Max Ernst was a German artist, one of the pioneers and leading figures of the Surrealist movement, which focused on creating art that incorporated dreamlike elements and irrationality. Ernst's work spanned many different media, including painting, sculpture, and collage, and was often influenced by literature, psychology, and the natural world.

Apart from his distinct and unique style, he was known for his innovative techniques, such as frottage (rubbing), grattage (scraping), and decalcomania (transferring paint from one surface to another), which he used to create strange and unsettling compositions.

Unsettling is a very appropriate word for Max Ernst's style in Midjourney. Generations with his name are majestic and disturbing at the same time, inhabited by weirdly intricate shapes, bizarre characters, and deserted landscapes. Final ingredients: intense blue and yellow color scheme and harsh, contrasty lighting.

As you can see, Ernst's style in Midjourney is quite versatile. It easily (and mostly successfully) "spills" into other genres and media.

And it works great with other artist's names and styles, too!

Can Max Ernst's name do Image Prompts? Oh yes! Stage to Francis D. and a Young Woman.

Not every Midjourney style can affect a photographic portrait that much. So, definitely good for Image Prompts!

Max Ernst is the name for you if you are exploring Surrealism or themes of the subconscious in your art.

* All samples are shown in V4. V3 references are available in the relevant library sections.

Naive art (AKA outsider art or primitive art) is created by individuals who are not formally trained as artists. These authors are often self-taught and are not bound by traditional art movements or styles.

Naive art is about simplicity, directness, and lack of sophistication. It usually features bright, bold colors and childlike or primitive subject matter. The style can vary widely, as it is not limited by the same rules and conventions as more traditional art forms.

Naive art is often associated with folk art and traditional craftsmanship. It may incorporate elements of the artist's culture or personal experiences.

Like its real-life counterpart, Naive art in Midjourney is also not one specific, but numerous different styles. Sometimes, your generations will look like a three-year-old kid's drawing; sometimes, they might get elaborate and fine-detailed—depending on the prompt.

Here is a little example of how different Naive art in Midjourney can be. All those images belong to the same generation, but look at how different they are in visual style and mood.

That's it for today. Happy Midjourneys!

— Andrei