This collection of 30 text-to-image prompts offers a diverse range of cartoon characters and detailed scenes to color in. With a focus on Cartoon Coloring Detailed Scenes, these prompts incorporate the best combination of genres, styles, lighting, and color settings to create stunning artworks. The prompts are suitable for coloring books, children’s illustrations, website illustrations, or any other design project that requires colorful and fun scenes. From enchanting fairy tales to thrilling space adventures, these prompts will transport you to a world of imagination and creativity. Get ready to unleash your artistic talent and let your creativity soar!

30 text-to-image prompt example for cartoon scenes

1. A cartoon illustration of a magical underwater kingdom with colorful coral reefs and schools of fish swimming around; watercolor, impressionism; acrylic paints, blending, stippling, and layering techniques; warm lighting, emphasizing the glow of the coral; bright and vibrant colors, with a focus on blues and greens; by Mary Blair, Maurice Sendak, Hayao Miyazaki, Dr. Seuss, and Bill Watterson; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
2. A cartoon illustration of a cozy coffee shop with comfy couches, bookshelves, and steaming cups of coffee; realism, minimalism; watercolor and pencil; natural lighting, with sunlight streaming through the windows; a neutral color palette, with pops of warm browns and oranges; by Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper, Norman Rockwell, Vincent van Gogh, and Wassily Kandinsky; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
3. A cartoon illustration of a bustling city street with skyscrapers, traffic, and street vendors selling food; pop art, graphic design; digital painting and vector graphics; neon lighting, emphasizing the energy of the city; a bold and bright color palette, with a focus on primary colors; by Roy Lichtenstein, Keith Haring, Takashi Murakami, Shepard Fairey, and Paula Scher; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
4. A cartoon illustration of a magical garden filled with vibrant flowers and mushrooms, surrounded by tall trees and a beautiful waterfall in the background; fantasy, impressionism, watercolor, acrylics; wet-on-wet, layering, impasto; warm, natural lighting with highlights and shadows; bright and bold colors with a touch of pastels; by Mary Blair, Eyvind Earle, Brian Froud, Lisa Frank, and Teagan White; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
5. A cartoon illustration of a mystical underwater world, featuring colorful coral reefs, seaweed, and a variety of marine creatures, such as fish, dolphins, and turtles; fantasy, surrealism, oil painting, digital art; layering, glazing, digital painting; deep, blue lighting with rays of sunlight; vibrant, neon colors with a touch of metallics; by Moebius, Rodney Matthews, Alan Lee, James Gurney, and H.R. Giger; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
6. A cartoon illustration of a futuristic cityscape, filled with flying cars, skyscrapers, and neon lights; sci-fi, cyberpunk, digital art, 3D modeling; modeling, texturing, rendering; artificial, neon lighting with reflections and glows; dark, moody colors with a touch of neon; by Syd Mead, Masamune Shirow, Roger Dean, Simon Stalenhag, and Ron Cobb; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
7. A cartoon illustration of a magical underwater world with colorful coral reefs and schools of fish swimming around them; fantasy; surrealism; watercolor and ink; bright and colorful lighting; vibrant and bold colors; by Mary Blair, David Gilson, Eyvind Earle, Walt Peregoy, and Maurice Noble; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
8. A cartoon illustration of a whimsical forest scene with playful animals gathering berries and mushrooms under a large tree canopy; fantasy; storybook; acrylic painting; warm and soft lighting; earthy and muted colors; by Beatrix Potter, Arthur Rackham, Brian Froud, Maurice Sendak, and Richard Scarry; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
9. A cartoon illustration of a futuristic cityscape with flying cars, towering skyscrapers, and bustling street life; science fiction; cyberpunk; digital painting; neon lighting; cool and muted colors; by Syd Mead, Peter Elson, Chris Foss, Ron Cobb, and Jean “Moebius” Giraud; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
10. A colorful cartoon scene of a pirate ship sailing across a stormy sea; adventure; whimsical; watercolors; dramatic lighting; muted tones of blue and gray; by David Gilson, Helen Dardik, Jim Benton, Mary Blair, and Mo Willems; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
11. A vibrant cartoon illustration of a fantastical underwater world with mermaids, seahorses, and coral reefs; fantasy; whimsical; digital painting; soft lighting; pastel tones of pink, purple, and blue; by Oliver Jeffers, Angela Dominguez, Brian Kesinger, Beatrix Potter, and Charley Harper; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
12. A cute cartoon depiction of a cozy cottage in the woods with forest animals, including rabbits, squirrels, and deer; nature; whimsical; colored pencils; warm lighting; earthy tones of green, brown, and orange; by Rosemary Wells, Eric Carle, Ezra Jack Keats, Roger Duvoisin, and Wanda Gág; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
13. A detailed cartoon scene of a magical forest with vibrant trees, sparkling waterfalls, and talking animals; fantasy; whimsical; acrylic painting, textured brushstrokes; natural lighting; pastel colors; by Hayao Miyazaki, Mary Blair, Rebecca Sugar, Bill Watterson, and Chris Sanders; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
