V67 Iiyo-sumi Japanese art – A Fusion LoRA for Krea 2

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Trigger Words. Primary Trigger String

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media

Usage: Place this entire string at the beginning of your prompt. The (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1) at the start acts as a weighted primary trigger — it tells Krea 2 to give the fusion aesthetic a 10% boost in influence over the rest of the prompt.

Usage Guidelines

Trigger WordWeightBest Use Case(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1)+10%Master trigger — place at very beginning for strongest stylistic anchorUkiyo-e—Traditional woodblock print, flat colors, bold outlines, waves, actors, landscapesSumi-e—Ink wash painting, minimalist, monochromatic, brushstroke textureFlat Art—Minimalist flat design, clean shapes, vector-like appearancePop Art—Bold colors, commercial art style, repetitive patterns, halftone dots3D—Three-dimensional rendering, depth, isometric, cel shading, volumetricJapanese traditional art—Broad anchor for classic Japanese aestheticsink wash—Soft gradients, diluted ink, atmospheric mistwoodblock print—Carved texture, registration marks, layered colorsbold outlines—Strong black contours, graphic impactflat colors—Unshaded blocks of color, poster-likepop surrealism—Dreamlike, whimsical, modern pop elements3D render—CGI look, smooth surfaces, realistic lightingmixed media—Collage effect, combining techniques

Why Krea 2 + V67 Iiyo-sumi Japanese art?

Krea 2 excels at blending artistic styles, preserving texture, and handling both flat and volumetric forms — exactly what a fusion of Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, and 3D demands. The combination produces images with a unique, modern-yet-ancient aesthetic:

CapabilityWhy Krea 2 ExcelsUkiyo-e wavesRenders dynamic, stylized water with bold outlines and flat color bandsSumi-e ink washSoft gradients, paper texture, and natural brushstroke falloffFlat ArtClean edges, minimal shading, perfect for vector-like compositionsPop ArtVibrant, saturated colors without banding, halftone patterns3D elementsRealistic depth, cel shading, isometric perspective, volumetric lightMixed mediaSeamlessly combines ink, flat color, and 3D forms in one imageWashi paper textureFine grain, fibrous surface, traditional Japanese feelBold outlinesCrisp, consistent linework that mimics woodblock carvings

Signature Style Elements

Traditional Techniques

• Ukiyo-e – woodblock prints, flat perspective, bold contours, waves, kabuki actors, geisha, samurai

• Sumi-e – ink wash, minimalist, monochromatic, expressive brushstrokes, misty landscapes

• Washi paper texture – fibrous, organic background, traditional Japanese paper feel

Modern Influences

• Flat Art – clean geometry, minimal shading, poster design

• Pop Art – bright colors, repetition, commercial imagery, halftone dots

• 3D – isometric views, cel shading, volumetric light, realistic depth

• Pop Surrealism – dreamlike juxtapositions, whimsical characters, modern icons

Color & Contrast

• Vibrant palette – indigo, crimson, gold, teal, and cream

• High contrast – deep blacks against flat brights

• Monochrome ink – sumi-e black and grey washes

• Pop saturation – electric pinks, cyans, and yellows

Surfaces & Textures

• Washi paper – visible fibers, soft grain

• Woodblock carving – slight misregistration, carved lines

• Ink bleed – soft edges on wet paper

• 3D gloss – smooth reflections on rendered objects

Moods

• Serene – sumi-e landscapes, minimalist compositions

• Dynamic – ukiyo-e waves, action poses

• Playful – pop art and pop surrealism

• Mystical – yokai, spirits, folklore

• Modern – cyberpunk, urban, technological fusion

Optimised Settings for Krea 2

ParameterRecommended RangeLoRA Weight0.65 – 0.85CFG Scale3.5 – 5.0Steps20 – 30SamplerEuler, DPM++ 2M KarrasResolution1024x1024 (or 1536x1024 for landscapes/interiors)

