If you want Gemini AI photo prompts that actually work for your everyday projects, you’re in the right place. These templates are optimized for Nano Banana Pro, Google’s most advanced AI image generator.
We’ve spent the last few weeks using Google’s Gemini AI (Often called Nano Banana Pro) on real client work. That means portrait shoots, product packaging, marketing dashboards, and technical docs. The big surprise? When you use it like a serious tool instead of a fun experiment, the results get good enough for clients.
This guide is built to do two things:
- A complete library of 30+ copy-paste Gemini AI (Nano Banana) photo prompts across multiple categories
- Share production-ready Nano Banana Pro workflows you can plug into client work, documentation, dashboards, and marketing.
What Is Nano Banana Pro in Gemini?
In Gemini’s image tools, you’ll usually see two options:
- Nano Banana – the Fast model
- Nano Banana Pro – the Thinking model, built on Gemini 3 Pro Image
Google describes Nano Banana Pro as Gemini’s advanced AI image generator and photo editor that gives you more control over lighting, camera, text layout, and multi-image compositions.
In practice, Nano Banana Pro can:
- Combine and reason across multiple reference images
- Produce high-resolution images (up to 4K when you specify it in the prompt)
- Generate sharp, legible text in menus, posters, packaging, and diagrams
- Maintain character and product consistency across a whole series of images
The big difference vs older image models: it doesn’t just “spray pixels.” Gemini actually reasons about your prompt, including layouts, physical constraints, and text, then hands that plan off to the image engine.
How to Use These Gemini AI Photo Prompts in Nano Banana
- Open Gemini (web or app).
Choose Create image from the tools menu. - Pick the model:
- Fast → Nano Banana
- Thinking → Nano Banana Pro
- Paste one of the prompts below (remove backticks if you copy from a code block).
- Where a prompt says Upload, first add your reference image(s), then run the prompt.
- If the first result isn’t quite right, use the Troubleshooting section further down to iterate instead of starting from scratch.
Quick Copy-Paste Gemini AI Photo Prompts (Nano Banana) – Fun & Social
These Gemini AI photo prompts are tuned for the Nano Banana (Fast) model, but they also look great in Nano Banana Pro if you want more polish or higher resolution.
Nano Banana Prompts for Men
1. Clean LinkedIn Headshot
Turn this selfie into a professional LinkedIn headshot of a man. Background: softly blurred office with big windows. Style: clean, realistic, subtle retouching, no heavy filters. Lighting: soft daylight from the front. Constraints: keep facial features and hairstyle accurate, no text. 2. Casual Street Portrait
Create a cinematic street-style portrait of a man walking down a city street at night. Outfit: plain T-shirt, jeans, sneakers. Background: neon signs and reflections on wet pavement. Style: realistic, slight film grain, shallow depth of field. Frame: mid-shot from the waist up. Instagram-ready 3. Gemini AI Christmas Photo Style Prompt
Photorealistic night-time Christmas market portrait. Use the uploaded reference photo as a strict identity guide and keep the face 100% unchanged (same facial structure, skin tone/texture, hairstyle, facial hair, expression; no beautification). Subject shown from waist-up, standing slightly left of frame, looking to the right in side profile. Outfit: black knit sweater over a white collared shirt. The subject holds a small red gift box with a gold ribbon in both hands at chest level. On the right side of the frame: a large Christmas tree covered in warm white fairy lights and shiny gold ornaments (baubles) close to camera. Background: festive crowd and booths, heavy warm golden string lights creating strong bokeh. Lighting: warm tungsten holiday lights with natural night ambience, cinematic realism, shallow depth of field, sharp focus on subject, background softly blurred, high detail. 4. Latest Movie Entry Scene Photo Style – Trending
Transform my uploaded photo into an ultra-realistic cinematic film still while preserving my exact identity (same facial structure, age, skin texture, hairstyle; no beautification; no face change).
Scene: dusty desert roadside with soft beige haze; a white SUV on the left with the door open behind me.
Wardrobe: all-black layered outfit — black kurta with buttons, black blazer/coat, and a black scarf/stole draped around the neck.
Accessories: dark aviator sunglasses, symmetric fit, realistic lens reflections.
Pose/expression: confident smirk, head slightly down and turned; both arms open outward with palms up; hands anatomically correct.
