30+ Creative Nano Banana Prompts to Take Your AI Images to the Next Level

The Nano Banana AI model — powered by Google’s Gemini 2.5 Flash image engine — has sparked a wave of creativity across the AI art world. With its fast, consistent outputs and photorealistic capabilities, Nano Banana makes it easy to transform even simple photographs into stylized, imaginative visuals. In this guide, you’ll find over 30 prompts ready to copy, paste, and customize — plus tips on maximizing their impact.

🎨 Prompt Ideas by Category

Below are prompts organized by what you might want to achieve: image effects, character edits, scene transformations, and more. Replace the placeholders (like [Image1], [Character], [desired style]) with your own subject or setting.

Image Effects & Creative Transformations

3D Action Figure

“Generate a 1/7 scale commercialized figure of the character in the illustration in a realistic environment. Place it on a computer desk with a transparent circular base. Show ZBrush modeling progress on the screen beside it, and a BANDAI-style packaging box printed with the original artwork.”
Chibi Knitted Doll

“Close-up shot of a hand-crocheted yarn doll gently held in two hands. The doll is chibi-style, with vivid colors and soft textures. Softly blurred background of a cozy room with natural light.”
Character Capsule / Gachapon Diorama

“A transparent capsule (gashapon style) held between fingers, with [NAME] inside in their iconic pose. Include accessories, ambient background (stadium, stage, etc.), and cinematic lighting. Label the capsule base with the name in matching typography.”
Plush Toy Version

“Produce a soft plush toy of [CHARACTER], with an oversized head and stubby limbs. Fuzzy fabric texture, embroidered face. Show it standing or sitting against a neutral backdrop with soft, diffuse light.”
Casual iPhone Selfie (Unfiltered)

“Simulate a genuinely casual iPhone-style selfie: slightly off-angle, uneven lighting, mild blur or overexposure. The composition is imperfect — as if snapped quickly. Subject: [Name] at [Location].”
Chibi Sticker / Emoji Set

“Create a chibi sticker character: winking, crying, or blowing a kiss. Big expressive eyes, exaggerated emotions, surrounded by hearts or sparkles. Use white space around each sticker. Aspect ratio 9:16.”
Funko Pop–Inspired Figure

“Generate a Funko Pop–style figure based on a reference photo. Large head, simplified body, neutral white background. Emphasize details like hairstyle, clothing, and accessories.”
Ghibli / Anime Style

“Redraw the photo in Studio Ghibli–inspired style: soft lines, dreamy tones, natural lighting. Maintain facial expression and posture.”
Game UI / In-Game Model

“Convert your subject into a 3D in-game character: dance or action pose, neon lighting, reflective surfaces, with HUD overlay, score, and game interface elements.”
Image Fusion / Blending

“Merge [Image1], [Image2], etc. into a cohesive new image. Keep main subjects intact and blend lighting, perspective, and color so the final result feels natural and seamless.”
Style Fusion (Mashups)

“Transform [Image1] into the aesthetic of [Image2]. Keep subject structure but apply the stylization (color palette, texture, brush style) from the second image.”
Virtual Wardrobe Change

“Keep the subject’s pose and identity from [Image1], but swap clothing to match [Image2]. Maintain realism in folds, texture, and lighting.”

Portrait & Character-Based Edits

Facial Expression Adjustment

“Change the person’s facial expression to [smile / surprised / calm / sad] while keeping pose, lighting, hair, and identity intact.”
Pose Alteration

“Take two subjects and position them in the exact pose of a reference (e.g. man in green lifting man in red). Preserve proportions and lighting consistency.”
Body Reshaping / Morphing

“Reshape the subject’s body to the target type (more muscular, slimmer, fuller) but preserve the face, hair, features, and outfit.”
3×3 Portrait Grid

“Produce nine portraits in a 3×3 grid, each with a different pose or expression, under varied settings but consistent aesthetic style.”

