Generation Prompts

Reference prompts for consistent AI image and video generation across the C2C animated film. Inject the Overall Style prompt into every generation. Then layer on category-specific prompts for the subject you're creating.

How to Use

Every prompt below has a 📋 Copy button. Click it — the text goes straight to your clipboard.
Always start with the Overall Style prompt, then append the category prompt that matches what you're generating. For characters, also reference their individual page for specific details.

🎨 Overall Style

Inject this into every generation prompt for visual consistency across all characters, props, and environments.

Base Style Prompt
Stylized-realism 3D animated film look, cinematic soft directional lighting, warm natural highlights, gentle bounce light, rich textures, expressive faces, subtle whimsical charm.

👤 Characters

Template for generating character portraits, full-body shots, and action poses. Replace the bracketed placeholders with character-specific details.

Character Portrait / Full Body
[character name] [age/gender description] wearing [clothing description] [pose or action] [setting background] [time of day / lighting mood] 3/4 view expressive facial features detailed clothing textures stylized-realism 3d animated film look cinematic soft directional lighting warm natural highlights
Character Interaction (Two or More)
[character A] and [character B] [interaction — e.g. talking by a truck, sitting at a diner table] [setting background] [lighting mood] expressive faces emotional connection body language warm composition stylized-realism 3d animated film look cinematic soft lighting

😊 Facial Expressions

Close-ups focused on emotion. Use these when you need a specific expression for a character.

Warm / Happy
[character name] close-up warm genuine smile eyes crinkling soft happy expression cinematic portrait lighting warm golden tones detailed skin texture expressive eyes stylized-realism 3d animated film look
Thoughtful / Concerned
[character name] close-up thoughtful expression furrowed brow looking into the distance soft contemplative mood cinematic lighting cool blue tones reflective eyes detailed facial features stylized-realism 3d animated film look
Laughing
[character name] close-up laughing head tilted back joyful expression eyes closed mouth open genuine laughter warm bright lighting happy atmosphere expressive face stylized-realism 3d animated film look
Determined / Focused
[character name] close-up determined expression set jaw focused eyes intense gaze dramatic lighting strong shadows from one side grit and resolve detailed facial features stylized-realism 3d animated film look

🚛 Props & Vehicles

For generating trucks, trailers, and other key props. Combine with the vehicle's spec details from the Props page.

Vehicle Standalone
[make and model] semi truck [color] with [trailer type] [special features — logo, chrome, accessories] parked at [setting] [time of day] [lighting mood] detailed truck modeling realistic materials polished chrome rubber tires rich textures stylized-realism 3d animated film look cinematic lighting
Vehicle with Driver
[character name] standing beside [his/her] [truck model] [pose — leaning, arms crossed, checking something] [setting] [time of day] [lighting] truck reflects [his/her] personality stylized-realism 3d animated film look cinematic soft directional lighting warm natural highlights

🐾 Animals

For animal characters (Smokey, Rig) and any wildlife in background scenes. Keep the style consistent with the rest of the film.

Animal Portrait
[animal species] [character name if applicable] [pose — sitting, perched, standing] [setting] [lighting mood] detailed [fur/feathers/scales] texture expressive animal eyes personality shining through soft rounded shapes cute but not cartoonish stylized-realism 3d animated film look warm lighting
Animal in Motion
[animal species] [character name] [action — flying, running, chasing, sniffing] [setting] dynamic pose motion blur on paws/wings [lighting mood] playful natural energy stylized-realism 3d animated film look cinematic

🌄 Environments & Backdrops

For establishing shots and background scenes. Combine with location details from the Locations page.

Environment Establishing Shot
[location name] wide establishing shot [key features — pond, trucks, trees, buildings] [weather — sunny, misty, golden hour, dusk] [season] atmospheric depth rich environmental textures warm inviting palette stylized-realism 3d animated film look cinematic lighting