Lighting: warm daylight, gentle contrast, soft shadows, subtle film grain; cinematic color grading.
Camera: medium shot, slightly low angle, shallow depth of field; face tack-sharp, background softly blurred.
Output: Instagram feed portrait, 4:5 aspect ratio, 1080×1350, high detail.
Constraints: no text, no logos/brands, no watermark, no extra fingers, no warped hands, no duplicate limbs, no plastic skin. 5. Fitness Progress Photo
Transform this gym selfie into a fitness magazine-style photo of a man mid-workout. Lighting: dramatic side lighting emphasizing muscles, dark background. Style: realistic, high contrast, crisp details, no overdone smoothing. Constraints: keep body shape natural and realistic. 6. Formal Portrait With Blazer
Create a studio portrait of a man wearing a dark blazer over a plain T-shirt. Background: neutral grey gradient. Lighting: softbox-style portrait lighting, gentle shadows. Style: realistic, sharp details, suitable for website “About” page. 7. Travel Explorer Shot
Turn this photo into an image of a man standing on a mountain viewpoint at sunrise. Add: clouds below, golden light on the face. Outfit: hiking jacket and backpack. Style: cinematic landscape, rich colors, wide-angle perspective. Instagram-ready Nano Banana Prompts for Women
7. Soft Pastel Aesthetic Portrait
Turn this portrait into a soft pastel aesthetic photo of a woman. Background: blurred flowers in pastel colors. Lighting: warm golden hour sunlight. Style: dreamy, gentle skin glow, light film grain, Instagram-ready. 8. “Boss Mode” Founder Shot
Create a confident business portrait of a woman tech founder. Setting: modern office with glass walls and city view. Pose: standing with arms relaxed, looking into the camera. Style: realistic, neutral color grading, subtle depth of field. Constraints: keep outfit smart casual, no exaggerated fashion styling. 9. Festival / Party Look
Transform this selfie into a festival photo of a woman with glitter makeup. Add: colorful lights and blurred crowd in the background. Style: energetic, high-saturation, lens flare and bokeh. Frame: close-up from shoulders up. 10. Editorial Beauty Shot
Create an editorial-style beauty portrait of a woman. Background: solid color backdrop matching skin tone. Lighting: soft but directional, highlighting cheekbones. Style: magazine beauty shot, clean, sharp details, visible catchlights in the eyes. 12. Cozy Indoor Portrait
Turn this photo into a cozy indoor portrait of a woman sitting by a window. Add: a mug of coffee, soft blanket, bookshelf in the back. Style: warm, slightly desaturated, natural light, shallow depth of field. Nano Banana Prompts for Girls & Boys (Kid-Safe, Cute & Creative)
12. Cartoon Princess (Girls)
Turn this child’s photo into a cute cartoon princess character. Outfit: sparkling dress and tiny crown. Background: magical forest with soft glowing lights. Style: colorful, big expressive eyes, simple shapes, kid-friendly. Constraints: no makeup or adult styling. 13. Fairy Tale Storybook Illustration (Girls)
Create a storybook-style illustration of this girl reading a book under a tree. Add: small friendly animals and floating stars above the book. Style: watercolor children’s book art, soft edges, warm colors. 14. Superhero Poster (Boys)
Turn this boy into a comic-book superhero. Outfit: colorful suit with cape, simple emblem on chest. Background: stylized city skyline at sunset. Style: bold comic shading, halftone texture, dynamic pose. Constraints: no weapons, kid-safe action. 15. Football / Cricket Star (Boys)
Transform this child’s photo into a sports poster. Sport: cricket (or football). Setting: stadium at night with bright floodlights and cheering crowd. Style: realistic with slightly dramatic lighting, motion blur on background only. 16. Back-to-School Illustration (Girls or Boys)
Create a fun back-to-school image from this child’s photo. Add: backpack, chalkboard with doodles of books and stars, stack of colorful notebooks. Style: bright, cheerful, cartoonish, simple shapes and clean lines. 17. Fantasy Animal Friend (Girls or Boys)
Turn this child into a character riding their favorite animal through the clouds. Animal: keep realistic but friendly. Background: big fluffy clouds, rainbow, sun rays. Style: whimsical, painterly, child-safe fantasy. Nano Banana Prompts for Couples
18. Sunset Beach Portrait