Scene & Environmental Modifications

Background Replacement

“Replace the background in [Image1] with a new scene, e.g. a beach, forest, or cityscape. Ensure lighting and shadows match so the subject looks embedded realistically.”
Add or Remove Elements

Add: “Insert [object] (tree, pet, lamp) into [Image1], matching lighting and perspective.”
Remove: “Remove [element] (person, sign, car) from [Image1], filling in background to look natural and seamless.”
Camera Angle Variations

“Render four versions of the same subject from different perspectives: bird’s-eye view, rear, side profile, and close-up. Use consistent lighting and background.”
Text Editing in Image

“Replace or edit text in [Image1] to read ‘[new text]’ while preserving background and style (font, color, placement).”
Time-of-Day / Temporal Shift

“Render a scene 10 minutes later (or at dusk, dawn) — same location and subject, but shift lighting, shadows, and environment accordingly.”
Object Extraction / Isolate

“Extract the dress or clothing from [Image1] and present it alone on a white background, crisp folds and fabric detail preserved for e-commerce or portfolio.”
Quality Enhancement / Sharpening

“Enhance the realism and clarity of [Image1], boosting texture detail, lighting, and resolution with minimal change to composition or color tones.”
Weather Transformation

“Change the weather: make a sunny scene rainy, cloudy, snowy, or foggy. Adjust color, lighting, and atmospheric effects coherently.”
Color / Tone Shift

“Recolor [Image1] into [warm / cool / pastel / cinematic tones], preserving the subject but shifting the emotional mood via hues and contrast.”
Element Swap / Replacement

“Replace a specified object (background, building, person) with a new one in [Image1], blending illumination, texture, and viewpoint to match.”
Outpainting / Border Extension

“Extend the boundaries of [Image1], generating new content around its edges that fits the scene, style, and lighting continuity.”
Sketch / Line to Full Render

“Convert line art or sketches into fully colored, detailed illustrations. Preserve the outlines but apply shading, texture, and lighting in a specified style (realistic, fantasy, etc.).”
3×3 Pose Montage

“Create a 3×3 grid montage of the subject in various studio poses — each square with distinct pose, expression, or lighting setup.”
Interior Design / Room Visualization

“Redesign a room: add a modern sofa, coffee table, décor, and change the wall textures to match a contemporary aesthetic. Maintain photorealism and plausible layout.”
From Ingredients to Dish (Still Life Composition)

“Given a list of food ingredients, compose and render a beautifully arranged dish. Consider logical placement, proportions, lighting, and style (minimalist, rustic, haute cuisine).”
Anatomy / Scientific Illustration

“Produce a clean, labeled anatomical illustration: frontal symmetric view, some internal organs visible. Style like a biology infographic, with text explanation and clear structure.”
Retro 16-Bit / Pixel Art

“Render [Character] in pixel art style, as though from a 16-bit video game, and place them in a matching old-school background or level.”
Vintage Polaroid / Film Look

“Transform the photo into a nostalgic Polaroid: soft colors, slight blur, light leaks, white border. Keep subject and environment consistent.”
Cultural / Thematic Dressing (e.g. Saree)

“Dress the subject in a traditional saree: flowing sheer fabric, delicate embroidery, sunlit tones, elegant pose, dreamy lighting.”
Poignant / Emotional Scene (e.g. hugging younger self)

“Create a touching image of your present self embracing your younger self. Capture warmth, lighting, and emotional resonance.”
Cinematic Portrait

“Dramatic portrait shot, vertical frame, striking lighting and contrast (e.g. chiaroscuro). The subject should command presence against a bold backdrop.”

🛠 How to Use Nano Banana with These Prompts

Here’s a simple workflow to get started:

Open the Nano Banana interface (via Google AI Studio or other supported platforms).
Upload your base image(s) — clear, high-resolution inputs tend to yield better results.
Copy & paste a prompt from above (or modify it) into the prompt input.
Generate & preview the result. Adjust or refine your prompt as needed.
Iterate — experiment with tweaks in lighting, style, or level of detail until you’re satisfied.
Download the output once it meets your expectations.

If you’re using Fotor or another editor integrated with Nano Banana, you can apply built-in editing tools on top of your generated images.

💡 Tips to Get Better Results

Be detailed and explicit. Use specific verbs (“Create,” “Insert,” “Transform”) and describe subject, setting, textures, lighting, emotions.
Iterate gradually. Start broad, see what the model gives you, then refine.
Define a style early. Whether you want “oil painting,” “anime,” “photorealistic,” or “vintage film,” stating it clearly helps anchor the output.
Include context. Time of day, mood, weather, character intent — all these help bolster realism.
Match lighting and shading. When merging or swapping elements, ensuring coherent light direction avoids jarring results.
Try multiple variations. Change color palettes, framing, or minor elements to explore creative possibilities.

✅ Final Thoughts

These prompts are a starting point. The real magic comes when you blend, customize, and experiment with them. Whether you're making illustrated portraits, product mockups, fantasy scenes, or stylized edits, these ideas will help you harness the full creative potential of Nano Banana.