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This Halloween, we’re not afraid of ghosts 👻 We’re afraid of some design horror stories that are too real... Tell us, what's yours? ↓

These 4 illustration trends are reshaping how brands and creators connect through visuals in 2026. ✦ Surreal & Dreamlike: for abstract concepts, emotional stories, and expressive campaigns. ✦ Naive Hand-Drawn: wobbly, human, and charmingly imperfect, a reaction to AI-smooth design. ✦ Retro Nostalgia: a remix of pixel art, chrome gradients, and cultural throwbacks with modern polish. ✦ Diagrammatic Style: blueprints and over-labeled illustrations that blend precision with play. → Save this post for your next brand or design project

Still life doesn’t have to be still ✦ In our latest carousel, we’re sharing pro-level Still Life Prompts designed for creators, marketers, and designers who want to elevate their AI game. Comment "STILL" below, and we’ll send you the complete guide with ready-to-use prompts and exclusive resources.

We’re excited to welcome Blanca as one of our newest Lummi creators ✦ Her work blends editorial food styling, surreal fashion details, and retro-inspired color palettes — creating imagery that feels both nostalgic and hyper-modern.

AI image generation is no longer just about what you describe, it’s about how you describe it ⋆˙⟡ Here are 5 creative angles to improve your next prompt: ✦ Movement & Speed – Add motion, energy, and rhythm through blur or dynamic framing. ✦ Material Language – Use tactile words like matte, metallic, or powdery to anchor realism. ✦ Overlays – Layer visuals to build symbolic, emotional depth. ✦ Focus & Blur – Blur is storytelling. Use it to guide emotion, not just focus. ✦ Grain & Old Film – Introduce nostalgia and imperfection for a timeless aesthetic. 💬 Comment “GUIDE” below and we’ll send you our full resource on how to write better design prompts for AI-generated imagery.

Our community never misses. You take Lummi images and make them ✧ art ✧

Fresh inspiration, straight from the Lummi community ✦ Our creators have been busy, swipe through for images worth stealing ⋆˙⟡

Need a clean, professional headshot for LinkedIn, your CV, or portfolio? ✦ You don’t need a studio setup, just the right inputs. We created a step-by-step guide for generating AI headshots that actually look professional. Here's what you need to keep in mind: → Start with a clean source image. → Use strong lighting references. → Get your angle and crop right. → Dress for the job you want. → Neutral backgrounds work best. → Use the right prompt formula. ⟡ Want the full guide + prompts? Drop “Headshot” in the comments and we’ll send it over ↓

Part 2 of our 2026 design trend roundup is here, and it’s all about mood, motion, and the human touch. Here’s what’s on the rise: ⟡ Subtle Retro Futurism: Metallic gradients + minimalist sci-fi nostalgia ⟡ Imperfection: Organic strokes and beautifully unfinished details ⟡ The Mishko Effect: Vibrant, glitchy chaos meets intentional design ⟡ Frasubarne: Layered light, dreamlike motion, and emotional softness These trends balance digital edge with visual emotion.

Building consistent content with AI? Start here ↓ We put together a step-by-step guide to using Lummi to create cohesive image sets from a few reference visuals. ▸ Upload up to 5 references ▸ Write a focused prompt ▸ Tweak your settings This is a fast way to generate a full campaign with design continuity—especially useful for branding, lookbooks, or social content.