Drawing Simple Landscapes with AI - ChatGPT Image Generator Guide
Create landscapes by season and time of day. Even beginners can create emotionally rich natural scenery in just 5 minutes.
Introduction
Now that you've learned the prompt basics, it's time to actually draw! Among all types of art, landscapes are the best place to start.
Why are landscapes good? First, AI draws them really well. Natural elements like mountains, oceans, and sky are areas where AI particularly excels. And there are no "this finger looks weird" issues like with characters, or "this letter is wrong" problems like with logos. You just need to focus on the overall atmosphere and feeling.
I also started with landscapes when first drawing with AI. I made a "sunset ocean" and was amazed when it came out like a photo I had taken myself. That's when I gained confidence and started trying various things.
Today, we'll draw various landscapes by season and time of day. The same place can feel completely different depending on time and season. Through this process, you'll naturally learn how important lighting and color are!
Understanding Basic Landscape Elements
Elements to include when drawing landscapes:
Natural Elements
- Terrain: Mountains, hills, plains, valleys, beaches
- Water: Ocean, lake, river, waterfall, pond
- Plants: Trees, flowers, grass, forest
- Sky: Clouds, sunset, stars, aurora
Time and Weather
- Time of Day: Dawn, morning, daytime, sunset, night
- Weather: Clear, cloudy, fog, rain, snow
Atmosphere
- Emotion: Peaceful, mysterious, grand, lonely
- Season: Spring, summer, fall, winter
Practice 1: Seasonal Landscapes
Spring Landscape
Prompt (English):
Cherry blossom trees in full bloom, pink petals falling,
peaceful park scene, soft spring sunlight,
pastel colors, gentle breeze effect,
landscape photography, professional quality
Prompt (Korean - DALLยทE 3):
Cherry blossom trees in full bloom, falling pink petals,
peaceful park scene, soft spring sunlight,
pastel colors, gentle breeze effect,
landscape photography, professional quality
Characteristics: Bright and hopeful atmosphere, pastel tones
Summer Landscape
Prompt (English):
Tropical beach at sunset, turquoise water, palm trees,
golden hour lighting, warm summer vibes,
clear blue sky, white sand beach,
paradise scene, high resolution
Prompt (Korean):
Tropical beach at sunset, turquoise ocean water, palm trees,
golden hour lighting, warm summer atmosphere,
clear blue sky, white sand beach,
paradise scene, high resolution
Characteristics: Bright and vibrant colors, energetic feel
Fall Landscape
Prompt (English):
Autumn forest path, colorful fall foliage,
red orange yellow leaves, misty morning atmosphere,
fallen leaves on ground, warm autumn colors,
peaceful and nostalgic mood, landscape photography
Prompt (Korean):
Autumn forest path, colorful fall foliage,
red orange yellow leaves, misty morning atmosphere,
fallen leaves on ground, warm autumn colors,
peaceful and nostalgic mood, landscape photography
Characteristics: Warm color palette, emotional atmosphere
Winter Landscape
Prompt (English):
Snowy mountain landscape, frozen lake,
snow-covered pine trees, winter wonderland,
blue hour lighting, pristine white snow,
serene and peaceful atmosphere, crystal clear air
Prompt (Korean):
Snow-covered mountain landscape, frozen lake,
snow-covered pine trees, winter wonderland,
blue hour lighting, pristine white snow,
serene and peaceful atmosphere, clear air
Characteristics: Cold and clean feel, quiet atmosphere
Practice 2: Same Location at Different Times
Drawing the same location at different times teaches you the importance of lighting.