Starting Point Recommendations

GoalLoRA WeightCFGNotesSubtle enhancement0.653.5Style as background detail, more prompt freedomBalanced effect0.754.0Sweet spot — strong aesthetic with good coherenceDeep immersion0.854.5Maximum fusion, minimal modern intrusions

Negative Prompt (Krea 2-compatible)

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nsfw, low quality, worst quality, ugly, blurry, flat lighting, overexposed, underexposed, low contrast, dull, washed out, text, watermark, bad anatomy, deformed, duplicate, cartoon, anime, cgi, plastic, digital, sleek, minimalist, bright sunlight, vibrant colors without balance, crowded, noisy, sharp edges, chaotic

Example Prompts

Example 1: Cyberpunk City in Ukiyo-e Style

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media, futuristic Tokyo street at night, neon signs in magenta and cyan, samurai warrior with cybernetic arm, ukiyo-e waves of data, flat art buildings, pop art halftone sky, 3D isometric perspective, washi paper texture, bold black outlines, vibrant colors, masterpiece, 8k

Example 2: Modern Businesswoman in Sumi-e Portrait

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media, minimalist sumi-e portrait of a businesswoman in a suit, monochrome ink wash, soft gradients, single bold brushstroke for hair, washi paper background, subtle flat art geometric accents, serene expression, high contrast, masterpiece, 8k

Example 3: Pop Art Robot in Samurai Armor

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media, pop art robot wearing traditional samurai armor, bold outlines, flat colors, halftone dots, vibrant pink and yellow, 3D cel shading, ukiyo-e wave background, mixed media collage, masterpiece, 8k

Example 4: 3D Koi Fish in Futuristic Pond

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media, 3D render of a koi fish swimming in a futuristic pond, flat art lily pads, sumi-e ink wash water, neon LED strips, ukiyo-e waves, pop art colors, isometric view, washi paper texture, masterpiece, 8k

Example 5: Cyberpunk Geisha with Neon and Ukiyo-e Waves

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media, cyberpunk geisha with neon tattoos, ukiyo-e wave patterns on kimono, flat art makeup, pop art hair ornaments, 3D volumetric lighting, wet reflections, bold outlines, vibrant colors, masterpiece, 8k

Example 6: Modern Smartphone in Flat Art Ukiyo-e

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(Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1), Ukiyo-e, Sumi-e, Flat Art, Pop Art, 3D, Japanese traditional art, ink wash, woodblock print, bold outlines, flat colors, pop surrealism, 3D render, mixed media, flat art illustration of a modern smartphone, ukiyo-e style waves emanating from screen, sumi-e ink wash background, pop art halftone dots, 3D isometric perspective, bold outlines, washi paper texture, masterpiece, 8k

Prompting Tips for Best Results

✅ Do This:

• Start with (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1) for strongest style adherence

• Include the full trigger string to activate all fusion elements

• Specify the dominant style — ukiyo-e, sumi-e, flat art, pop art, 3D

• Mix modern subjects with traditional techniques (e.g., cyberpunk samurai, sumi-e businesswoman)

• Use texture keywords — washi paper, woodblock carving, ink bleed

• Mention bold outlines and flat colors for graphic impact

• Add 3D terms for depth — isometric, cel shading, volumetric

• Request pop art elements — halftone dots, vibrant palette, repetition

• Keep compositions balanced — 1–3 focal elements

❌ Avoid:

• Flat, even lighting without contrast

• Overly realistic photographs without stylization

• Crowded, chaotic scenes without a clear focal point

• Forgetting to specify the fusion style

• Overloading with too many conflicting styles

• Using the trigger string at the end of the prompt (always at the beginning)

