V67 Lighting – A Cinematic LoRA for Krea 2

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Trigger Words. Primary Trigger String

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast

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

Usage Guidelines

Trigger WordWeightBest Use Case(Lighting:1.1)+10%Master trigger — place at very beginning for strongest stylistic anchorcinematic lighting—Broad film-like illumination, dramatic and moodydramatic shadows—High contrast, deep blacks, strong directional lightvolumetric light—Visible light beams, god rays, atmospheric depthneon glow—Cyberpunk, urban night, vibrant colored light sourcesgolden hour—Warm, soft, low-angle sunlight, romantic and nostalgicchiaroscuro—Extreme light/dark contrast, Caravaggio-style, painterlysoftbox—Studio soft light, flattering portraits, even diffusionrim light—Edge lighting, separation from background, halo effectbacklight—Silhouettes, glowing edges, dramatic depthgod rays—Sunbeams through windows, trees, or fogspotlight—Focused beam, theatrical, product highlightcaustics—Light patterns through glass/water, shimmering reflectionsmoonlight—Cool, blue, nocturnal illumination, serene or eeriefirelight—Warm, flickering orange glow, intimate and primalLED strips—Modern, sci-fi, cool blue/white linear lightingnoir—High contrast black & white, shadows, mysterylens flare—Anamorphic streaks, sun bursts, cinematic imperfectiondust motes—Floating particles in light beams, atmospheric texturewet reflections—Rain-slicked streets, puddles, glossy surfaceshigh contrast—Strong difference between light and dark, punchy

Why Krea 2 + V67 Lighting?

Krea 2 excels at atmospheric lighting, soft diffusion, and textured surfaces — exactly what cinematic lighting demands. The combination produces images with immersive, moody, and highly controlled illumination:

CapabilityWhy Krea 2 ExcelsVolumetric lightRenders realistic light shafts with natural falloff and hazeNeon glowVibrant, saturated colors without banding or digital artifactsCausticsComplex light refraction through glass and water with high realismSoft diffusionSmooth gradients for softbox and overcast lightingSpecular reflectionsAccurate highlights on wet, polished, or metallic surfacesHalationSoft glowing halos around bright light sourcesChiaroscuroDeep, rich shadows without losing detail in highlightsLens flareAuthentic optical imperfections, anamorphic streaksDust motesFine particles floating in light beams, adding depthFirelightWarm, flickering glow with natural color temperature shifts

Signature Style Elements

Light Sources & Qualities

• Softbox – even, flattering studio light for portraits and products

• Rim light – edge definition, separation, halo effects

• Backlight – silhouettes, glowing outlines, dramatic depth

• Spotlight – focused beams, theatrical emphasis

• LED strips – modern, cool-toned linear illumination

• Firelight – warm, flickering, intimate glow

• Moonlight – cool, blue, nocturnal atmosphere

• Neon – vibrant, saturated urban night light

Atmospheric Effects

• Volumetric light – visible beams cutting through fog, dust, or smoke

• God rays – natural sunbeams through windows, trees, clouds

• Dust motes – floating particles that catch the light

• Noir – high-contrast, shadow-drenched mystery

• Lens flare – anamorphic streaks, sun bursts, optical artifacts

Color & Contrast

• Chiaroscuro – extreme light/dark contrast, painterly

• High contrast – punchy, dramatic, graphic

• Golden hour – warm, soft, romantic sunlight

• Neon glow – electric, saturated, cyberpunk

Surfaces & Reflections

• Caustics – shimmering light patterns through glass/water

• Wet reflections – rain-slicked streets, puddles, glossy surfaces

Moods

• Cinematic – film-like, dramatic, immersive

• Noir – mysterious, shadowy, fatalistic

• Dramatic – intense, emotional, high stakes

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 atmosphere, 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: Woman Behind Colorful Stained Glass in Cathedral

