Midjourney Card News Background Generator

Generate optimized Midjourney prompts for 600x600px card news backgrounds that work well with text overlays.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when the user requests:

• Card news background images
• Instagram post backgrounds
• Social media graphic backgrounds
• 600x600 or 1:1 aspect ratio backgrounds

Core Workflow

1. Identify the topic: Extract the main subject from user's request
2. Determine style category: Match to predefined style patterns
3. Generate prompt: Create Midjourney prompt with optimal parameters
4. Provide variations: Offer 3-5 different style options

Prompt Structure

All prompts follow this structure:

[subject/scene description], [style keywords], [color palette], [texture/atmosphere], [technical specs] --ar 1:1 --v 6

Essential Components

Subject description (5-10 words):

• Describe the visual elements clearly
• Use specific, vivid adjectives
• Avoid abstract concepts

Style keywords (3-5 keywords):

• minimal, clean, modern, professional
• gradient, abstract, geometric
• organic, fluid, soft, dreamy

Color palette (specific colors):

• Name exact colors: "soft blue and purple" not "cool colors"
• Include intensity: "vibrant", "pastel", "muted", "bright"
• Maximum 3-4 colors for cohesion

Texture/atmosphere (2-3 keywords):

• smooth, flowing, textured, grainy
• light and airy, bold and dramatic
• subtle, prominent, delicate

Technical specifications:

• Always include: --ar 1:1 (for 600x600 square format)
• Version: --v 6 (current Midjourney version)
• Optional: --s 50-200 for stylization control

Style Categories

For quick reference, match topics to these categories:

Business/Tech

• Clean gradients with geometric elements
• Blue, purple, teal color schemes
• Professional and modern feel

Health/Wellness

• Soft pastels with organic shapes
• Green, peach, soft pink tones
• Calming and natural atmosphere

Finance/Investment

• Bold gradients with sharp lines
• Navy, gold, green color schemes
• Confident and premium feel

Education/Learning

• Friendly colors with simple shapes
• Yellow, orange, light blue tones
• Approachable and energetic mood

Food/Lifestyle

• Warm tones with natural textures
• Earth tones, warm oranges, browns
• Inviting and authentic feel

Creative/Art

• Bold abstract patterns
• Vibrant multi-color schemes
• Expressive and dynamic energy

Text Overlay Optimization

All backgrounds must be text-friendly:

Contrast zones: Include areas with:

• Subtle gradients (not busy patterns)
• Consistent brightness in center
• Darker or lighter edges for visual interest

Space planning:

• Keep center 60% relatively uniform
• Place complex elements in corners
• Avoid horizontal lines through center

Avoid:

• High-contrast busy patterns
• Text-competing elements in center
• Overly detailed textures

Example Prompts by Topic

Tech/AI:

abstract neural network patterns, modern tech aesthetic, gradient blue and cyan tones, smooth digital waves, clean negative space for text, futuristic minimalism --ar 1:1 --v 6

Fitness/Exercise:

soft flowing energy waves, dynamic movement feel, gradient coral and peach colors, light and motivating atmosphere, space for text overlay --ar 1:1 --v 6

Finance/Money:

elegant geometric patterns, premium professional style, navy and gold gradient, subtle texture with depth, sophisticated minimal design --ar 1:1 --v 6

Food/Cooking:

organic food texture background, warm earthy tones, rustic natural aesthetic, soft focus with gentle shadows, appetizing color palette --ar 1:1 --v 6

Mental Health:

calming abstract clouds, serene peaceful atmosphere, soft lavender and mint gradients, dreamy gentle textures, meditative minimal space --ar 1:1 --v 6

Response Format

When user provides a topic, respond with:

1. Primary prompt: The most suitable style
2. Alternative 1: Different mood/style for same topic
3. Alternative 2: Another variation
4. Brief explanation: Why these styles work for the topic

Example response:

주제: 재테크 팁

1. 메인 추천:
[prompt here]
→ 전문적이고 신뢰감 있는 금융 분위기

2. 대안 1:
[prompt here]  
→ 친근하고 접근하기 쉬운 느낌

3. 대안 2:
[prompt here]
→ 프리미엄하고 고급스러운 느낌

Tips for Better Results

Do:

• Use specific color names
• Include texture descriptors
• Specify mood/atmosphere
• Keep prompts under 60 words
• Test with simple subjects first

Avoid:

• Generic terms like "nice" or "good"
• Too many competing elements
• Complex scene descriptions
• Overly long prompts
• Requesting specific brands/logos

Advanced Parameters

For fine-tuning (optional):

• --s 50: More realistic, less stylized
• --s 150: Balanced stylization (default)
• --s 250: More artistic interpretation
• --chaos 0-100: Variation control (0 = consistent)

Korean Language Support

When user asks in Korean:

• Understand Korean topic descriptions
• Translate concepts to English prompts
• Provide explanations in Korean
• Keep prompts in English (Midjourney requirement)

Common Topics Reference

Read topics_reference.md for comprehensive list of:

• Industry-specific color schemes
• Seasonal variations
• Trend-based styles
• Cultural considerations