Use the REFERENCE_IMAGE as the single and absolute source for the character’s identity. Recreate the same person with 100% fidelity: identical facial features, bone structure, gender, perceived age, skin tone, hairstyle, and overall facial proportions. Do not change the gender, do not rejuvenate or age the face, and do not idealize or alter the anatomy.
Face and expression (must match perfectly):
Reproduce the face exactly as in the REFERENCE_IMAGE: same expression, same mouth shape and position, same gaze direction and eye openness, same eyebrow thickness, curvature, and angle. The nose, lips, eyes, jawline, chin, cheekbones, and forehead must be identical in shape, size, and relative distance. Preserve all asymmetries and unique details, including moles, freckles, micro-scars, and natural skin texture, with no smoothing or modification.
Skin texture and oily shine:
Keep the same natural skin tone and texture from the REFERENCE_IMAGE, but add a subtle oily glow on the face, especially on the T‑zone and high points of the skin: forehead center, bridge and tip of the nose, upper cheeks near the eyes, and the chin. Emphasize small, crisp specular highlights on these convex areas to suggest slight oiliness, with brighter, sharper reflections on the nose, cheeks, and lips, while midtones and shadows stay soft and natural so the skin still looks realistic and not plastic.
Face position and angle (match reference example):
Rotate the head slightly into a three-quarter view, similar to the example image: the face turned a bit to one side, not fully frontal, with the far cheek slightly receding and only one ear clearly visible or more prominent. Keep the same identity, gender, age impression, and facial proportions as the REFERENCE_IMAGE, only adjusting the head rotation and neck alignment to match this three-quarter pose.
Camera, pose and framing:
Bust-up portrait framed like a classic three-quarter painted portrait: show head, neck, shoulders, and upper chest, with the head tilt, angle, and body orientation matching the reference impression. The shoulders and torso are subtly rotated in the same direction as the head to create a natural three-quarter stance, using a natural portrait focal length and a centered composition.
Hair (exact same style and volume):
Keep the hairstyle 100% faithful to the REFERENCE_IMAGE: same hair length, pulled back with loose strands framing the face, same parting, same overall silhouette, same volume, and similar flyaways. Match the hair color, highlights, and shadows exactly to the reference without changing the haircut or making it longer, shorter, or fuller.
Clothing and accessories:
Recreate the same clothing style as the REFERENCE_IMAGE: a dark blouse with a subtle sheen, similar collar and V-neck shape, and comparable folds and reflections on the fabric. Copy the earrings exactly: same metallic structure, same pearl-like elements, identical size, orientation, and position on both ears.
Lighting and mood (adjusted to match example):
Use soft three-quarter portrait lighting: a gentle key light coming from the front and slightly off to one side at about 45 degrees, illuminating most of the face and creating a soft shadow on the far side for depth. Keep the light diffused, with smooth transitions between light and shadow, subtle highlights on the forehead, nose bridge, cheekbones, and lips, and soft shadows under the jaw and neck. Maintain a calm, elegant, warm mood without dramatic contrast.
Art style and background:
Painterly digital illustration, semi-realistic with smooth, clean brushwork and visible strokes, like a stylized portrait painting. Use an abstract background with dynamic brush strokes mixing warm oranges and beiges with cooler teal and blue patches, plus soft splatters and paint textures around the character, without defined scenery or objects.
Quality and constraints:
High-resolution portrait with sharp focus on the face. No text, logos, or watermarks. Do not add or modify elements in a way that changes the person’s identity, hairstyle, gender, or age compared to the REFERENCE_IMAGE.