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, cinematic photograph of a woman standing behind a massive colorful stained glass window inside a gothic cathedral, silhouetted figure, rich jewel tones of blue red emerald and amber glass projecting onto stone floor, volumetric god rays cutting through incense haze, dust motes floating, backlight, rim light on hair and shoulders, chiaroscuro contrast, dramatic shadows, wide shot, 35mm, photorealistic, ultra detailed, atmospheric, moody, sacred atmosphere, high dynamic range, shallow depth of field focused on glass and light patterns

Example 2: Lightbulb with Flame Instead of Filaments

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, extreme macro close-up of a vintage clear glass lightbulb where a small real flame burns instead of metal filaments, warm firelight glow, orange and yellow flicker, reflections and caustics on glass, dark moody background, high contrast, cinematic, product photography, 100mm macro lens, shallow depth of field, smoke wisps inside bulb, surreal, photorealistic, ultra detailed, dramatic spotlight from above, deep shadows

Example 3: Edison Bulbs Illuminated

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, row of antique Edison bulbs hanging from industrial ceiling, all glowing warmly, tungsten filament light, soft amber glow, bokeh circles, rustic dark interior, wooden beams, metal fixtures, cinematic atmosphere, volumetric haze, warm and cool contrast, low-key lighting, rim light on edges, 50mm, shallow depth of field, photorealistic, cozy steampunk mood, high detail, reflections on glass and metal

Example 4: Neon Cyberpunk Street

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, cyberpunk street at night, neon signs magenta and cyan, wet asphalt reflections, volumetric fog, cinematic wide shot, rain-slicked pavement, glowing puddles, anamorphic lens flare, deep shadows, high contrast, photorealistic, 8k, cinematic grain

Example 5: Golden Hour Portrait

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, close-up portrait of a woman during golden hour, warm sunlight from the side, rim light on hair, soft shadows, dust motes in the air, lens flare, shallow depth of field, 85mm, photorealistic, cinematic, film grain, Kodak Portra 400

Example 6: Chiaroscuro Still Life

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, still life of fruit on a wooden table, hard direct sunlight from a single window, strong geometric shadows, chiaroscuro, vibrant colors, deep blacks, photorealistic, oil painting aesthetic, Caravaggio influence

Example 7: Moonlight Landscape

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, mountain landscape under moonlight, blue hour, stars, long exposure, snow, cool blue tones, soft shadows, atmospheric, serene, photorealistic, wide shot, 24mm

Example 8: Firelight Storytelling

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(Lighting:1.1), cinematic lighting, dramatic shadows, volumetric light, neon glow, golden hour, chiaroscuro, softbox, rim light, backlight, god rays, spotlight, caustics, moonlight, firelight, LED strips, noir, lens flare, dust motes, wet reflections, high contrast, campfire at night, warm glow on faces, sparks flying, dark forest, storytelling, intimate atmosphere, flickering light, deep shadows, photorealistic, cinematic, 50mm, shallow depth of field

Prompting Tips for Best Results

✅ Do This:

• Start with (Lighting:1.1) for strongest style adherence

• Include the full trigger string to activate all lighting elements

• Specify the light source — softbox, rim light, backlight, neon, firelight, etc.

• Define the surface — wet asphalt, polished wood, rain-streaked glass

• Choose a focal subject — keep to 1–3 elements for maximum atmosphere

• Use lighting-specific terms — volumetric, caustics, halation, chiaroscuro

• Mention atmospheric effects — dust motes, fog, haze, god rays

• Request cinematic depth — shallow depth of field, anamorphic, film grain

• Add film stock references — Kodak Vision3 5219, Portra 400, Cinestill 800T

❌ Avoid:

• Flat, even lighting without contrast

• Overexposed or underexposed images without purpose

• Modern, casual, or bright cheerful scenes (unless intended)

