool you generate it with and your plan. Check that tool's terms before you publish or sell the result.

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