The „3×3 Prompt“ – Emotions:
I threw my latest prompt (which you can find here: https://lnkd.in/dY_XwSSV) into AI Studio and asked Gemini 3 Pro Preview to change the 9 panels into emotional states. It sure worked. No matter if you choose real humans or creatures, this thing will work until the job is done.
Directives:
- Subject Analysis: Analyze the facial features of the [attached OBJECT] (Reference Image). Maintain strict identity consistency (same person, same grooming, same clothing) across all 9 panels.
- Format: Generate a high-fidelity 3×3 grid contact sheet (9 panels).
- Aesthetic: Neutral studio photography, soft „butterfly“ lighting, clean solid grey or white background. The focus must be entirely on the face and acting.
- Typography: Write the name of the emotion at the bottom of each panel. Use a clean, modern Sans-Serif font (like Helvetica) for a professional casting-sheet look.
Content Rules:
- Identity Lock: Do not change the person’s bone structure. Only manipulate the facial muscles (eyebrows, mouth corners, eye aperture, forehead lines) to convey the emotion.
- Distinctness: No repeating expressions. Each panel must show a radically different emotional state.
Panel Layout (The Emotional Spectrum):
[Row 1: The Baseline & Positives]
- Neutral: (The Control). A deadpan, passport-style look. Completely relaxed muscles. Direct eye contact.
- Euphoric: (High Energy Positive). Genuine open-mouthed laughter, squinting „smiling“ eyes (Duchenne smile).
- Affectionate: (Low Energy Positive). A soft, warm, subtle smile. Head tilted slightly. Kind eyes.
[Row 2: The High-Intensity Negatives]
- Enraged: (High Energy Negative). Brows furrowed deep, teeth bared or shouting, intense glare. Explosive anger.
- Terrified: (High Energy Negative). Eyes wide open (whites visible), eyebrows raised and pulled together, mouth slightly open in shock.
- Disgusted: (Reactive). Nose wrinkled (scrunched), upper lip raised, eyes narrowed. A look of repulsion.
[Row 3: The Complex/Nuanced]
- Devastated: (Low Energy Negative). Crying or about to cry. Eyes glassy/teary, corners of mouth turned down, looking slightly down.
- Skeptical: (Asymmetrical). One eyebrow raised, mouth pulled to one side, looking sideways or judgingly at the camera.
- Mischievous: (Complex). A subtle smirk, brows lowered playfully, intense focused eyes. Planning a prank.
Below you can see the result of me uploading some images and their results.
What would be your usage of the „3×3 Prompt“?