Turn this couples photo into a romantic sunset beach scene. Pose: couple holding hands, walking near the water. Lighting: warm golden sun low on the horizon. Style: cinematic, soft focus on background, realistic skin tones. Constraints: no added text or props. 19. Pre-Wedding Garden Shoot
Transform this couple’s photo into an elegant pre-wedding portrait. Setting: garden with fairy lights and flowers. Outfits: semi-formal, flowing dress and blazer. Style: soft, dreamy, slightly desaturated, shallow depth of field. 20. Minimalist Studio Portrait
Create a minimalist studio portrait of a couple seated on a simple chair. Background: solid beige or light grey. Lighting: soft studio light, no harsh shadows. Style: modern, clean, suitable for framed wall print. 21. Polaroid Collage
Turn these couple selfies into a collage of 4 Polaroid-style photos. Each frame: slightly different pose or expression. Background: neutral table with a few dried flowers. Style: realistic photos inside white Polaroid borders, soft warm tones. 22. Travel Postcard
Create an image of this couple standing in front of a famous landmark. Choose: Eiffel Tower (or another location). Style: vibrant travel postcard, wide-angle composition. Constraints: keep facial features accurate, no added text. Nano Banana Saree Prompts (Traditional & Fashion)
23. Classic Saree Portrait
Turn this portrait into a traditional saree photoshoot. Outfit: silk saree with elegant border, matching blouse. Jewelry: subtle gold jewelry and bangles. Background: softly blurred indoor setting with warm ambient light. Style: realistic, rich colors, soft vignette. 24. Bridal Saree Look
Transform this image into a bridal saree portrait. Outfit: red or maroon bridal saree with intricate embroidery. Jewelry: detailed bridal jewellery set and visible mehendi on hands. Background: palace-style interior with soft warm light. Style: cinematic, high detail, suitable for large print. 25. Contemporary Saree Fashion Editorial
Create a high-fashion editorial image of a model in a minimalist saree. Setting: modern studio with clean geometric shapes. Lighting: strong directional light creating interesting shadows. Style: fashion magazine cover, bold and dramatic. 26. Street Style Saree
Turn this photo into an image of a woman wearing a saree in an urban street. Add: colorful wall art or graffiti in the background. Style: modern street-style photography, natural light, candid pose. 27. Festive Saree Celebration
Create an image of this person wearing a saree during a festival celebration. Setting: decorated home with diyas or fairy lights. Style: warm, bright, celebratory, lots of color and sparkle. Nano Banana “XYZ” Prompts: Trendy, Experimental & Just for Fun
28. 3D Action Figure Version of You
Turn this portrait into a stylized 3D action figure of this person. Style: plastic toy with glossy finish, big eyes, simplified features. Background: toy store-style shelf with blurred boxes. Constraints: keep main facial characteristics recognizable. 29. Retro Mall Studio Photo (90s)
Transform this selfie into a retro 1990s mall photo studio portrait. Background: neon gradient backdrop with stars and shapes. Outfit: vintage 90s fashion, slightly oversized jacket. Style: slightly soft focus, cheesy but charming studio lighting. 30. Anime Poster
Turn this person into an anime character on a poster. Background: dramatic city skyline at night with glowing lights. Style: Japanese anime key visual, bold colors, cel shading, dynamic pose. Constraints: no text; just the character and environment. 31. VHS Horror Cover
Create an image in the style of a 1980s VHS horror movie cover. Subject: this person as the main character, looking over their shoulder. Background: dark forest with faint silhouettes. Style: grainy, slightly faded, with simple graphic shapes. Constraints: no gore, just spooky atmosphere. 32. Chibi Sticker Sheet
Turn this portrait into a sheet of 6 chibi-style stickers of the same person. Each sticker: different outfit or expression (happy, angry, tired, excited, thinking, laughing). Style: kawaii, bold outlines, flat colors, white sticker border. Background: plain. 15 Production-Ready Nano Banana Pro Prompts (For Work & Clients)
These Gemini AI prompts are built for Nano Banana Pro when you need reliability, clean text, and consistent design.
Each prompt below includes:
- Use for – real-world scenario
- Copy-paste prompt – ready to drop into Nano Banana Pro
- Why this works – what it’s doing under the hood
- Failure fix – how to tweak if results go weird
Feel free to modify names, products, dates, etc., to match your project.
