Sunset beach portraits are trending on Instagram and social media because of their dramatic lighting, warm colors, and cinematic feel. Everyone loves the serene vibe of a lone figure against a glowing sunset—it feels personal, stylish, and photogenic.
The best part? You can easily create this stunning image for free using Google Gemini. This AI tool allows you to generate realistic, high-quality images, perfect for Instagram Reels or social media posts. All you need is a detailed prompt.
The Viral Prompt
Create a highly realistic, 8k resolution portrait of a young man sitting on an old stranded boat on a sandy beach at sunset.
The man is looking directly at the camera with a calm, contemplative expression.
Face, hairstyle, and beard must match the reference photo exactly, do not change any features.
Outfit: oversized olive shirt with Attack on Titan logo print, white formal trousers, white sneakers, and a stylish watch.
Lighting: warm, golden sunset light blending into soft late-night shadows, cinematic texture.
Background: calm ocean, orange-pink sky with glowing sunset, soft waves in the distance.
Style: photorealistic, sharp focus, realistic textures, dramatic cinematic lighting, shallow depth of field.
Negative prompt: avoid distortion, low-quality textures, watermarks, or unnatural poses.
Generate in 9:16 aspect ratio (Instagram Reel size), professional high-fashion photography style.
Pose Variant 1 – Standing on the Boat Edge
Create a highly realistic, 8k resolution portrait of a young man standing on the edge of an old stranded boat on a sandy beach at sunset.
He is slightly turned to the left, one hand in pocket, the other hand casually resting on the boat railing, looking directly at the camera with a confident expression.
Face, hairstyle, and beard must match the reference photo exactly.
Outfit: oversized olive shirt with Attack on Titan logo print, white formal trousers, white sneakers, and a stylish watch.
Lighting: warm golden sunset blending into soft late-night shadows, cinematic texture.
Background: calm ocean, orange-pink sky, soft waves.
Style: photorealistic, sharp focus, realistic textures, shallow depth of field.
Negative prompt: avoid distortion, low-quality textures, watermarks, or unnatural poses.
Generate in 9:16 aspect ratio (Instagram Reel size), professional fashion photography style.
How to Customize This Prompt
You can personalize this prompt to make it your own:
- Replace “Attack on Titan logo” with any other logo or pattern you like.
- Change clothes colors (e.g., olive shirt → navy blue) to match your style.
- Adjust the background (e.g., calm beach → rocky shore, sunset → sunrise).
- Keep the reference face if you want the exact identity, or replace it with a new reference image.
How to Create This Image Using Google Gemini
Follow these simple steps:
- Open Google Gemini on your browser.
- Copy and paste the prompt above into the input box.
- Add the instruction: “Create an image in 9:16 ratio” to ensure Instagram Reel size.
- Click Generate and download your image once completed.
Conclusion
This cinematic sunset portrait is perfect for social media, showcasing style, mood, and photorealism. With Google Gemini, you can create a professional-looking, viral AI image in minutes.
Don’t forget to share your masterpiece on Instagram Reels and tag your friends. Experiment with lighting, outfits, and angles while keeping the reference face consistent to make your images truly stand out. Your creative AI images can now be the highlight of your feed!
