These 9 Gemini AI Nano Banana Prompts Are Wiping Out All Photographers
The Gemini AI Nano Banana model is redefining what’s possible in photography and digital art. Its viral prompts combine playful creativity with advanced photorealism, letting users transform everyday photos into cinematic masterpieces or whimsical 3D figures—all with just a single text command. What began as an AI enthusiast trend has now taken over social media and mainstream editing, enabling millions of creators to outpace traditional photographers in speed, quality, and creative variety.
Nano Banana’s greatest strength lies in identity preservation and style control. It can recreate realistic studio portraits, magical festive scenes, or even make you hug your younger self—while keeping every detail lifelike and expressive. By blending powerful scene consistency, precise pixel-level edits, and context awareness, every creation feels intentional and professional, no matter your skill level. Edits that once demanded expensive lighting or careful retouching now require just a copy-paste prompt.
As Google integrates Nano Banana features across Gemini AI and search, creators now enjoy instant access to world-class editing tools. Whether you want 3D studio looks, festive portraits, retro makeovers, or creative cinematic effects, these nine prompts push boundaries and open new doors for storytelling, social media, and beyond—making traditional photography less essential every day.
Prompt 1: A 4K ultra-realistic portrait
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A 4K ultra-realistic portrait of a young girl, framed from the chest up (not full body), designed for Instagram story or profile picture. The background is a luxurious Persian red carpet design (only behind her, not on the ground). Sunlight shines from one side,casting natural warm light across half of her face. She is wearing an elegant dress inspired by Persian carpet patterns,with authentic Iranian colors and motifs. Her facial features remain unchanged.She is holding a Persian cat in her hands
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Prompt 2: A photo-style line drawing
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Create a photo-style line drawing / ink sketch of a face identical to the uploaded reference image. Keep every facial feature, proportion, and expression exactly the same. Use green and white ink tones with intricate, fine line detailing, drawn on a notebook-page style background. Show a right hand holding a pen and an eraser near the sketch, as if the artist is still working.
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Prompt 3: A cinematic street photography
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Cinematic street photography, stylish young woman in motion, urban environment, motion blur effect. blurred pedestrians passing by, shallow depth of field, natural overcast lighting, soft pastel tones, editorial fashion photography, candid moment, dynamic movement, film aesthetic, muted colors.
Prompt 4: Studio portrait in Renaissance style
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Studio portrait in Renaissance style, with soft golden light from above creating gentle shadows. Subject faces slightly to the side, head tilted, gazing at the camera with a contemplative, dreamlike look. She delicately holds a small bouquet of white/cream roses with green leaves near her face. She wears a cream Victorian/Regency dress with off-shoulder neckline, puff sleeves, lace and ruffled cuffs, plus a pearl necklace draped elegantly. Her long, wavy hair falls over shoulders. The background is neutral draped fabric (beige/light brown), softly textured. Shallow depth of field, warm earthy monochrome tones, photographic quality with oil painting elegance.
Prompt 5: A 100% face alignment to uploaded reference image
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A 100% face alignment to uploaded reference image candid portrait of a young woman standing at a subway station, wearing a loose black jacket and carrying a black backpack. She has long straight black hair, natural makeup, and is listen- ing to music with white earphones. Her pose is casual with one hand on her waist, looking slightly to the side with a thoughtful expression.The background shows a modern metro train with glass doors, a subway route map above, and yellow safety lines on the floor. The atmosphere is urban, realistic, and cinematic with soft lighting.
Prompt 6: Black and white portrait
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A high-resolution black and white portrait of a girl wearing a sharp black turtleneck and chic small gold earrings, along with a Korean bun. She stands confidently in a minimal studio setting, slightly to the side. Dramatic studio lighting creates bold geometric shadows on her face and background with strong cross beams of light. Cutting through the shadows, her expression is calm, introspective, and slightly distant. The image has a cinematic atmosphere.
Prompt 7: Polaroid camera
Take a picture with a Polaroid camera. The photo should look like a normal photo, without any clear subject or props. The photo should have a slight blur as a consistent light source. Such as a flash from a dark room, spread throughout the photo. Do not change the faces. Replace the background behind the two people with a white curtain. (With the guy hugging the girl , changing outfits with a matching couple.
Prompt 8: Passport photo
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Ultra-realistic passport photo of lady (exact face, 99% likeness, no changes). Wearing a suit, neutral closed-lip expression, straight look, both ears + shoulders visible. Even lighting, plain white/light background. Output: 1 identical passport-size photo on one sheet, high-res studio quality.
Prompt 9: Restore an old photograph
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Restore and modernize an old photograph: enhance the image quality, increase resolution, remove scratches and grain, adjust lighting and color balance for a modern look. Update clothing style subtly to reflect contemporary fashion while keeping the original subject's identity and pose. Preserve background but make it appear clean. Enhance this old image, add color and clarity. It should look like a new picture.
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How to Create with Gemini Nano Banana
- Open Gemini AI (or Google’s Search app in AI mode) and select the Nano Banana image generation feature.
- Upload a clear base photo, or start with a blank scene.
- Copy any of the nine detailed prompts and paste them in the command box.
- Choose scene lighting, angles, or effects if the app allows extra customization.
- Hit “Generate” and review your photo—refine or remix for perfect results.
- Save, download, or share your new creation instantly.
Tips for Stunning Nano Banana Edits
- Use precise scene details (e.g. “deep crimson background,” “cinematic shadow,” “sunlit 3D effect”) for next-level realism.
- Always mention the desired mood or angle (“proud studio look,” “gentle festive glow,” “exploded diagram”) to guide the AI.
- Try prompts for identity consistency, multiple camera angles, or pixel-perfect object replacement for professional results.
- Tweak secondary phrases (“edit text only,” “hug younger self,” “AI saree makeover”) as needed for unique storytelling.
- Iterate: Run the prompt several times and micro-edit for sharper, more expressive outcomes.
