HomeCasa Photorealistic underwater scene with sun rays and marine life
Prompt to generate a realistic underwater photo: coral reef, kelp forest or an over-under split shot, with light rays and natural ocean colors. Designed for Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Flux, Adobe Firefly and GPT Image. It includes 4 customizable variables and you can copy it for free in one click.
Intermediate · Image · Pending editorial review
Prompt
Photorealistic underwater photograph of {{scene}}. Main subject: {{subject}}, in the foreground and placed on a third of the frame. Shot type: {{shot}}. Sun rays piercing the rippling surface, suspended particles catching the light and a natural blue-to-turquoise gradient fading into deep water. Shot with a wide-angle fisheye lens in an underwater housing at close range, with two strobes bringing back warm colors in the foreground while the background keeps its blue tone. Palette: {{colors}}. Clear water, crisp texture detail, a sense of calm and depth. Underwater nature photography style, no divers in the foreground, no text, no watermark.How to use it
- Pick one concrete, coherent ecosystem: do not mix tropical species with a cold-water kelp forest.
- The over-under split shot is great for covers: also describe what is visible above the surface.
- Check the animals’ anatomy: fins, eyes and tentacles often come out wrong in some attempts.
- If you use the image in educational content, label it as AI-generated.
Usage example
Scene: a kelp forest off the California coast · Subject: a curious harbor seal between the kelp stalks · Shot: shallow water with sun rays · Colors: emerald green, golden kelp and deep blue.
Key facts
- Category
- Image generation · Landscapes
- Output type
- Image
- Level
- Intermediate
- Designed for
- Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Flux, Adobe Firefly and GPT Image
- Verified in
- Pending editorial verification
- Variables
- Scene, Main subject, Shot type and Palette
- Language
- English
- Price
- Free, no sign-up
- Updated
- Nov 7, 2026
Frequently asked questions
Why does the prompt mention strobes?
Underwater, reds and oranges disappear with depth. Asking for strobes helps the model show warm colors in the foreground and blue in the background, as in real underwater photography.
Will the species be accurate?
Not always. The model can blend features of several species. If the image is educational, compare it with real photos or a marine life guide.
What is this prompt for?
Prompt to generate a realistic underwater photo: coral reef, kelp forest or an over-under split shot, with light rays and natural ocean colors.
Which AI tools does it work with?
It is designed for Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Flux, Adobe Firefly and GPT Image. We have not verified it in these tools yet, so results may vary between them.
How do I customize the prompt?
Click “Customize” and fill in the variables (Scene, Main subject, Shot type and Palette). The text updates instantly and you can then copy it in one click. Values are stored only in your browser.
Do I need experience to use it?
It is intermediate: it helps to know the topic so you can provide good context and review the result critically.
Is this prompt free?
Yes. Every HomeCasa Prompts prompt is free, with no sign-up or subscription. You can also use them in professional projects.
Can I trust the AI output?
Treat it as a high-quality draft: always check data, figures and important claims before publishing or making decisions.