• Crowded, chaotic scenes without a clear focal point

• Forgetting to specify surface types for reflections

• Overloading with too many subjects — keep it focused

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

What This LoRA Excels At

✅ Volumetric lighting – visible beams, god rays, atmospheric depth
✅ Neon & cyberpunk – vibrant urban night light, wet reflections
✅ Golden hour – warm, soft, romantic sunlight
✅ Chiaroscuro – extreme light/dark contrast, painterly
✅ Studio lighting – softbox, rim light, backlight, spotlight
✅ Caustics – light patterns through glass and water
✅ Firelight & candlelight – warm, flickering, intimate glow
✅ Moonlight – cool, blue, nocturnal atmosphere
✅ Noir – high contrast, shadow-drenched mystery
✅ Lens flare – anamorphic streaks, optical imperfections
✅ Dust motes – floating particles in light beams
✅ Wet reflections – rain-slicked streets, puddles, glossy surfaces
✅ High contrast – punchy, dramatic, graphic lighting
✅ LED strips – modern, cool-toned linear illumination
✅ Cinematic mood – film-like, immersive, dramatic

What This LoRA Does NOT Excel At

❌ Flat, even lighting – this LoRA thrives on contrast and drama
❌ Bright, cheerful, comedy scenes – it prefers moody, cinematic atmospheres
❌ Modern or futuristic technology – unless combined with neon/LED lighting
❌ High-action, dynamic combat – it prefers stillness and atmospheric focus
❌ Overly crowded street markets – without atmospheric fog or lighting
❌ Cartoon, anime, or stylized illustration – keep it photographic/painterly
❌ Extreme weather – it does atmospheric rain and fog, not chaos
❌ Purely naturalistic scenes – without any architectural or humanistic elements
❌ Casual, modern attire – this is about light, not fashion

Limitations & Notes for Krea 2

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

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

⚠️ Fog intensity can be controlled with: light mist, thick fog, volumetric haze, dense atmospheric gloom.

⚠️ Surface detail is key – always specify wet, polished, aged, weathered, or ornate.

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

⚠️ (Lighting: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 stern — use specific emotional descriptors (e.g., melancholic, wistful, intense, serene) or place figures in silhouette/distance for best effect.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

IssueSolutionStyle not visible enoughIncrease LoRA weight to 0.85; ensure (Lighting:1.1) is at the very startToo dark / underexposedAdd soft light, overcast sky, fill light, or ambient glowColours too vividAdd desaturated palette, muted tones, sepiaFlat lighting appearsStrengthen negative prompt; add dramatic shadows, high contrastFaces look stiff or genericUse from behind, silhouette, distant figure, or add cinematic portrait + emotional descriptorNot enough reflectionAdd wet cobblestones, puddle reflections, polished wood, still lakeEffect too subtleAdd heavy fog, dramatic chiaroscuro, intense candlelit atmosphereFog too thickUse light mist or gentle fog instead of dense fogLens flare too strongReduce weight or remove lens flare from promptLacks cinematic feelAdd anamorphic, film grain, cinematic lighting, depth of fieldWeighted trigger not workingEnsure you're using (Lighting:1.1) not (Lighting:1,1) — use a period not a comma

Credits & Philosophy

V67 Lighting celebrates the art of illumination — where light becomes the subject, where shadows tell stories, and where every beam, flare, and reflection adds depth and emotion. Inspired by:

• Cinematographers – Roger Deakins, Emmanuel Lubezki, Vittorio Storaro

• Painters – Caravaggio, Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer

• Photographers – Ansel Adams, Gregory Crewdson, Fan Ho

• Film noir – The Third Man, Blade Runner, Sin City

• Neon aesthetics – Drive, Only God Forgives, Cyberpunk 2077

• Natural light – golden hour, blue hour, moonlight, firelight

“Light is the first element of cinematography. It creates mood, depth, and meaning. Without it, there is nothing.”

Versions

VersionNotesV1Initial release — trained on Krea 2 with 10 core lighting conceptsV2Optimised for Flux and Ernie compatibilityV3Enhanced trigger words, improved volumetric renderingV4Added neon and cyberpunk aestheticsV5Expanded to 20+ prompt examplesV6Refined negative prompt, added troubleshooting guideV67Current release — full Lighting integration with weighted trigger (Lighting: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 light shine. Let the shadows dance. Let the atmosphere breathe.

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