How to generate conceptual abstract paintings

The collection of prompts evokes a kaleidoscope of emotions, textures, and sensations. Each prompt holds a unique story, a hidden message, and an abstract concept waiting to be explored. From the fluidity of watercolor flowers to the bold strokes of expressionism, the prompts offer a journey through time and space. They are a reflection of our world, our dreams, and our imagination. The prompts challenge us to question, to imagine, and to create. They push us to break boundaries, to experiment, and to redefine what art can be. The collection is a tribute to the power of creativity, the diversity of artistic expression, and the endless possibilities of the human mind.

30 text-to-image prompts for generating conceptual abstract paintings

  1. A painting of a futuristic cityscape at night, featuring towering skyscrapers and neon lights; Science Fiction, Cyberpunk; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Digital Painting, Mixed Media; Vibrant neon lighting contrasts with deep shadows; Monochromatic with splashes of electric blue; by Salvador Dali, Yayoi Kusama, and Frank Stella; Unreal engine 5
  2. A sculpture of a fantastical creature, part animal and part machine, with intricate details and moving parts; Fantasy, Steampunk; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Mixed Media, Kinetic Art; Shifting, dynamic lighting creates a sense of movement; Metallic with hints of rusted red and gold; by H.R. Giger, Jean Tinguely, and Rebecca Horn; Unreal engine 5
  3. A portrait of a person with an exaggeratedly long neck, wearing a bright, patterned scarf; Pop Art, Surrealism; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Oil Painting, Mixed Media; Bold, high-contrast lighting emphasizes the subject’s unique features; Vibrant, primary colors with contrasting shades; by Frida Kahlo, Roy Lichtenstein, and Salvador Dali; Unreal engine 5
  4. A painting of a peaceful forest glade, filled with sunlight filtering through the trees; Nature, Realism; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Acrylic Painting, Mixed Media; Soft, diffused lighting creates a dreamlike quality; Muted greens and earth tones; by Mark Rothko, Wassily Kandinsky, and Agnes Martin; Unreal engine 5
  5. A sculpture of an otherworldly being, with long, flowing limbs and multiple appendages; Science Fiction, Fantasy; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Bronze Casting, Mixed Media; Otherworldly, eerie lighting creates a sense of mystery; Metallic with blue-green patina; by H.R. Giger, Alexander Calder, and Louise Bourgeois; Unreal engine 5
  6. A black and white photograph of a deserted street in a busy city at night, with tall skyscrapers looming in the background; Urban, Documentary; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Photography, High-contrast; Dramatic, stark lighting; Monochromatic with shades of gray; by Cindy Sherman, Andreas Gursky, and Daido Moriyama; Unreal engine 5.
  7. An oil painting of a group of people gathered around a large bonfire on a beach at night; Figurative, Landscape; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Oil painting, Impressionism; Warm, orange-toned lighting; Vibrant with bold, contrasting colors; by Edward Hopper, David Hockney, and Joan Mitchell; Unreal engine 5.
  8. A digital painting of a futuristic cityscape at sunset, with towering skyscrapers and flying cars; Futuristic, Science fiction; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Digital painting, Post-modernism; Dramatic, artificial lighting; Monochromatic with shades of blue and green; by Frank Stella, Yayoi Kusama, and David Salle; Unreal engine 5.
  9. A mixed media sculpture of a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the wings of an eagle, perched on a rocky outcropping; Mythological, Fantasy; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Mixed media, Sculpture; Naturalistic, ambient lighting; Multicolored with metallic accents; by Louise Bourgeois, Anish Kapoor, and Kiki Smith; Unreal engine 5.
  10. A watercolor painting of a serene forest glade with sunlight filtering through the trees; Nature, Landscape; in the style of conceptual abstraction art; Watercolor, Minimalism; Soft, natural lighting; Monochromatic with shades of green; by Mark Rothko, Agnes Martin, and Kazimir Malevich; Unreal engine 5.
  11. A surreal mixed-media sculpture of a mythical creature with the head of a lion and the body of a dragon; Fantasy, Surrealism; Mixed-media, Sculpture; Dramatic, Contrasting lighting; Bold primary colors with metallic accents; by Salvador Dali, Louise Bourgeois, and Anish Kapoor; Unreal engine 5.
  12. A dynamic and energetic abstract painting of a city skyline at sunset; Urban, Abstract Expressionism; Oil, Spray paint; Bold, dramatic lighting with deep shadows; Vibrant shades of orange and purple with black and white accents; by Jackson Pollock, Mark Rothko, and Lee Krasner; Unreal engine 5.
  13. A minimalist black and white photograph of a lone tree in a foggy forest; Landscape, Minimalism; Black and white photography; Soft, diffused lighting with high contrast; Monochromatic with shades of gray; by Ansel Adams, Hiroshi Sugimoto, and Michael Kenna; Unreal engine 5.
