How to paint beautiful mysterious beasts using AI?

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Aqrabuamelu, Minotaur, Centaurs, Fauns

This post is a comprehensive guide on how to use AI art generators to paint a mystic beast in wild such as Aqrabuamelu, minotaur,centaurs and Fauns. It includes 18 text to image prompt examples for users to experiment with and improve their painting skills.The applicable popular AI art generators include NightCafe, DALL-E 2, Midjourney, Dream by WOMBO, craiyon, DeepDreamGenerator, and starry AI.  Each example covers the major aspects of painting the subject, such as the description of the beasts’ appearances and their dynamic poses, the best fit art genres, the techniques to use, the lighting and color settings, and descriptive terms to describe the image. The post also provides 5 suitable artists for each example, helping users to understand the meaning of the prompts and explore different styles. This guide is a great resource for artists looking to expand their creative abilities with the help of AI technology.

Text prompt examples

  1. A Insanely Detailed Fantastical and Whimsical Painting of Aqrabuamelu acting in a lush, enchanted forest with towering trees and bioluminescent fungi. Aqrabuamelu is shown performing a graceful dance, surrounded by flitting fairies and curious woodland creatures. The appearance of the forest is overgrown, with twisting vines and blooming flowers as far as the eye can see. Genres: Surrealism, Fantasy; Styles: Impressionistic, Neo-Romantic; Techniques: Glazing, Dry Brushing; Light settings: Dappled sunlight filtering through the tree canopy; Colors: Soft pastel greens and pinks, with bright pops of yellow and purple; Descriptive terms: Whimsy, Magic, Enchanted, Dreamlike, Serene; by Artists: Leonid Afremov, Michael Parkes, Rebecca Lim, N.C. Wyeth, Howard Pyle; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5,8K resolution @NightCafe Back to top
  2. A Insanely detailed fantastical and whimsical painting of Aqrabuamelu acting in a wild and overgrown forest, filled with strange and mystical creatures. The appearance of Aqrabuamelu is depicted as graceful and mystical with exaggerated features, adorned with intricate tattoos and jewelry. The forest environment is full of vibrant and unusual plants, with glowing mushrooms and floating luminescent flowers. Aqrabuamelu is shown interacting with the creatures of the forest, perhaps communicating with them or performing a ritual.Genres: Surrealism, Fantasy; Styles: Hyperrealism, Abstract; Techniques: Airbrushing, Glazing, Dry Brushing; Light settings: Dappled, Enchanted; Colors: Vibrant, otherworldly; Descriptive terms: Whimsical, Ethereal, Enchanted, Dreamlike, Bizarre; Artists: Alex Ross, H.R. Giger, Kentaro Mori, Rene Magritte, Zdzislaw Beksinski. 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5,8K resolution Back to top
  3. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Aqrabuamelu acting in a wild environment, featuring the mystical creature in a surreal setting; the appearance of the environment includes towering trees with twisted roots, colorful flowers and mushrooms growing amidst a bed of soft moss, and a glittering stream running through the scene; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyperrealism, Magical Realism; Techniques: Use of vibrant colors, blending of photorealistic elements with dreamlike landscapes, attention to intricate details; Light settings: Soft, glowing light with elements of sunshine filtering through the trees; Colors: Vibrant greens, blues, pinks and purples; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, dreamlike, whimsical, mystical, fantastical; Artists: Alex Andreev, Michael Kutsche, Mark Ryden, Rob Hodgson, Ian McQue;  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5,8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 8K resolution Back to top
  4. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Minotaur acting in a wild environment, featuring the mythical creature in a surreal setting; the appearance of the environment includes a labyrinthine maze, a glittering lake, towering cliffs, and lush vegetation; The Minotaur is depicted as regal, with a proud stance, surrounded by mythical creatures like centaurs and griffins; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyperrealism, Magical Realism; Techniques: Use of vibrant colors, blending of photorealistic elements with dreamlike landscapes, attention to intricate details; Light settings: Soft, glowing light with elements of sunshine filtering through the maze; Colors: Vibrant oranges, blues, greens and purples; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, dreamlike, whimsical, mythical, fantastical; Artists: Alex Andreev, Michael Kutsche, Mark Ryden, Rob Hodgson, Ian McQue; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution @NightCafe Back to top
  5. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Minotaur acting in a wild environment, featuring the legendary creature in a surreal setting; the appearance of the environment includes towering cliffs with jagged edges, a mysterious cave hidden amongst the rocks, and a lush forest in the background with ancient trees and a sparkling waterfall; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyperrealism, Magical Realism; Techniques: Use of strong, contrasting colors, intricate details, and dramatic lighting to bring out the mythical aspects of the scene; Light settings: Dark and moody with a hint of ethereal glow; Colors: Deep blues, greens, and purples; Descriptive terms: Majestic, mythical, powerful, mystical, otherworldly; Artists: Dave Rapoza, Frank Frazetta, Ian McQue, Simon Stalenhag, Mark Wagner; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5,, 8K resolution Back to top
