📌 the prompt I used — copy, paste, tweak, and create your own.
{
“prompt_config”: {
“primary_instruction”: “Crea una fotografía estilo Polaroid vintage combinando estas dos imágenes en una sola composición donde ambos sujetos miran directamente a la cámara”,
“backup_english”: “Create a vintage Polaroid-style photograph combining these two images into a single composition where both subjects are looking directly at the camera”,
“style_parameters”: {
“camera_type”: “retro instant camera”,
“film_type”: “vintage Polaroid film”,
“format”: “square format with white border”,
“aesthetic”: “1980s nostalgic feel”
}
},
“visual_specifications”: {
“frame”: {
“type”: “thick white border”,
“bottom_space”: “extra space at bottom for writing”,
“corners”: “slightly rounded”,
“aging”: “subtle yellowing or cream tint”
},
“photo_effects”: {
“color_grading”: “warm vintage tones”,
“saturation”: “slightly faded colors”,
“exposure”: “slight overexposure for authentic feel”,
“contrast”: “soft, low contrast”,
“grain”: “visible film grain texture”
},
“lighting”: {
“type”: “soft natural lighting”,
“quality”: “slightly diffused”,
“warmth”: “warm golden undertones”,
“shadows”: “gentle, not harsh”
}
},
“composition_details”: {
“layout”: “combine both subjects naturally in single frame”,
“positioning”: “arrange subjects in friendly, casual hanging out pose”,
“eye_contact”: “BOTH SUBJECTS MUST BE LOOKING DIRECTLY AT THE CAMERA – this is essential for authentic Polaroid portrait style”,
“facial_direction”: “faces oriented toward camera lens, making eye contact with viewer”,
“interaction”: “natural friendly body language – sitting together, arms around shoulders, or relaxed standing pose while maintaining camera eye contact”,
“background”: “replace with authentic retro location setting”,
“depth”: “maintain natural depth of field”,
“focus”: “slight softness characteristic of instant cameras”
},
“background_replacement”: {
“retro_locations”: [
“1980s arcade with neon lights and vintage game machines”,
“retro diner with checkered floors and vinyl booths”,
“vintage record store with vinyl albums on walls”,
“classic roller skating rink with disco lights”,
],
“background_style”: “clean removal of original backgrounds”,
“integration”: “seamlessly place subjects in new retro environment”,
“lighting_match”: “adjust lighting to match new background setting”,
“perspective”: “ensure subjects fit naturally in chosen retro scene”
},
“authentic_polaroid_elements”: {
“physical_characteristics”: [
“white plastic frame border”,
“slightly uneven color development”,
“subtle chemical stains or spots”,
“gentle vignetting at corners”,
“characteristic instant film color palette”
],
“finishing_touches”: {
“handwritten_date”: “add handwritten date in bottom margin”,
“date_format”: “MM/DD/YY or Month Year”,
“pen_style”: “blue or black ballpoint pen”,
“writing_position”: “bottom right or center of white space”
}
},
“technical_settings”: {
“resolution”: “4K HD quality”,
“aspect_ratio”: “1:1 square format”,
“file_quality”: “high resolution but with vintage character”,
“realism_level”: “photorealistic with authentic film characteristics”
},
“prompt_variations”: {
“spanish_primary”: “Combina estas dos fotos eliminando el fondo original y colócalos juntos en un ambiente retro de los años 80, como si fueran amigos pasando el rato. IMPORTANTE: ambos deben estar mirando directamente a la cámara con contacto visual. Hazlo estilo Polaroid vintage con marco blanco grueso, colores cálidos desvanecidos, y que se vean relajados y amigables en una ubicación nostálgica”,
“english_alternative”: “Remove the original backgrounds and place both people together in a retro 1980s setting where they appear to be hanging out as friends. CRITICAL: Both subjects must be looking directly at the camera with eye contact. Transform into vintage Polaroid style with thick white border, warm faded colors, film grain, and authentic retro location backdrop”,
“technical_approach”: “Background removal and replacement: Place both subjects in authentic retro environment (arcade, diner, record store, or 80s room). ESSENTIAL: Both people must have direct eye contact with camera lens – no looking away or at each other. Apply instant film aesthetics: square format, white frame, vintage color grading, film grain texture”,
},
}
💡 Tutorial covers:
What prompt to use
Uploading reference images
Styling, lighting, vintage effects
Tips to make it look realistic
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Using people's photos in such personal ways is disrespectful
Thank you for sharing
This is so awesome 😎
Will try with some legends
I needed this