  14. An abstract sculpture of a human figure with exaggerated, elongated limbs; Figurative, Abstract sculpture; Bronze, Stone carving; Natural, even lighting with strong shadows; Metallic and earthy tones with subtle pops of color; by Alberto Giacometti, Henry Moore, and Louise Nevelson; Unreal engine 5.
  15. A dreamy and whimsical oil painting of a mermaid lounging on a rock in a peaceful cove; Fantasy, Romanticism; Oil painting; Soft, warm lighting with a subtle glow; Pastel shades of blue and pink with hints of gold; by John William Waterhouse, Gustav Klimt, and Edward Burne-Jones; Unreal engine 5.
  16. A futuristic cityscape of a bustling metropolis at night, with towering skyscrapers and neon lights; Futuristic, Cyberpunk, Science Fiction; Digital art, CGI; Low-key lighting with neon accents; Dark, monochromatic color palette with pops of bright neon colors; by Syd Mead, H.R. Giger, and Masamune Shirow; Unreal engine 5
  17. A surreal and dreamlike portrait of a person with elongated limbs and distorted features, floating in a sea of clouds; Surrealism, Portraiture, Fantasy; Oil on canvas, Mixed media; Soft, diffused lighting; Pastel colors with dark shadows; by Salvador Dali, Giuseppe Arcimboldo, and Rene Magritte; Unreal engine 5
  18. An abstract landscape of a desert at sunset, with swirling sand dunes and a fiery orange sky; Abstract, Landscape, Nature; Mixed media, Collage; Warm, dramatic lighting; Earthy colors with pops of orange and yellow; by Helen Frankenthaler, Robert Rauschenberg, and Willem de Kooning; Unreal engine 5
  19. A whimsical illustration of a fantastical underwater world, with colorful coral reefs and exotic sea creatures; Illustration, Fantasy, Underwater; Watercolor, Digital art; Bright, dappled lighting; Vibrant colors with cool blues and greens; by Shaun Tan, Hayao Miyazaki, and John Bauer; Unreal engine 5
  20. A minimalist still life of a bowl of fruit on a table, with simple geometric shapes and bold colors; Minimalism, Still life, Pop art; Acrylic on canvas, Graphic design; Bright, even lighting; Bold primary colors with black and white accents; by Ellsworth Kelly, Roy Lichtenstein, and Wayne Thiebaud; Unreal engine 5
  21. A surrealistic bronze sculpture of a melting clock draped over a tree branch; Surrealism, Modernism; Bronze casting; Dramatic lighting with strong shadows; Monochromatic with shades of gold; by Salvador Dali, René Magritte, and Max Ernst; Unreal engine 5
  22. A dark and moody oil painting of a stormy ocean with a lighthouse in the distance; Seascape, Romanticism; Oil on canvas; Low-key lighting with a strong contrast between light and shadow; Cool-toned colors with deep blues and greys; by J.M.W. Turner, Caspar David Friedrich, and Ivan Aivazovsky; Unreal engine 5
  23. A vibrant mixed media abstract painting of a city skyline at night; Abstract expressionism, Pop art; Acrylic and collage on canvas; High-contrast lighting with bold colors and graphic shapes; Bright and bold primary colors with pops of neon; by Jackson Pollock, Keith Haring, and Roy Lichtenstein; Unreal engine 5
  24. An ethereal sculpture of a mystical creature with iridescent wings; Fantasy, Mythology; Sculpture with mixed media; Soft, diffused lighting with an otherworldly glow; Iridescent colors with shimmering greens, blues, and purples; by Brian Froud, Wendy Froud, and Tony DiTerlizzi; Unreal engine 5
  25. A serene watercolor painting of a peaceful forest with a babbling brook; Landscape, Impressionism; Watercolor on paper; Soft, diffused lighting with a dreamy quality; Natural colors with soft greens and browns; by Claude Monet, John Singer Sargent, and Winslow Homer; Unreal engine 5
  26. An abstract painting of a city skyline at night with neon lights reflected in the water below; Urban, Nightlife; Expressionism, Abstract Expressionism; Oil, Spray Paint; Bright, neon lighting; Bold, contrasting colors; by Mark Rothko, Jackson Pollock, and Franz Kline; Unreal engine 5.
  27. A sculpture of a mythical creature with the head of a lion, the wings of an eagle, and the tail of a serpent; Mythology, Fantasy; Minimalism, Surrealism; Stone, Bronze; Natural lighting with shadows; Earth tones with metallic accents; by Alberto Giacometti, Louise Bourgeois, and Anish Kapoor; Unreal engine 5.
  28. A mixed media portrait of a woman with flowers and butterflies woven into her hair; Floral, Feminine; Pop Art, Surrealism; Acrylic, Collage; Soft, diffused lighting; Bright, pastel colors; by Frida Kahlo, Yayoi Kusama, and Andy Warhol; Unreal engine 5.
  29. An abstract landscape painting of a mountain range with swirling clouds and a stormy sky; Nature, Atmosphere; Cubism, Abstract Expressionism; Watercolor, Charcoal; Moody, dramatic lighting; Dark, muted colors with pops of bright orange; by Pablo Picasso, Wassily Kandinsky, and Georgia O’Keeffe; Unreal engine 5.
  30. A sculpture of a futuristic robot with sleek, minimalist lines and glowing neon accents; Science Fiction, Futuristic; Minimalism, Pop Art; Metal, Plastic; Bright, neon lighting; Cool, metallic colors with neon accents; by Claes Oldenburg, Jeff Koons, and Takashi Murakami; Unreal engine 5.