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Window light

Soft directional daylight from a single window.

Mood and effect

Intimate, natural, editorial.

When to use it

Lingerie, homewear, interiors, skincare routines.

Photography reference

Classic Vermeer-style light used by many editorial photographers.

Prompt it

Editorial photograph of a fashion model in a tailored camel coat. soft window light from one side, gentle gradient into shadow, natural interior. Real skin texture, accurate fabric, high-end fashion campaign quality, no text, no watermark.

Works in Midjourney, Nano Banana, GPT Image and Flux. Swap the subject for your own.

What usually goes wrong in AI

AI adds extra lights. Write 'single window as the only light source'.

Questions

What is window light in photography?

Soft directional daylight from a single window.

When should I use window light?

Lingerie, homewear, interiors, skincare routines.

How do I prompt window light in AI images?

Name it directly and describe its visible result: "soft window light from one side, gentle gradient into shadow, natural interior". It works in Midjourney, Nano Banana, GPT Image and Flux.

Why does my AI window light look wrong?

AI adds extra lights. Write 'single window as the only light source'.

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