Nano Banana 2.1 Prompts: 12 Image Ideas | Nano Banana 21

Nano Banana prompts work best when they describe the subject, setting, composition, lighting, style, and intended use. This guide gives you 12 adaptable starting points for image generation, photo editing, and image-to-video work. Replace the bracketed details with your own brief, then choose an available model and output settings in the Nano Banana AI image generator.

A simple Nano Banana prompt formula

Build a prompt from five parts: subject + scene + composition + visual direction + constraints. Name what should appear, where it belongs, how the camera should frame it, what the light and style should feel like, and what must remain unchanged.

Use this template:

Create [subject] for [intended use]. Place it in [setting]. Frame it as [composition and angle]. Use [lighting, palette, and visual style]. Keep [important details] consistent, and leave [clear space or background requirement].

Short prompts can work for simple ideas. Add details when the image needs a specific layout, reference match, product view, or campaign mood.

Nano Banana 2.1 settings and credits

Nano Banana 2.1 is available for text-to-image generation and image editing. The workspace offers 1K, 2K, and 4K output in PNG or JPG. Base costs are 40, 60, and 90 credits respectively, before any plan discount. New accounts receive free starter credits that can be used while the balance covers a generation; check the live generator for the current cost and available settings.

12 Nano Banana prompt examples

Product photos

1. Clean studio product image

Create a premium product photo of [product] on a warm ivory studio surface. Use a three-quarter camera angle, soft side lighting, realistic contact shadows, and a quiet beige background. Keep the package shape and colors consistent with the reference. Leave generous negative space around the product.

2. Lifestyle product scene

Show [product] being used in a bright, lived-in [room or setting]. Compose the product as the clear focal point, with natural window light and a restrained [color] palette. Keep the product design recognizable and the background uncluttered. Create a horizontal image for a product page.

3. Skincare campaign visual

Create a minimalist skincare campaign image featuring [bottle or jar] on a pale stone surface with soft water reflections and a fresh botanical accent. Use diffused daylight, close framing, and realistic material detail. Leave blank space at the top for a headline; do not invent labels or extra text.

Portraits and reference edits

4. Editorial portrait

Make an editorial portrait of [person or character] against a deep [color] backdrop. Use a close crop, soft rim light, natural skin texture, and a confident but relaxed expression. Keep the face and hairstyle consistent with the reference image.

5. Professional profile photo

Turn the uploaded portrait into a polished professional profile photo. Keep the person's identity, facial features, and natural expression. Replace the background with a softly lit neutral studio, use balanced color, and frame from the shoulders up.

6. Wardrobe and style change

Edit the reference photo so the subject wears [outfit or style]. Preserve the same person, pose, camera angle, and main background elements. Match the new clothing to the original lighting and fabric folds so the edit looks coherent.

Social graphics and creative concepts

7. Background replacement

Keep [subject or product] unchanged and replace the background with [new setting]. Match the light direction and shadow softness to the subject. Use a clean composition with no additional objects or text.

8. Remove a distracting object

Remove [object] from the uploaded photo. Reconstruct the area using the surrounding texture, light, and perspective. Keep every other visible element in its original position and style.

9. Social campaign image

Create a vertical social campaign visual for [event or product]. Place [main subject] in the lower-right area, use an energetic [palette] background, and keep the top third open for a later text overlay. Avoid rendering words, logos, or interface elements.

10. Video thumbnail concept

Design a high-contrast thumbnail about [topic]. Show [subject] with a clear, readable silhouette and one strong visual cue related to the story. Use a simple background, bold lighting, and open space on the left for a title to be added later.

Consistent visuals and motion

11. Character reference scene

Use the reference image to keep [character] recognizable. Place the character in [new scene] wearing [outfit], with [camera angle] and [lighting]. Keep key facial and clothing details consistent while changing only the requested setting and pose.

12. Image-to-video starting frame

Animate this image into a short [mood] shot. Let [subject] [one clear action] while the camera [slow movement]. Preserve the subject's appearance, keep the background stable, and use natural motion with no sudden cuts.

For a generated image, start with the image generator. To revise an upload while keeping its main subject, use the AI image editor. To animate a finished still, open the image-to-video workspace. Review the current pricing and credit details before starting a paid generation.

How to get more reliable results

• State the main subject first, then add scene and composition details.
• Use a reference image when identity, product shape, or visual style matters.
• Describe what should stay the same as well as what should change.
• Request empty space for future typography instead of relying on generated text for final packaging or ads.
• Change one prompt detail at a time when comparing outputs.

Results vary by selected model, prompt, references, and output settings. Check generated text, logos, small details, and likeness before publishing. Use only images and references you have permission to upload.

Is Nano Banana 21 the official Nano Banana website?

No. Nano Banana 21 is an independent AI creation workspace and is not an official Google website or endorsement. The Nano Banana name refers to Google's image model family; see Google DeepMind's model overview for Google's own product information. Model choices and availability in this workspace may differ from Google's products.

Nano Banana prompt FAQ

Can I reuse one prompt across models?

Yes. Treat a prompt as a starting brief, then adjust it for the selected model and the controls available in the workspace. Outputs can differ even when the prompt stays the same.

Should I ask an image model to render exact text?

For a finished advertisement or label, request a clean space and add final copy in a design editor. Text rendering varies by model and is worth reviewing before use.

What should I include when editing an uploaded photo?

State what to change and what to preserve. Mention identity, framing, product details, light direction, and any background elements that should remain.