14. A cartoon illustration of a bustling city street with towering skyscrapers, street vendors, and colorful billboards; urban; pop art; digital painting, bold lines; neon lighting; bright colors; by Roy Lichtenstein, Keith Haring, Shepard Fairey, Kaws, and Takashi Murakami; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
15. A cartoon portrait of a fierce warrior princess with intricate armor, wielding a magical sword; fantasy; anime; watercolor painting, blended brushstrokes; dramatic lighting; warm colors; by Hayao Miyazaki, Katsuhiro Otomo, Rumiko Takahashi, Akira Toriyama, and Hiromu Arakawa; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
16. A cartoon illustration of a whimsical underwater kingdom, filled with colorful coral and seaweed, friendly fish, and a majestic mermaid queen; fantasy; whimsical; acrylic painting; bright, ocean-inspired lighting; bright and vivid colors; by Mary Blair, Alina Chau, Brittney Lee, Tim Burton, and Hayao Miyazaki; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
17. A cartoon illustration of a cozy cabin in the woods, surrounded by tall trees and a babbling brook; nature; realism; oil painting; warm, golden hour lighting; earthy tones; by Bob Ross, Andrew Wyeth, Ansel Adams, Vincent van Gogh, and Claude Monet; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
18. A cartoon illustration of a charming medieval village, with cobblestone streets, thatched roofs, and friendly villagers going about their day; history; whimsical; watercolor painting; warm, golden hour lighting; muted tones; by Brian Froud, Mary GrandPré, Chris Riddell, John Howe, and Charles Vess; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
19. A cartoon illustration of a whimsical enchanted garden filled with vibrant flowers and magical creatures; fantasy; whimsical; watercolor and ink; natural lighting; bright and cheerful colors; by Mary Blair, Lisa Congdon, Jill Bliss, Jen Garrido, and Anna Bond; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
20. A cartoon illustration of a charming tea party with anthropomorphic animals and fanciful sweets; children’s book; whimsical; acrylic and pen; soft lighting; pastel and vibrant colors; by Beatrix Potter, Jane Foster, Lauren Child, Nidhi Chanani, and Charley Harper; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
21. A cartoon illustration of a bustling market scene in a Moroccan town with a variety of exotic spices and lively people; travel; realistic; oil and pastel; warm lighting; rich and earthy colors; by Henri Matisse, Jean-Francois Millet, David Hockney, Wayne Thiebaud, and Wassily Kandinsky; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
22. A colorful cartoon illustration of a magical underwater world with vibrant coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, and a majestic sea turtle; watercolor; whimsical; dry brush technique; natural sunlight; bright and bold color palette; by Mary Blair, Eyvind Earle, Glen Keane, Lorelay Bove, and Carter Goodrich; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
23. A whimsical cartoon illustration of a mystical forest with tall trees, giant mushrooms, and a magical unicorn; fantasy; watercolor and ink; sketchy lines; moonlight; pastel color palette; by Brian Froud, James Jean, Bill Watterson, Jill Barklem, and Yuko Shimizu; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
24. A cheerful cartoon illustration of a bustling city street with colorful storefronts, street vendors, and happy pedestrians; urban; flat design; vector graphics; warm street lamps; vibrant color palette; by Mary Blair, Al Hirschfeld, Pete Oswald, Shane Hunt, and Olimpia Zagnoli; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
25. A detailed cartoon scene of a group of animals having a picnic in the forest; Children’s illustration; Soft pastel; Watercolor; Bright natural lighting; Warm and earthy color scheme; by Beatrix Potter, Norman Rockwell, Maurice Sendak, Mary Blair, and Brian Froud; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
26. A colorful cartoon illustration of a carnival parade with people wearing different costumes and masks; Pop art; Graffiti; Acrylic paint; Bright neon lighting; Bold and contrasting color scheme; by Romero Britto, Keith Haring, Banksy, Kobra, and JR; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
27. A detailed cartoon image of a mermaid and a sea turtle swimming in a vibrant coral reef; Fantasy art; Surrealism; Oil paint; Natural underwater lighting; Blue and green color scheme with pops of pink and purple; by Brom, Stephanie Pui-Mun Law, James Gurney, Michael Whelan, and Don Maitz; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
28. A colorful cartoon illustration of a group of animals enjoying a picnic on a sunny day; children’s illustration; watercolor; light and shadow contrast; bright and warm colors; by Beatrix Potter, Tove Jansson, Dr. Seuss, Maurice Sendak, and William Steig; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
29. A whimsical cartoon illustration of a magical garden with flowers and trees in vibrant colors and fairies flying around; fantasy illustration; digital painting; backlighting and soft shadows; pastel and neon colors; by Mary Blair, Brian Froud, Jim Henson, Arthur Rackham, and J.R.R. Tolkien; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5
30. An adorable cartoon illustration of a baby animal playing with a butterfly in a field of flowers; children’s illustration; colored pencils; soft and warm lighting; pastel colors; by Ernest H. Shepard, Richard Scarry, Eric Carle, Quentin Blake, and Jan Brett; cartoonish, 8k resolution CGSociety trending on Artstation Unreal engine 5