20 Prompts to Unleash Your Inner Da Vinci with Leonardo AI (Without Actually Being Da Vinci)

Creating stunning artwork takes talent, time, and enough skill to make Michelangelo weep. But what if I told you there's a way to bypass years of art school and frustration for glorious, AI-powered imagery? Enter Leonardo AI, your gateway to a world of fantastical creations – and you don't even need to know your brush from your blender (although a basic understanding of "don't drink the paint" is helpful).

The key to unlocking Leonardo's magic lies in prompts – those little text whispers that guide the AI towards your artistic vision. But where do you even begin? don't worry! Here are 20 prompts to spark your creativity and fire up your Leonardo AI:

A (((female humanoid sculpture))), intricate and detailed, crafted from thousands of (((tiny steel spikes))), each element expertly fashioned with razor-sharp precision, standing confidently against a (black, sleek backdrop). The figure's delicate features are beautifully replicated, showcasing the elegant curves of its form and the precise angles of its face, creating a dazzling interplay of light and shadow that draws the eye

 Beautiful Elf posing. with freckles and glasses and long pink hair braided, warrior. steampunk.

Ultra detailed illustration of the silhouette of a woman, phantasmagorical figure, (((translucent skin:1.5))), (((translucent body:1.5))), art by Mschiffer, neon lights, light particles, colorful, cmyk colors, backlit, cyberpunk

(((photographic, photo, photogenic))), extremely high quality high detail RAW color photo, atmosphere like blade runner 2049, a beautiful cyber woman in an air polluted neon city in the style of minimalist figure, light white and purple, Mote Kei, realist-portrait, ethereal photography, ghostly figure, close up, pictorial dram, 50mm, Canon EOS R10+ effect, focus on art by @DrDB, soft lighting, depth of field effect, candid moment, genuine expressions, detailed facial features, emotional depth

We're halfway there! Feeling inspired? You should be! But this is just a taste. Keep scrolling for more mind-blowing prompts...

(((photographic, photo, photogenic))), extremely high quality high detail RAW color photo, conversation between Minsoo and Ji-eun, romantic mood, party room ambiance, looking at each other, subtle smiling, Canon EOS R5 effect, focus on Ji-eun, soft lighting, warm tones, depth of field effect, intimate atmosphere, eye contact, elegant attire, candid moment, genuine expressions, detailed facial features, background party lights bokeh, emotional depth, nuanced skin tones

a anime young loving couple,lonely feeling,hope,vector,cartoon style,night

gorgeous picture of 1blonde 18 years old russian girl, beautiful big striking blue eyes, delicate black eyebrows, rosy cheeks, red lips, very white skin, long wavy golden hair cascading around her face and shoulders, detailed eyelashes, photorealistic style, perfectly focused, creamy smooth complexion, beautifully lit by soft diffused studio lights, extremely fine details, finely textured skin and hair full head to toe photo wearing sport leggings at gym

gorgeous portrait of ultra attractive 18 years old caucasian girl, beautiful big striking blue eyes and pink long hairs, delicate black eyebrows, rosy cheeks, red lips, very white skin, short wavy pink hair cascading around her face and shoulders, detailed eyelashes, photorealistic style, perfectly focused, creamy smooth complexion, beautifully lit by soft diffused studio lights, extremely fine details, finely textured skin and hair full head to toe photo, VIEW full body dressed as a bunny

3d vector Rainbow-colored wavy fractal neon mainecoon cat, stunning, beautiful, eye-catching, masterpiece

Feeling the creative juices flowing? That's the Leonardo AI magic in action! But wait, there's more!

Shockingly Beautiful exotic tanned female kitsune barbarian walking toward the camera, slim fit slender toned lean, very muscular, chubby, holding a huge oversized spear with a stylized red glowing blade, long wild silver hair, glowing golden eyes, intense angry expression, slight wicked evil smile, blood splatter smeared and dripping, large red rage aura

photo RAW, (Black, dark red and neon pink : Portrait of 2 ghostly long tailed white koi, woman, shiny aura, highly detailed, red filigree, intricate motifs, organic tracery, Januz Miralles, Hikari Shimoda, glowing stardust by W. Zelmer, perfect composition, smooth, sharp focus, sparkling particles, lively coral reef background Realistic, realism, hd, 35mm photograph, 8k), masterpiece, award winning photography, natural light, perfect composition, high detail, hyper realistic

ultrarealistic long full face and body photorealistic image of a with a 23-year-old girl with a lovely face, featuring deep hazel eyes that captivate anyone who meets them. Her brown hair, adorned with lighter shades, gracefully falls onto her shoulders, framing her face with elegance. Full lips paint a smile.Her face is adorned with one or more moles, adding a touch of mystery and charm. Light freckles give a playful and natural air to her appearance, lending her an aura of freshness. Her beauty is a harmonious mix of unique and captivating features, making her irresistibly attractive. - Engage the viewer in the whimsical charm of a gaze purposefully avoiding direct eye contact with the camera, focusing towards the right. The subject, adorned with bold makeup, wears a captivating, slightly scowling expression while breaking into a delightful laughter. With eyes semi-closed and a playful pose, the moment in time becomes a blend of alluring mystery and genuine joy