1. Product Consistency Carousel (E-commerce)
Use for: Product pages, carousels, Amazon/Shopify listings
Copy-paste Nano Banana Pro prompt:
Upload: One high-quality product photo on a white background.
Show this exact product in 4 lifestyle scenes:
1) On a minimalist home office desk with a MacBook and coffee.
2) Inside a gym bag with a towel and water bottle.
3) On a restaurant table with wine glasses and candlelight.
4) In an open backpack on a forest hiking trail.
Keep the product IDENTICAL in every image: same angle, same materials, same reflections, same color, same logo placement. Adjust only the environment, props, and lighting style. Use natural depth of field. Output 4 separate images at 2000×2000, ready for an e-commerce carousel. 2. Logo Sketch → 8 Professional Variations
Use for: Branding, logo exploration, pitch decks
Upload: Rough pencil sketch of a logo idea on paper.
Turn this rough logo sketch into 8 professional logo variations:
1) Minimalist black line art on white.
2) Gradient blue-to-purple modern tech style.
3) Vintage badge with subtle distressed texture.
4) Neon glow logo on a dark background.
5) Watercolor artistic interpretation with soft edges.
6) Bold geometric version with simplified shapes.
7) Gold foil embossed look on dark card stock.
8) Hand-lettered organic style with natural curves.
Keep the core logo concept and symbol recognizable in every variation, but explore clearly different visual directions. Present all 8 versions in a 4×2 grid, each variation clearly separated with a small label beneath it. High resolution, 4K, suitable for client presentations. 3. Remote Team → One Group Photo
Use for: About page, LinkedIn banners, internal comms
Upload: 3–5 separate portrait photos of different people from the team.
Create a single professional group photo that looks like everyone was physically together.
Scene: Modern office conference room with large windows and a city view. Natural afternoon light entering from the left.
Arrange all people around a conference table in a natural meeting pose: some sitting, one standing and presenting, casual but professional. Match lighting direction and intensity across all faces. Keep each person’s outfit, hairstyle, and appearance exactly as in their reference photo.
Ensure shadows, reflections on the table, and perspective are consistent. The final image should look like a real corporate photo, not a collage. 4K resolution, landscape orientation. 4. Localize Product Packaging for 6 Countries
Use for: International launches, packaging mockups, presentations
Upload: Product packaging photo or flat design with English text.
Localize this exact packaging design into 6 language versions:
1) Japanese
2) Arabic
3) Spanish
4) German
5) Simplified Chinese (Mandarin)
6) Hindi (Devanagari script)
Translate ALL visible text into the correct language for each version. Preserve the layout exactly: same logo position, colors, shapes, and imagery. For Japanese, keep vertical text where appropriate. For Arabic, use proper right-to-left layout. Make all text sharp, aligned, and professional, as if originally designed in that language.
Deliver 6 separate images, each clearly showing the localized packaging, at 4K resolution suitable for print mockups. 5. One Face, Five Time Periods
Use for: Fashion content, personal branding, storytelling
Upload: A clear portrait photo (face visible, good lighting).
Prompt:
Keep this person’s face and features EXACTLY the same, but place them in 5 different time periods:
1) 1920s Great Gatsby era: flapper dress or tailored suit, finger waves or slicked hair, art deco interior.
2) 1950s American diner: poodle skirt or greaser style, chrome diner seats, classic car outside.
3) 1980s mall: bold neon colors, big hair, vintage arcade or mall background.
4) 1990s grunge: flannel shirt, Doc Martens, slightly gritty urban street.
5) 2020s minimalist style: clean, neutral outfit, modern interior with soft natural lighting.
Make each scene historically accurate in clothing, hair, props, and color grading. Maintain the same facial structure and key features across all eras. Output 5 separate portrait images at high resolution. 6. Code → OAuth 2.0 Diagram
Use for: Developer docs, API onboarding, engineering decks
Upload: Screenshot of your code or a rough system sketch for OAuth 2.0.
Turn this into a clean OAuth 2.0 flow diagram for technical documentation.
