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5 Best Midjourney Prompts: March 2025 (Tactile Art)

Terms that mimic art made with light, foam, yarn, and more.

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Daniel Nest
Mar 27, 2025
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Y’all know what this is: The last Thursday post of the month, traditionally dedicated to funky Midjourney modifiers.

This time, I’m after hands-on arts and crafts that experiment with different mediums.

My showcase subjects are:

  • 🥚 Egg

  • 🧑‍🌾 Scarecrow

  • 🪺 Birdhouse

Let’s go!

Going forward, I’m taking these monthly AI art explorations beyond Midjourney. I’ll run prompt comparisons in different models, test new AI image features, and more. There are simply too many new image models to try.

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Prompt #1: “[subject], ebru artwork”

Ebru is a Turkish marbling technique that involves painting colorful patterns and designs in oily water and then placing a sheet of paper on top to transfer the design. While traditional designs tend to be floral or ornamental, you can ask Midjourney to apply the style to any subject you choose.

Sample images:

Egg, scarecrow, birdhouse, ebru artwork in MidjourneyEgg, scarecrow, birdhouse, ebru artwork in MidjourneyEgg, scarecrow, birdhouse, ebru artwork in Midjourney

Prompt #2: “[subject], latte art”

If y…

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