• Ignoring the negative prompt

What This LoRA Excels At

✅ Ukiyo-e waves – dynamic, stylized water with bold outlines
✅ Sumi-e ink wash – soft gradients, minimalist, paper texture
✅ Flat Art – clean geometry, poster-like compositions
✅ Pop Art – vibrant colors, halftone dots, commercial aesthetic
✅ 3D fusion – isometric views, cel shading, volumetric light
✅ Mixed media – seamless blend of ink, flat color, and 3D
✅ Modern subjects in ancient styles – cyberpunk samurai, sumi-e businesswoman
✅ Washi paper texture – fine grain, fibrous surface
✅ Bold outlines – crisp, woodblock-like contours
✅ Vibrant palettes – indigo, crimson, gold, teal, cream

What This LoRA Does NOT Excel At

❌ Pure photorealism – without stylization, the fusion is lost
❌ Flat, even lighting – this LoRA thrives on contrast and graphic impact
❌ Overly detailed realism – it prefers stylized, graphic forms
❌ Dark, gritty noir – unless combined with sumi-e ink wash
❌ High-action combat – it prefers stylized poses over dynamic chaos
❌ Cartoon or anime – it leans toward traditional and pop art fusion
❌ Extreme weather – it handles stylized waves and mist, not chaos
❌ Casual modern attire – unless juxtaposed with traditional elements

Limitations & Notes for Krea 2

⚠️ Color balance can shift – if results look too warm or too cool, add specific color modifiers (e.g., cool indigo tones, warm crimson accents).

⚠️ Complex scenes with more than 3 subjects may dilute the fusion focus — prioritize 1–2 figures for maximum stylistic depth.

⚠️ Texture intensity can be controlled with: light washi grain, heavy ink bleed, subtle woodblock lines.

⚠️ Surface detail is key – always specify washi paper, woodblock carving, ink wash, or 3D gloss.

⚠️ The negative prompt is essential – always exclude flat lighting, overexposed, underexposed, low contrast to maintain the signature aesthetic.

⚠️ (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1) should always be at the very beginning of your prompt for maximum effect — moving it elsewhere reduces its influence.

⚠️ Facial expressions can lean towards neutral or stylized — use specific emotional descriptors (e.g., serene, mischievous, intense) or place figures in silhouette/distance for best effect.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

IssueSolutionStyle not visible enoughIncrease LoRA weight to 0.85; ensure (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1) is at the very startToo realisticAdd more Ukiyo-e, Flat Art, bold outlines, flat colorsColors too mutedAdd Pop Art, vibrant colors, high saturationLacks 3D depthAdd 3D, isometric, cel shading, volumetricNot enough ink washAdd Sumi-e, ink wash, monochrome, soft gradientsFusion feels offReduce LoRA weight to 0.65; simplify prompt; focus on one dominant styleToo busyReduce number of subjects; add minimalist compositionWashi paper not visibleAdd washi paper texture, fibrous grainWeighted trigger not workingEnsure you're using (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1) not (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1,1) — use a period not a comma

Credits & Philosophy

V67 Iiyo-sumi Japanese art celebrates the fusion of ancient Japanese aesthetics with modern art movements. Inspired by:

• Ukiyo-e masters – Hokusai, Hiroshige, Utamaro

• Sumi-e painters – Sesshū Tōyō, Hasegawa Tōhaku

• Pop artists – Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Takashi Murakami

• Flat designers – Bauhaus, Swiss style, modern vector art

• 3D artists – isometric illustrators, cel shading pioneers

• Mixed media – collage artists, digital fusion creators

“Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.” — Gustav Mahler

Versions

VersionNotesV1Initial release — trained on Krea 2 with core Ukiyo-e and Sumi-e conceptsV2Optimised for Flux and Ernie compatibilityV3Enhanced trigger words, improved ink wash renderingV4Added Pop Art and Flat Art aestheticsV5Expanded to 20+ prompt examplesV6Refined negative prompt, added troubleshooting guideV67Current release — full fusion integration with weighted trigger (Iiyo-sumi Japanese art:1.1) and 20+ precise trigger words

Final Notes

Feedback and generated images are always welcome. If you encounter any issues with Krea 2, please tell me — I'm actively testing and updating.

Let the ink flow. Let the colors pop. Let the tradition evolve.

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