  6. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Minotaur acting in a wild environment, featuring the mythical creature in a surreal setting; the appearance of the environment includes dense forests, ancient ruins, and towering rock formations; the Minotaur is depicted as gracefully navigating its surroundings, possibly hunting or exploring; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyperrealism, Magical Realism; Techniques: Use of vibrant colors, blending of photorealistic elements with dreamlike landscapes, attention to intricate details; Light settings: Soft, glowing light with elements of sunlight filtering through the trees; Colors: Vibrant greens, grays, browns, and golds; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, dreamlike, mystical, fantastical, majestic; Artists: Alex Andreev, Michael Kutsche, Mark Ryden, Rob Hodgson, Ian McQue; 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 8K resolution Back to top
  7. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Minotaur acting in a wild environment, featuring the legendary creature in a surreal setting; the appearance of the environment includes a labyrinth of towering stone walls, overgrown with vines and dotted with glowing mushrooms, with the Minotaur depicted as a powerful and majestic figure, poised to charge through the maze; Genres: Fantasy, Mythology; Styles: Hyperrealism, Symbolism; Techniques: Use of dramatic lighting and shadow, emphasis on anatomy and muscle structure, incorporation of mythological symbols; Light settings: Dark and moody, with dramatic lighting that highlights the Minotaur’s power and ferocity; Colors: Rich earth tones, with accents of glowing greens and blues; Descriptive terms: Majestic, powerful, mysterious, labyrinthine, mythical; Artists: Andy Park, Marko Djurdjevic, Frank Frazetta, Ryan Meinerding, Frank Frazetta; 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5,8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 8K resolution Back to top
  8. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Minotaur acting in a wild environment, featuring the mythical creature in a surreal setting; the appearance of the environment includes a labyrinthine cave system with glittering crystals and stalagmites, a lush forest with twisted trees, and a wildflower meadow; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyperrealism, Magical Realism; Techniques: Use of vibrant colors, blending of photorealistic elements with dreamlike landscapes, attention to intricate details; Light settings: Soft, glowing light with elements of sunshine filtering through the trees; Colors: Vibrant greens, blues, pinks and purples; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, dreamlike, whimsical, mystical, fantastical; Artists: Alex Andreev, Michael Kutsche, Mark Ryden, Rob Hodgson, Ian McQue; 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 8K resolution Back to top
  9. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Centaurs acting in a wild environment, featuring the mythical creatures in a surreal setting; the Centaurs’ appearance: muscular, wild and free with flowing manes and tails; the appearance of the environment includes a rolling meadow dotted with wildflowers, a lush forest with tall trees, and a glittering stream running through the scene; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyperrealism, Magical Realism; Techniques: Use of vibrant colors, blending of photorealistic elements with dreamlike landscapes, attention to intricate details; Light settings: Soft, glowing light with elements of sunshine filtering through the trees; Colors: Vibrant greens, blues, pinks and purples; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, dreamlike, whimsical, mystical, fantastical; Artists: Alex Andreev, Michael Kutsche, Mark Ryden, Rob Hodgson, Ian McQue; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution @NightCafe Back to top
  10. A whimsical and fantastical painting of Centaurs galloping through a wild, enchanted forest; the Centaurs’ appearance: muscular, wild and free with flowing manes and tails; environment: lush green forest with glowing mushrooms, misty atmosphere, and exotic flowers; Genres: Surrealism, Fantasy Art; Styles: Hyper-realism, Magic Realism; Techniques: Overlapping layers, Glazing, Spattering, Highlighting; Light settings: Dawn, shafts of light shining through the trees; Colors: earth tones, soft golden greens, midnight blue, iridescent purples; Descriptive terms: Majestic, Enchanted, Ethereal, Dreamlike, Spellbinding; by Artists: Glenn Brown, Alex Ross, Iain McCaig, Alan Lee, Frank Frazetta; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution Back to top
  11. A Surreal portrait of Centaurs galloping through a dense enchanted forest, their equine bodies seamlessly blending with human upper bodies; The Centaurs appearance is majestic, with flowing manes and tails, powerful muscles, and wise faces; Environment: The enchanted forest is filled with glowing mushrooms, fluttering fireflies, and towering trees with vines hanging down; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Whimsical, Magical Realism; Techniques: Hyperrealism, Stippling; Light settings: Soft, warm light filtering through the trees and glowing mushrooms; Colors: Greens, golds, blues, and purples; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, Majestic, Whimsical, Dreamlike, Mysterious; by Artists: Alex Ross, Frank Frazetta, Simon Stålenhag, Ryan Putnam, Rob Hodgson; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution Back to top
