Nano Banana Style Control Guide

Mastering style control is essential for creating exceptional AI-generated images. This guide will teach you how to precisely control the artistic style and visual effects of your generated images.

Art Style Categories

Traditional Painting Styles

Oil Painting

• Characteristics: Thick brushstrokes, rich color layers
• Keywords: "oil painting", "thick brushstrokes", "impasto technique"
• Best for: Portraits, landscapes, still life

Watercolor

• Characteristics: Transparency, soft color transitions
• Keywords: "watercolor", "soft washes", "transparent layers"
• Best for: Florals, landscapes, abstract art

Sketch Style

• Characteristics: Line work, light and shadow contrast
• Keywords: "pencil sketch", "charcoal drawing", "line art"
• Best for: Character portraits, architectural sketches

Modern Art Movements

Impressionism

• Characteristics: Light and shadow changes, color separation technique
• Keywords: "impressionist style", "broken color", "plein air"
• Notable Artists: Monet, Renoir, Degas

Cubism

• Characteristics: Geometric shape deconstruction, multiple perspectives
• Keywords: "cubist style", "geometric forms", "fragmented"
• Notable Artists: Picasso, Braque

Surrealism

• Characteristics: Dreamlike scenes, irrational combinations
• Keywords: "surrealist", "dreamlike", "impossible scenes"
• Notable Artists: Dalí, Magritte

Digital Art Styles

Concept Art

• Applications: Game and film concept design
• Keywords: "concept art", "matte painting", "digital illustration"
• Characteristics: Highly detailed, professional-grade rendering

Pixel Art

• Applications: Retro gaming style
• Keywords: "pixel art", "8-bit style", "retro gaming"
• Characteristics: Blocky appearance, limited color palette

Vector Art

• Applications: Icon design, illustrations
• Keywords: "vector art", "flat design", "geometric shapes"
• Characteristics: Clean lines, solid color fills

Photography Styles

Portrait Photography

• Commercial Portraits: "professional headshot", "corporate photography"
• Artistic Portraits: "fine art portrait", "dramatic lighting"
• Street Portraits: "street photography", "candid moment"

Landscape Photography

• Nature: "landscape photography", "golden hour", "wide angle"
• Urban: "urban photography", "architectural", "cityscape"
• Macro: "macro photography", "close-up detail", "shallow depth"

Style Combination Techniques

Blending Styles

Combine different style elements:

"Combining impressionist color techniques with modern digital 
art precision to create works that have both traditional 
painting charm and contemporary appeal"

Style Intensity Control

Use modifiers to adjust style intensity:

• Subtle: "subtle impressionist influence"
• Strong: "strong cubist style"
• Extreme: "extreme surrealist approach"

Technical Parameter Control

Color Control

• Tone: "warm tones", "cool palette", "monochromatic"
• Saturation: "vibrant colors", "muted tones", "desaturated"
• Contrast: "high contrast", "soft contrast", "low key"

Composition Control

• Viewpoint: "bird's eye view", "worm's eye view", "eye level"
• Depth of Field: "shallow depth of field", "everything in focus"
• Composition Rules: "rule of thirds", "golden ratio", "symmetrical"

Lighting Control

• Light Source: "natural light", "studio lighting", "dramatic shadows"
• Time: "golden hour", "blue hour", "harsh midday sun"
• Mood: "soft diffused light", "hard directional light"

Practical Examples

Example 1: Dreamy Portrait

Portrait of a young woman combining impressionist soft colors 
with surrealist dreamlike elements, background of flowing 
clouds and floating petals, soft natural lighting, oil 
painting texture

Example 2: Futuristic City

Cyberpunk-style futuristic city night scene, neon lights 
reflecting on wet streets, towering skyscrapers, digital 
art style, high contrast, predominantly cool tones

Example 3: Classical Still Life

Baroque-style still life painting, elegant arrangement of 
fruits and flowers, dramatic chiaroscuro lighting, rich 
details, classical oil painting technique, warm golden tones

Common Problem Solutions

Style Not Prominent Enough

• Increase weight of style keywords
• Add specific artist references
• Use more precise technical terms

Style Conflicts

• Check for contradictory style descriptions
• Choose a dominant style with others as accents
• Use transitional descriptive words

Unsatisfactory Results

• Study characteristics of target style
• Reference successful examples
• Gradually adjust and optimize

Advanced Techniques

1. Study Art History: Understand characteristics of different periods
2. Analyze Master Works: Learn techniques from classic pieces
3. Experiment with Combinations: Try innovative style fusions
4. Build Reference Library: Collect effective style keywords
5. Continuous Practice: Improve style control through practice

Style Reference Library

Classical Periods

• Renaissance: "renaissance painting", "sfumato technique", "classical proportions"
• Baroque: "baroque style", "dramatic lighting", "rich textures"
• Neoclassical: "neoclassical", "idealized forms", "marble sculpture"

Modern Movements

• Art Nouveau: "art nouveau", "organic forms", "decorative patterns"
• Art Deco: "art deco", "geometric patterns", "luxury materials"
• Pop Art: "pop art", "bold colors", "commercial imagery"

Contemporary Styles

• Minimalism: "minimalist", "clean lines", "negative space"
• Hyperrealism: "hyperrealistic", "photographic detail", "precise rendering"
• Street Art: "street art", "graffiti style", "urban aesthetic"

Tips for Success

• Start with one dominant style and add subtle influences
• Research visual references before creating prompts
• Use specific artist names for more targeted results
• Combine technical and artistic terms for precision
• Test different intensity levels to find the sweet spot

Mastering style control takes time and practice, but once proficient, you'll be able to create unique and impressive artistic works that match your creative vision perfectly.