Include these exact components:
- User
- Client App
- Authorization Server
- Resource Server
Use color coding:
- User actions: blue (#2196F3)
- Successful responses: green (#4CAF50)
- Authorization steps: orange (#FF9800)
Add labeled arrows:
1) Authorization Request
2) Authorization Grant
3) Access Token Request
4) Access Token
5) Protected Resource Request
6) Protected Resource
Use a modern, minimalist design with plenty of white space. Include small code snippet callouts in monospace font near key arrows. Export at 2000×2000, optimized for embedding in documentation. 7. Real-Time Crypto Dashboard (with Search Grounding)
Use for: Fintech reports, dashboards, slides
Search the web for today’s top 5 cryptocurrencies by market cap:
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano, and XRP. Get their current prices and 24-hour percentage changes.
Create a dark-themed financial dashboard inspired by professional trading terminals:
- Deep blue-black background
- Green accents for positive changes
- Red accents for negative changes
For each cryptocurrency, show:
- Name and ticker
- Current price (large text)
- 24-hour percent change
- A small 7-day sparkline chart
Layout everything in a 16:9 dashboard suitable for presentation slides. Add a subtle grid in the background and a small “Last updated: [current date & time]” label at the bottom.
4K resolution. 8. Pet → 3D Character Sheet
Use for: Mascots, branding, animation pitches, kids’ books
Upload: 3–4 clear photos of your pet from different angles.
Create a professional character design sheet of this pet as a 3D animated character.
Include:
- Front view
- Side profile
- 3/4 view
- Back view
- Close-up of the face showing expression
- A small walking animation pose lineup
Keep the pet’s exact coloring, markings, and unique features consistent across all angles. Use a Pixar/Disney-style 3D look with clean cel-shading. Include a small color palette with hex codes for the main fur and eye colors.
Use a clean white background with a subtle grid. Add the character’s name at the top. 4K resolution, suitable for a pitch deck. 9. Full Restaurant Menu with Perfect Text
Use for: New restaurant concepts, rebrands, print menus
Design a modern steakhouse menu for “Ember & Oak Steakhouse.”
Pages:
1) Appetizers – 6 items
2) Mains – 8 steak cuts with a temperature guide from rare to well done
3) Desserts – 4 items with wine pairing suggestions
Design:
- Black background with gold accents
- Dish names in elegant serif font
- Descriptions in clean sans-serif font
- Prices right-aligned
- Small icons for dietary restrictions (GF, V, VG)
Layout each page to 8.5×11 inches at 300 DPI (print-ready). Make every letter sharp and readable: dish names, descriptions, prices, footnotes, and section titles. 10. Cinematic Sci-Fi Still with Camera Controls
Use for: Key art, posters, concept frames
Create a cinematic still from a sci-fi thriller.
Subject:
Indian female astronaut, early 30s, determined expression, hair in a tight bun. She is floating in zero gravity inside a damaged spacecraft corridor.
Camera:
- 35mm lens equivalent
- f/2.8 aperture for shallow depth of field
- Eye-level medium shot (waist up)
Lighting:
- Single harsh key light from a sparking control panel on the right (orange-red glow)
- Soft blue rim light from Earth visible through a cracked viewport behind her
- Dim red practical lights from emergency strips along the corridor
Details:
- Floating debris catching light
- Visible breath condensation in the cold air
- Torn mission patch on her suit shoulder
- Reflection of corridor damage in her helmet visor
Color grade:
Teal and orange, slightly desaturated for tension. 4K resolution, 2.39:1 cinematic aspect ratio. 11. Fashion Moodboard → Complete Outfit
Use for: Stylists, brand shoots, personal style planning
Upload:
- 1 image of shoes you like
- 1 image showing preferred pants/jeans style
- 1 jacket reference
- 1–2 accessory/mood images
Combine elements from all reference images into one cohesive outfit.
Create a full-body fashion photograph of a male model, 6'2", athletic build, wearing:
- The exact sneakers from the shoe reference
- The fit and wash of the jeans from the pants reference
- The color and cut of the jacket from the jacket reference
- The accessories and overall vibe from the mood images
Scene:
Urban rooftop at golden hour with a soft city skyline in the background, slightly out of focus. Natural warm sunset light as a rim light. Show the outfit from 2 angles: front view and 3/4 view. Output 2 separate 2K images, editorial quality. 12. Historical Recreation by Coordinates
Use for: History blogs, textbooks, documentaries
Generate a historically accurate scene at coordinates 40.6892° N, 74.0445° W (Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor) on October 28, 1886, at 14:30 (2:30 PM), during the dedication ceremony.