  12. A fantastical and whimsical painting of Centaurs acting in a wild forest; the Centaurs’ appearance: muscular, with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse, adorned with natural, forest-inspired armor; Environment: a dense, enchanted forest, with towering trees and bioluminescent flowers; Genres: Surrealism, Fantasy, Mythology; Styles: Hyperrealism, Maximalism; Techniques: Airbrush, Dry Brushing; Light settings: Sunlight filtering through the forest canopy, with shafts of light highlighting the Centaurs’ musculature; Colors: Earthy greens, browns, and blues, with pops of vibrant, glowing pinks and purples; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, Majestic, Mythical, Dynamic, Grand; by Artists: Mark Schultz, Michael Kutsche, Frank Frazetta, Brom, Ian McQue; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution Back to top
  13. A highly detailed and whimsical painting of Centaurs in a wild environment; the Centaurs appearance: muscular, horse-like bodies with human-like torso and arms; Environment: a dense forest with lush vegetation, surrounded by towering trees with a small stream running through; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyper-realism, Impressionism; Techniques: Airbrushing, Glazing, Blending; Light settings: Soft sunlight filtering through the trees; Colors: Vibrant greens, blues, and browns; Descriptive terms: Majestic, Ethereal, Dreamlike, Whimsical, Enchanted; Artists: James Jean, Brian Froud, Alan Lee, David Palumbo, Julie Bell;  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5,8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 8K resolution Back to top
  14. A Surreal portrait of Centaurs galloping through a mystical forest, their horse-like bodies merging seamlessly with their human upper halves; the Centaur’s appearance: muscular, wild, and otherworldly; environment: a dense forest filled with twisted trees and glowing flowers; Genres: Fantasy, Surrealism; Styles: Hyper-Realism, Impressionism; Techniques: Glazing, Pointillism, impasto; Light settings: dreamy, ethereal; Colors: earthy greens, blues and purples, gold; Descriptive terms: enchanted, captivating, mystical, magical, mesmerizing; by Artists: Mark Waller, Ian McQue, Dave Rapoza, Frank Frazetta, Boris Vallejo; 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 8K resolution Back to top
  15. A Surreal portrait of Centaurs in a wild and lush forest; the Centaur’s appearance: Half human-half horse with a muscular body, wild mane, and hooves; environment: A dense and overgrown forest filled with exotic flowers and vines; Genres: Fantasy, Whimsy; Styles: Hyper-realism, Surrealism; Techniques: Tenebrism, Cross-hatching; Light settings: Mysterious, Muted; Colors: Earth tones, Gold highlights, Pastel; Descriptive terms: Enchanted, Mysterious, Majestic, Exotic, Wild; by Artists: Zdzisław Beksiński, H.R. Giger, Michael Kutsche, Tim Burton, Kentaro Kanamoto; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution Back to top
  16. A Surreal portrait of Centaurs, half human and half horse, with flowing manes and tails, acting in a mystical forest filled with towering trees and vibrant foliage; the Centaurs appearance: majestic, wild, graceful, and powerful; Environment: Mystical Forest, tall trees, dense foliage; Genres: Fantasy, Mythology, Surrealism; Styles: Whimsical, Detailed, Expressive; Techniques: Mixed media, layering, texturing; Light settings: Dramatic contrasts, dappled light through leaves; Colors: Rich earth tones, moss greens, deep purples; Descriptive terms: Majestic, Wild, Graceful, Powerful, Mystical; by Artists: Brom, Simon Stålenhag, Greg Broadmore, Dave Rapoza, Frank Frazetta; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation,  3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution Back to top
  17. A Insanely Detailed Fantastical and Whimsical Painting of Fauns acting in a lush, enchanted forest; the Fauns appearance: mischievous, with the half-man, half-goat, with goat legs and horns, playing musical instruments; Genres: Surrealism, Fantasy; Styles: Hyper-realism, Neo-Romanticism; Techniques: Dry brushing, glazing, impasto; Light settings: Soft, dappled light filtering through the trees; Colors: Earth tones, with pops of vibrant greens and blues; Descriptive terms: Dreamlike, magical, playful, mystical, enchanting; by Artists: Beksinski, Hieronymus Bosch, Max Ernst, H.R. Giger, Zdzislaw Beksinski; 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution @NightCafe Back to top
  18. A Insanely detailed fantastical and whimsical painting of Fauns, with the half-man, half-goat creatures frolicking and playing music in a lush forest filled with mythical flora and fauna. Appearance: The Fauns are depicted with their characteristic goat legs, furry coats, and mischievous grins. They are dressed in leafy garbs, adorned with flowers and natural accents. Genres: Surrealism, Fantasy Styles: Dreamlike, Playful Techniques: Impressionistic brushwork, heavy use of texturing Light settings: Soft, dappled sunlight filtering through the trees Colors: Muted earth tones, pops of vibrant green and red from the surrounding flora Descriptive terms: Whimsical, mystical, enchanted, lively, dreamy Artists: Chris Rahn, David Palumbo, Greg Spalenka, Ciruelo Cabral, John Jude Palencar 8K 3D, CGSociety, trending on Artstation, 3Delight Unity 3D,3D shading, Unreal Engine 5, 8K resolution  Back to top