Recently, Google released the official Prompt template for nano banana, which quickly sparked heated discussions online. As an image generation tool based on AI technology, nano banana has attracted a lot of users' attention and attempts with its powerful effects. Various creative usage methods have emerged, allowing people to feel the huge changes brought by AI in the field of image generation and processing.
On social media, many netizens shared various images and videos generated by nano banana, showcasing its powerful creative ability. For example, one user combined the characters from classic masterpieces with modern scenes, creating a romantic meeting scene between Van Gogh and Mona Lisa in New York Central Park. In addition, some users used the tool to take us back to the world of Middle-earth, showing epic scenes that resemble those of 3A games. These creations demonstrate the endless potential of AI generation technology.
To help users better master this tool, Google specially provided six sets of Prompt templates, covering styles such as realism, stickers, text rendering, and product photography. Users just need to fill in relevant information according to these templates to easily generate high-quality images. For example, in the realistic photography template, users need to consider elements such as shooting angle, lighting, and details to guide the AI to generate more realistic pictures.
Specifically, the templates will guide users to describe the subject, scene, and atmosphere, ensuring the generated image reaches the desired effect. Even without professional photography experience, users can obtain satisfactory results by trying multiple times. In addition, for needs such as stickers, illustrations, and text rendering, users just need to clearly state the style and background requirements to quickly get designs that meet their expectations.
The release of nano banana has opened the door to creativity for more users. Whether professional designers or ordinary users, they can fully unleash their creativity on this platform and experience the convenience and fun brought by AI technology. In the future, we look forward to nano banana bringing more impressive image generation works.
The official Prompt templates for nano banana are as follows:
Official reference link:https://x.com/GoogleAIStudio/status/1962957615262224511
1. Realistic Photography
To get a realistic image, think like a photographer. Mentioning camera angles, lens types, lighting, and fine details will guide the model to achieve a realistic effect.
Example Template:
A photorealistic [shot type] of [subject], [action or expression], set in [environment]. The scene is illuminated by [lighting description], creating a [mood] atmosphere. Captured with a [camera/lens details], emphasizing [key textures and details]. The image should be in a [aspect ratio] format.
Meaning: A photorealistic [shot type] of [subject], [action or expression], set in [environment]. The scene is illuminated by [lighting description], creating a [mood] atmosphere. Captured with a [camera/lens details], emphasizing [key textures and details]. The image should be in a [aspect ratio] format.
Example Prompt:
A photorealistic close-up portrait of an elderly Japanese ceramicist with deep, sun-etched wrinkles and a warm, knowing smile. He is carefully inspecting a freshly glazed tea bowl. The setting is his rustic, sun-drenched workshop. The scene is illuminated by soft, golden hour light streaming through a window, highlighting the fine texture of the clay. Captured with an 85mm portrait lens, resulting in a soft, blurred background (bokeh). The overall mood is serene and masterful. Vertical portrait orientation.
Meaning: A photorealistic close-up portrait: an elderly Japanese ceramicist with deep, sun-etched wrinkles and a warm, knowing smile. He is carefully inspecting a freshly glazed tea bowl. The setting is his rustic, sun-drenched workshop. The scene is illuminated by soft, golden hour light streaming through a window, highlighting the fine texture of the clay and the fabric of his apron. Captured with an 85mm portrait lens, resulting in a soft, blurred background (bokeh). The overall mood is serene and masterful. Vertical portrait orientation.
Generated Image:
Example Python code for generating images via API call:
from google import genai
from google.genai import types
from PIL import Image
from io import BytesIO
client = genai.Client()
# Generate an image from a text prompt
response = client.models.generate_content(
model="gemini-2.5-flash-image-preview",
contents="A photorealistic close-up portrait of an elderly Japanese ceramicist with deep, sun-etched wrinkles and a warm, knowing smile. He is carefully inspecting a freshly glazed tea bowl. The setting is his rustic, sun-drenched workshop with pottery wheels and shelves of clay pots in the background. The scene is illuminated by soft, golden hour light streaming through a window, highlighting the fine texture of the clay and the fabric of his apron. Captured with an85mm portrait lens, resulting in a soft, blurred background (bokeh). The overall mood is serene and masterful.",
)
image_parts = [
part.inline_data.data
for part in response.candidates[0].content.parts
if part.inline_data
]
if image_parts:
image = Image.open(BytesIO(image_parts[0]))
image.save('photorealistic_example.png')
image.show()
2. Styled Illustrations and Stickers
To create stickers, icons, or assets for your project, clearly specify the style and remember to request a white background when needed.
Example Template:
A [style] sticker of a [subject], featuring [key characteristics] and a [color palette]. The design should have [line style] and [shading style]. The background must be white.
Meaning: A [style] sticker of a [subject], featuring [key characteristics] and a [color palette]. The design should have [line style] and [shading style]. The background must be white.
Example Prompt:
A kawaii-style sticker of a happy red panda wearing a tiny bamboo hat. It's munching on a green bamboo leaf. The design features bold, clean outlines, simple cel-shading, and a vibrant color palette. The background must be white.
Meaning: A kawaii-style sticker: a happy red panda wearing a tiny bamboo hat, munching on a green bamboo leaf. The design features bold, clean outlines, simple cel-shading, and a vibrant color palette. The background must be white.