Show:
- Crowds on boats in the harbor
- American flags and banners
- Statue of Liberty newly unveiled, bright copper surface (not yet green)
- Spectators in authentic 1880s clothing
- A mix of sailing ships and early steamboats
- Period-accurate New York shoreline architecture
Atmosphere:
Formal but celebratory public event. Autumn afternoon lighting from the southwest. Style: restored historical photograph with slight sepia tone and fine grain. 2000×2000 resolution suitable for print. 13. Product Photography Consistency Test
Use for: E-commerce branding systems, catalog shoots
Upload: A high-quality photo of your product (e.g., smartwatch).
Create 6 professional product photos of this exact smartwatch, keeping its design, color, screen content, and any wear patterns completely consistent.
Scenes:
1) Clean white background, front-facing e-commerce shot with soft front lighting.
2) Wooden desk with a journal and pen, daylight from a window on the left.
3) Gym bench with towel and water bottle, dramatic side lighting.
4) Car dashboard next to car keys, dashboard lights glowing softly.
5) Outdoor granite rock with hiking boots in the background, overcast daylight.
6) Dinner table with wine glass and menu, warm candlelight ambiance.
In every scene, adjust only the environment and lighting style. The smartwatch must look identical in shape, color, reflections, and screen display. 4K resolution, square 1:1 aspect ratio suitable for Instagram carousels. 14. Planet Sizes → Classroom Infographic
Use for: Teachers, science explainer posts, education startups
Create an educational infographic comparing the diameters of the 8 planets in our solar system using these values (in km):
Mercury 4,879
Venus 12,104
Earth 12,756
Mars 6,792
Jupiter 142,984
Saturn 120,536
Uranus 51,118
Neptune 49,528
Show all 8 planets to scale relative to each other, arranged horizontally in order from the Sun. Use scientifically accurate colors and textures for each planet.
Label each planet with its name and exact diameter in a clean sans-serif font. Add a scale bar labeled “10,000 km” for reference and a title at the top: “Solar System Planet Size Comparison”.
Background: deep space black with subtle stars. Poster size: 24×36 inches, 300 DPI, suitable for classroom printing. 15. Mood Board → Coffee Shop Interior
Use for: Interior designers, café owners, client pitches
Upload: 8–10 reference images showing colors, textures, lighting, furniture, plants, and art styles you like.
Synthesize all these references into a single cohesive interior design for a coffee shop.
Combine:
- The color palette from image 1 (warm terracottas and deep greens).
- The wood texture and grain from image 2.
- The soft, intimate lighting mood from image 3.
- The furniture style from image 4 (mid-century modern).
- The plant placement approach from image 5.
- The wall art aesthetic from images 6 and 7.
- The overall cozy, sophisticated vibe from images 8–10.
Scene:
Main seating area with 4 small tables, one long community table, an espresso bar in the background, and large windows with natural light. Add plants throughout. View from a corner with a wide angle, showing most of the space. Photorealistic architectural visualization, 4K resolution, presentation-ready. Nano Banana vs Nano Banana Pro in Gemini (Fast vs Thinking)
When you generate or edit images in Gemini, you can usually choose between two image models for your Gemini AI photo prompts:
- Nano Banana – the “Fast” model
- Great for quick, casual creativity.
- Optimized for speed and lightweight edits.
- Strong at character consistency, combining photos and local edits.
- Nano Banana Pro – the “Thinking” model
- Built on the Gemini 3 Pro Image model.
- Designed for advanced text rendering, more precise edits, higher resolutions and better world knowledge.
- Ideal for professional design, diagrams, infographics, product shots, and anything where details and accuracy matter.
In this article:
- Any prompt labelled Nano Banana works well with the fast model.
- Nano Banana Pro prompts assume you’re using the “Thinking” model, so you can push quality and control further.
How to Write Nano Banana Pro Prompts That Actually Work
After a lot of testing, here’s what consistently helps Gemini AI photo prompts perform better:
1. Be painfully specific about what matters
Bad:
“Make the lighting nice.”
Better:
“5600K daylight, key light from upper left at a 45° angle, soft fill at 30% intensity from the right.”
Nano Banana Pro understands technical language. Use it.
2. Brief it like a professional
A reliable structure for any Gemini AI prompt:
- Subject – What are we looking at?