(((Double-exposure art collaboration: Stoddard, Drepina, Shaden on weathered paper)))(Dynamic, vintage mixed media fusion: digital collage, cut and paste animation)((Various collage themes: portrait, landscape, photography, abstract, mosaic, fashion, surrealism, street art, illustration, assemblage))(((Eclectic and exquisite paper layering)))(Avant-garde digital collages in sketchbook style with dark, gritty, and realistic sketches)(((Bold and loose lines on paper: turnaround character sheet)))(Create detailed illustration with intense, vibrant colors)((Hand-drawn sketches in sketchbook style))(Watercolor paint)(Infographic)(Papier-mache)(Marker drawing)(Digital illustration)(Acrylic painting)(Dripping)(Blueprint)(Still life photography)(Art installation)(Ink)(Ghibli)(Akira Toriyama)(Light painting)(Recycled sculptures)(Infrared photography)(String art)(Liquid crystal art)(Pinhole photography)(Smoke art)(Nature installations)

Celestial, Floral boarder, The star art nouveau tarot card, full body view, The Star tarot card with Art Nouveau flair, synthwave and Art Nouveau hybrid style, stained glass aesthetic, stained glass dress, floral border, bold and flowing lines, dynamic composition mixing futuristic synthwave elements with organic Art Nouveau patterns, intricate floral and vine motifs intertwined with geometric shapes, low cut sultry flowing white silver iridescent dress, stained glass armor, woman who looks like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan/ Rosie Huntington-whitley, focus on Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, high quality, straight long golden brown brown hair, hazel blue eyes, stars, celestial, celestial, stars, galaxies, big yabos, armor adorned with Art Nouveau inspired patterns, digital grid landscapes accented with natural forms, neon-like outline effects reminiscent of stained glass, crown, queen

Portrait of an old homeless woman, ultra-realistic, textured skin, dry skin, high contrast, Rembrandt light, he makes a funny face

PURPLE LIGHTS OLD AGE WOMAN FORTUNE TELLER WITH PURPLE DRESS AND A MYSTICAL CRYSTAL BALL ON THE TABLE, 8k

beautiful girl with light brown long hair in the style of Artgerm, wearing a gray hoodie, she draws sitting at the table, sunset window background, detailed anime art style, colorful, hyper realistic

A hauntingly eerie scene unfolds on the old damp wall, where an antique porcelain baby rabbit doll with a cracked face stares out with glowing red eyes and purple veins visible beneath its reddened mucous-filled translucent skin. Its tiny hands clutching a piece of fresh meat appear squishy and ultra detailed when viewed from above. This macabre image, possibly a painting, captures a sense of disturbing realism, displaying a perfect blend of horror and fascination in exquisite detail.

masterpiece, best quality, (Anime:1.4), anime illustration of a most beautiful face girl, sharp oval face contours, sagging eyes, slightly straight nose, nose to mouth distance, mouth to chin distance, beautiful collarbone, lighting, night, colorful lighting, glamorous, artstation hq ,8k ultra hd, fake detail, trending pixiv fanbox, acrylic palette knife

Intergalactic space is primarily composed of a sparse mix of gas and dust, known as the cosmic medium. This medium contains no more than one particle per cubic centimeter, making it extremely empty compared to Earth's atmosphere.

Picture this—futuristic race cars blazing through the boundless expanse of a distant galaxy, their vibrant hues painting streaks of light against the cosmic canvas. Suddenly, a colossal black hole emerges, a vortex of mystery and danger, threatening to swallow everything in its path. As the race cars hurtle towards the abyss, drivers maneuver with electrifying agility, defying gravity in a high-stakes battle for survival. This epic showdown between man and nature unfolds in a breathtaking display of courage and skill, captured in stunning 8K resolution, ready to ignite your imagination and leave you on the edge of your seat.

So, there you have it! 20 prompts to get you started on your Leonardo AI adventure. Now it's your turn! Unleash your creativity, play with the prompts, and don't be afraid to get weird. After all, the only limit is your imagination (and maybe a few processing power limitations – but hey, that's what progress is for, right?). Share your stunning AI creations with the world using #LeonardoAImagic, and let's see what artistic wonders we can conjure together! Sign up for free here.

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