Generated Image:
A kawaii-style red panda sticker
Example Python code for generating images via API call:
from google import genai
3. Text Rendering in Images
nano banana's performance in text rendering tasks is particularly remarkable.
You only need to clearly explain the text content, font style (described with descriptive words), and the overall design to produce high-quality images.
Example Template:
Create a [image type] for [brand/concept] with the text "[text to render]" in a [font style]. The design should be [style description], with a [color scheme].
Meaning: Create a [image type] for [brand/concept] with the text "[text to render]" in a [font style]. The design should be [style description], with a [color scheme].
Example Prompt:
Create a modern, minimalist logo for a coffee shop called 'The Daily Grind'. The text should be in a clean, bold, sans-serif font. The design should feature a simple, stylized icon of a coffee bean seamlessly integrated with the text. The color scheme is black and white.
Meaning: Design a modern, minimalist logo for a coffee shop called 'The Daily Grind'. The text should be in a clean, bold, sans-serif font. The design should feature a simple, stylized icon of a coffee bean seamlessly integrated with the text. The color scheme is black and white.
Generated Image:
A modern minimalist logo for a coffee shop called "The Daily Grind"
Example Python code for generating images via API call:
from google import genai
4. Product Advertising and Commercial Photography
Create clear, professional product photos for e-commerce, advertising, or branding.
Example Template:
A high-resolution, studio-lit product photograph of a [product description] on a [background surface/description]. The lighting is a [lighting setup, e.g., three-point softbox setup] to [lighting purpose]. The camera angle is a [angle type] to showcase [specific feature]. Ultra-realistic, with sharp focus on [key detail]. [Aspect ratio].
Meaning: A high-resolution, studio-lit product photograph of a [product description] on a [background surface/description]. The lighting is a [lighting setup, e.g., three-point softbox setup] to [lighting purpose]. The camera angle is a [angle type] to showcase [specific feature]. Ultra-realistic, with sharp focus on [key detail]. [Aspect ratio].
Example Prompt:
A high-resolution, studio-lit product photograph of a minimalist ceramic coffee mug in matte black, presented on a polished concrete surface. The lighting is a three-point softbox setup designed to create soft, diffused highlights and eliminate harsh shadows. The camera angle is a slightly elevated 45-degree shot to showcase its clean lines. Ultra-realistic, with sharp focus on the steam rising from the coffee. Square image.
Meaning: A high-resolution, studio-lit product photograph: a minimalist ceramic coffee mug in matte black, placed on a polished concrete surface. The lighting is a three-point softbox setup designed to create soft, diffused highlights and eliminate harsh shadows. The camera angle is a slightly elevated 45-degree shot to showcase its clean lines. Ultra-realistic, with sharp focus on the steam rising from the coffee. Square image.
Generated Image:
Example Python code for generating images via API call:
from google import genai
5. Minimalism and Negative Space Design
It is very suitable for creating backgrounds that overlay text for websites, presentations, or marketing materials.
Example Template:
A minimalist composition featuring a single [subject] positioned in the [bottom-right/top-left/etc.] of the frame. The background is a vast, empty [color] canvas, creating significant negative space. Soft, subtle lighting. [Aspect ratio].
Meaning: A minimalist composition featuring a single [subject] positioned in the [bottom-right/top-left/etc.] of the frame. The background is a vast, empty [color] canvas, creating significant negative space. Soft, subtle lighting. [Aspect ratio].
Example Prompt:
A minimalist composition featuring a single, delicate red maple leaf positioned in the bottom-right of the frame. The background is a vast, empty off-white canvas, creating significant negative space for text. Soft, diffused lighting from the top left. Square image.
Meaning: A minimalist composition: a single, delicate red maple leaf positioned in the bottom-right of the frame. The background is a vast, empty off-white canvas, creating significant negative space for text. Soft, diffused lighting from the top left. Square image.
Generated Image:
Example Python code for generating images via API call:
from google import genai
6. Comic Strip/Manga
By focusing on clear scene descriptions, create engaging visual narratives panel by panel, which is very suitable for developing storyboards, comics, or any form of continuous art.
Example Template:
A single comic book panel in a [art style] style. In the foreground, [character description and action]. In the background, [setting details]. The panel has a [dialogue/caption box] with the text "[Text]". The lighting creates a [mood] mood. [Aspect ratio].
Meaning: A single comic book panel in a [art style] style. In the foreground, [character description and action]. In the background, [setting details]. The panel has a [dialogue/caption box] with the text "[Text]". The lighting creates a [mood] mood. [Aspect ratio].
Example Prompt:
A single comic book panel in a gritty, noir art style with high-contrast black and white inks. In the foreground, a detective in a trench coat stands under a flickering streetlamp, rain soaking his shoulders. In the background, the neon sign of a desolate bar reflects in a puddle. A caption box at the top reads "The city was a tough place to keep secrets." The lighting is harsh, creating a dramatic, somber mood. Landscape.
Meaning: A single comic book panel in a gritty, noir art style with high-contrast black and white inks. In the foreground, a detective in a trench coat stands under a flickering streetlamp, rain soaking his shoulders. In the background, the neon sign of a desolate bar reflects in a puddle. A caption box at the top reads "The city was a tough place to keep secrets." The lighting is harsh, creating a dramatic, somber mood. Landscape.
Generated Image:
Example Python code for generating images via API call:
from google import genai