Dawn
Prompt:
Mountain valley at dawn, first light of day,
soft purple and pink sky, morning mist,
silhouette of mountains, peaceful awakening,
magical hour, landscape photography
Characteristics: Soft purple-pink sky, mysterious atmosphere
Noon
Prompt:
Mountain valley at noon, bright sunlight,
clear blue sky, vivid colors, strong shadows,
summer midday, sharp details,
high contrast lighting
Characteristics: Strong contrast, vivid colors, intense shadows
Sunset
Prompt:
Mountain valley at sunset, golden hour,
dramatic orange and red sky, long shadows,
warm glow on mountains, breathtaking view,
cinematic lighting, award winning photography
Characteristics: Dramatic colors, warm light, long shadows
Night
Prompt:
Mountain valley at night, starry sky, milky way visible,
moonlight illuminating peaks, deep blue atmosphere,
long exposure photography, magical nightscape
Characteristics: Starry sky, mysterious moonlight, tranquility
Practice 3: Various Natural Landscapes
Mountain Landscape
Prompt (English):
Majestic snow-capped mountain peaks, dramatic clouds,
alpine meadow with wildflowers in foreground,
epic landscape, wide angle view,
professional nature photography, 8K quality
Prompt (Korean):
Majestic snow-capped peaks, dramatic clouds,
alpine meadow with wildflowers in foreground,
epic landscape, wide angle view,
professional nature photography, 8K quality
MidJourney Version:
majestic mountain range, snow peaks, alpine flowers,
dramatic sky, wide angle --ar 16:9 --v 6
Beach Landscape
Prompt (English):
Secluded tropical beach, crystal clear water,
overhanging palm trees, white sand,
turquoise ocean, gentle waves,
paradise island, travel photography style
Prompt (Korean):
Secluded tropical beach, crystal clear water,
overhanging palm trees, white sand,
turquoise ocean, gentle waves,
paradise island, travel photography style
Lake Landscape
Prompt (English):
Serene mountain lake, mirror-like water reflection,
surrounding pine forest, misty morning,
boat dock in foreground, peaceful atmosphere,
landscape painting style, soft colors
Prompt (Korean):
Serene mountain lake, mirror-like water reflection,
surrounding pine forest, misty morning,
boat dock in foreground, peaceful atmosphere,
landscape painting style, soft colors
Forest Landscape
Prompt (English):
Enchanted forest path, sunbeams through trees,
lush green vegetation, moss covered ground,
magical atmosphere, fairy tale scene,
fantasy landscape, detailed foliage
Prompt (Korean):
Enchanted forest path, sunbeams through trees,
lush green vegetation, moss covered ground,
magical atmosphere, fairy tale scene,
fantasy landscape, detailed foliage
Desert Landscape
Prompt (English):
Vast desert landscape, sand dunes,
dramatic sunset sky, long shadows on sand,
lone cactus, warm color palette,
wide open space, arid beauty
Prompt (Korean):
Vast desert landscape, sand dunes,
dramatic sunset sky, long shadows on sand,
lone cactus, warm color palette,
wide open space, arid beauty
Practice 4: Weather Expressions
Clear Day
Prompt:
Clear sunny day landscape, blue sky with fluffy clouds,
vibrant colors, sharp details,
perfect weather, cheerful atmosphere
Foggy Day
Prompt:
Foggy mountain landscape, mysterious atmosphere,
soft diffused light, limited visibility,
layers of mist, dreamy and ethereal mood
Rainy Day
Prompt:
Rainy day landscape, grey clouds, rain falling,
wet ground reflections, moody atmosphere,
overcast sky, dramatic weather
Snowy Day
Prompt:
Snowing landscape, falling snowflakes,
winter scene, white blanket of snow,
cold atmosphere, peaceful winter day
Landscape Styles
Realistic Photo Style
Additional Keywords:
professional photography, National Geographic style,
high resolution, natural lighting, realistic details
Watercolor Style
Additional Keywords:
watercolor painting, soft edges, flowing colors,
artistic interpretation, painterly style
Oil Painting Style
Additional Keywords:
oil painting, thick brush strokes, impressionist style,
rich textures, classical art style
Digital Art Style
Additional Keywords:
digital art, vibrant colors, modern illustration style,
concept art, trending on ArtStation
Minimalist Style
Additional Keywords:
minimalist composition, simple shapes,
limited color palette, clean design, flat design
Composition Tips
Rule of Thirds
Place horizon at 1/3 or 2/3 point
Position main subject at intersection points
Add to Prompt:
rule of thirds composition, balanced composition
Foreground-Midground-Background
foreground: detailed rocks or flowers
middle ground: lake or trees
background: mountains or sky
Leading Lines
path or river leading eye into the scene,
natural leading lines, depth perception
Common Mistakes
1. Too Many Elements
โ "Mountains, ocean, lake, waterfall, forest, flower field, sky, clouds, birds, deer" โ "Focus on mountains and lake, forest slightly in background"
2. Vague Time of Day
โ "Good time" โ "golden hour sunset" or "blue hour dawn"
3. Style Inconsistency
โ "realistic photo, cartoon style, watercolor" โ Unify with one style
Practice Assignments
Create these landscapes yourself:
Assignment 1: Where I Want to Go
Imagine and draw a place you want to travel to
Assignment 2: Four Seasons Series
Draw the same location in spring/summer/fall/winter - 4 images
Assignment 3: Daily Changes
Draw the same landscape at dawn/day/sunset/night - 4 images
Conclusion
Landscape art is one of the areas AI draws best. Experiment with various seasons, times, and weather to find your own style.
In the next post, we'll tackle character design!
๐ก Today's Tip: Including real place names makes results more realistic. Example: "Swiss Alps landscape" or "Jeju Island volcanic landscape"