- Environment – Where is it? Time of day? Mood?
- Technical details – Camera, resolution, aspect ratio, colors
- Constraints – What must stay the same (face, product, text, layout)?
- Output – How many images, for which use?
When you structure prompts like this, you’re basically writing a mini creative brief.
3. Use “Search the web” for live or factual data
Whenever you need current prices, weather, events, or stats, make sure you say something like:
“Search the web for [X], then…”
That encourages Pro to ground the image in reality instead of guessing.
4. Upload reference images with intent
Rough guideline:
- 1–3 images: style or object transfer
- 4–7 images: complex scenes & compositions
- 8–14 images: consistency across a series or full mood boards
More images isn’t always better. Pick references that show exactly what you want: lighting, materials, angles, etc.
5. Always specify resolution & aspect ratio
If you don’t, you’ll usually get a generic ~1K square that’s fine for tests but useless for:
- Print (menus, posters, packaging)
- Slides & key art
- High-end web design
Examples that work well:
- “4K, 16:9, presentation slide”
- “300 DPI, 24×36 inch poster”
- “Square 1:1, 2000×2000 for Instagram”
6. Be very specific about text
Text is one of Nano Banana Pro’s biggest strengths – but only if you tell it what you care about:
- Fonts & hierarchy: “Bold sans serif headline 2× body size, centered top third.”
- Language: “All text in Japanese with proper kanji and kana.”
- Placement: “No text crossing faces or important objects.”
Common Nano Banana Pro Mistakes (and Fixes)
Here’s where people usually go wrong and how to fix it in your prompts:
- Plastic, waxy skin
- Fix: “Natural skin texture, subtle pores, no beauty filter, no plastic skin.”
- Broken or fuzzy text
- Fix: “All text must be sharp and readable at 100% zoom, as if designed in professional layout software.”
- Impossible lighting or physics
- Fix: Give clear direction: where is the light, how many sources, what intensity?
- “Realistic lighting consistent with a single sun/window source; no floating light sources.”
- Contradictory instructions
- “Minimal but super detailed” is confusing. Instead:
- “Minimal composition with a single subject, but high detail in that subject’s texture.”
- Inconsistent characters/products across images
- Fix: “Keep the same face/product in every image; do not change facial features, logo placement, or proportions.”
- Forgetting the use case
- Always end with: “This is for [print / social / hero banner / deck], so prioritize [text clarity / dramatic composition / product visibility].”
When to Use Nano Banana vs Nano Banana Pro in Gemini
Use Fast (regular Nano Banana) when:
- You’re just brainstorming or moodboarding
- You’re making quick memes / social posts
- You care more about speed than pixel-perfect results
- You want to save Pro credits
Use Pro (Nano Banana Pro) when:
- You have clients or stakeholders
- You need 4K or print-ready assets
- There’s important text involved
- You need multi-image consistency (faces, products, styles)
- Technical accuracy matters (diagrams, data viz, UI, dashboards)
Planning to build an app/product with an image model API?
Whether you use Nano Banana Pro or another image model, production apps need GPU compute, scalable storage, and the ability to autoscale.
- Run workers on on-demand Cloud GPUs
- Store inputs/outputs in Cloud Storage
- Scale on Kubernetes when traffic spikes
Talk to our cloud experts to design the right infrastructure and start building faster.
Frequently Asked Questions:
A good prompt clearly defines: subject, environment, technical requirements (resolution, aspect ratio, lighting, camera), constraints (what can’t change), and final use case. The more these match real design briefs, the better Pro performs.
No. But they help a lot for style and consistency. Use references when you care about exact products, faces, spaces, or art styles.
Check the latest Gemini / Google AI terms for your account and region. In general, many tiers allow commercial use, but licensing can change over time.
If you hit certain usage limits, the system may fall back to the fast model. Also make sure you’ve actually selected the Thinking / Pro model in your interface.
Yes, you can freely reuse and adapt these text prompts. Image generation itself depends on your Gemini plan, limits, and region, so always check Google’s latest terms for commercial use and quotas.
Yes. Nano Banana Pro is the advanced version of Google’s Gemini AI photo generator. All prompts in this guide work with both.
In the Gemini app, select “Create image” then choose “Fast” (standard Gemini AI photo model) or “Thinking” (Nano Banana Pro).