I’ve generated and sold thousands of printable wall art files, and in this guide I’ll hand you the exact FLUX prompt structure I use to create believable, painterly watercolor landscapes that hold up in print and convert on Etsy.
Read this first (so you don’t waste time)
I’m going to hand you a repeatable system for designing “watercolor” landscape prompts in FLUX and turning them into high-converting Etsy digital downloads.
You’ll get:
- A modular prompt formula that consistently yields a watercolor look (not plasticky digital art).
- 77+ copy-paste prompts for the most in-demand landscapes.
- Exact model settings, image sizes, and a 300-DPI table for the common print formats buyers expect.
- A packaging and SEO checklist (titles, tags, descriptions that rank).
- An efficient production pipeline you can run in batches.
We’ll keep this practical and seller-focused. Where you see a bracket like [replace me], you can paste your subject or palette, hit generate, and move on.
Quick orientation: what FLUX is good at for “watercolor” prints
FLUX is a text-to-image model family that’s strong at painterly textures, atmosphere, and soft edges—perfect for “watercolor” landscapes when you steer it with the right vocabulary (wet-on-wet, variegated wash, granulation, dry-brush, cold-press paper).
Two versions matter for Etsy workflows:
- FLUX.1 [schnell] — fast, widely usable, and great for iterating many compositions.
- FLUX.1 [dev] — higher fidelity and prompt adherence; use when you need extra nuance.
Read their official pages if you’re new to the model family or want the most current details:
- FLUX.1 [schnell] model card
- BFL: Prompting fundamentals for text-to-image
- Etsy Seller Handbook
- Watercolor terms: techniques & paper
The one prompt formula that keeps your art “watercolor” (not vector-ish)
Use this structure. Keep each block short and concrete.
[subject & focal point], [setting & composition], watercolor painting on [paper type], [light & atmosphere], [palette], [techniques & edges], [mood adjectives], subtle paper texture, tasteful white margins, minimalist, print-ready
Example (paste as-is):
misty alpine lake at dawn, snow-tipped peaks reflected in still water, watercolor painting on cold-press paper, low morning haze and soft backlight, muted ultramarine + cobalt blue + payne’s gray + raw sienna, wet-on-wet sky with variegated wash, granulating mountain shadows, dry-brush reeds, serene and poetic, subtle paper texture, minimalist, print-ready
Vocabulary that nudges FLUX into believable pigment behavior
- Techniques: wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, variegated wash, glazing, granulation, dry-brush, lifting, splatter.
- Paper & surface: cold-press (toothy), hot-press (smooth), 300 gsm, deckled edges (implied; don’t overdo).
- Edges: soft lost-and-found, diffused horizon, crisp foreground accents.
- Light & air: fog bands, backlight, rim-light, after-rain glow, overcast “softbox.”
- Palettes: cerulean + raw sienna (skies), sap green + burnt umber (trees), alizarin crimson sunset accents.
Recommended FLUX settings for watercolor landscapes
- Sampler steps: 20–35 is the sweet spot. More steps often over-sharpen edges (less watercolor vibe).
- Guidance scale (CFG): 3–5 for painterly softness and blendy washes. Push higher only if your subject keeps drifting.
- Aspect ratio: generate in the final print ratio where possible (2:3, 3:4, 4:5, 1:1, A-Series for EU).
- Seed discipline: save the seed of every keeper so you can produce matching sets and variants later.
- Negative prompts: usually optional; prioritize precise positive descriptors first.
300-DPI cheat sheet: instant export sizes buyers expect
Delivering the right sizes is half the battle. Use this table to render or upscale to exact pixel dimensions. All values are width × height at 300 DPI. Round to the nearest 3–6 px if your tool requires integers.
Print size (in) | Ratio | Pixels @ 300 DPI | Notes |
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5 × 7 | 5:7 | 1500 × 2100 | Entry-level small frame |
8 × 10 | 4:5 | 2400 × 3000 | Top seller for gifts |
11 × 14 | 11:14 | 3300 × 4200 | Popular wall size |
12 × 16 | 3:4 | 3600 × 4800 | EU buyers love 3:4 kits |
16 × 20 | 4:5 | 4800 × 6000 | Great for statement pieces |
18 × 24 | 3:4 | 5400 × 7200 | Large, still common frames |
24 × 36 | 2:3 | 7200 × 10800 | Oversize poster |
8.5 × 11 | ~3:4 | 2550 × 3300 | US Letter |
ISO Size | Exact inches | Pixels @ 300 DPI | Notes |
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A4 | 8.27 × 11.69 | 2481 × 3507 | Home printers in EU/UK |
A3 | 11.69 × 16.54 | 3507 × 4962 | Studio-grade prints |
A2 | 16.54 × 23.39 | 4962 × 7017 | Large wall art |
A1 | 23.39 × 33.11 | 7017 × 9933 | Gallery size |
The production pipeline (fast and repeatable)
- Generate at or near the final ratio (e.g., 1536×2048 for 3:4, 2048×3072 for 2:3, 2048×2560 for 4:5).
- Curate ruthlessly: soft edges, believable washes, and paper texture. Reject anything with plastic sheen or “airbrush” halos.
- Upscale 2×–4× with a quality upscaler (e.g., Real-ESRGAN or a good built-in tool). Don’t oversharpen; watercolor needs gentleness.
- Paper texture pass (optional): overlay a subtle cold-press texture at 5–12% opacity on Soft Light/Overlay. Mask it off in big white areas to avoid banding.
- Export sRGB JPEGs at 300 DPI for each size in your bundle. Save a lossless master (PNG/TIFF) for re-exports.
- Bundle in a ZIP: US set (5×7, 8×10, 11×14, 16×20) + ISO set (A4, A3). Add a simple PDF “print guide.”
- Mockups: place the art in 3–5 clean interiors (frame on wall, desk, nursery). Avoid gaudy decor that fights your art.
- List on Etsy with keyword-rich titles and all 13 tags (more on that below).
FLUX model choice: when to use “schnell” vs “dev”
Use case | Pick | Why | Notes |
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Idea exploration, many variants | schnell | Fast iteration, plenty “watercolor” with right prompt | Good default for sets & A/B |
Hero piece, premium detail | dev | Sharper prompt adherence, finer textures | Generate fewer but better keepers |
Batch production for bundles | schnell → dev (selective) | Explore with schnell, finalize 10–20% in dev | Saves compute and time |
Tip: Save seeds from your best schnell generations and re-run them in dev with the same prompt for premium editions or upsells.
77 ready-to-use FLUX prompts (copy, paste, publish)
Each prompt follows the formula above and aims at believable watercolor behavior and sellable subjects. Swap palettes or techniques to taste.
snowy alpine lake at dawn, peaks mirrored in still water, watercolor on cold-press paper, pale cerulean sky with variegated wash, wet-on-wet mist, ultramarine + payne’s gray shadows, dry-brush grasses in foreground, tranquil, subtle paper texture
lavender fields at sunset with distant farmhouse and cypress, watercolor on cold-press paper, warm alizarin + quinacridone gold glow, soft diffusion at horizon, controlled wet-on-dry rows, romantic calm
rocky coastline and crashing surf, tide pools and gulls, watercolor on cold-press paper, cobalt teal + indigo sea, splatter foam, granulating rock shadows, windswept mood
mist forest of pines, gentle river S-curve, watercolor on cold-press, payne’s gray + sap green palette, layered wet-on-wet fog bands, lost-and-found edges, quiet morning
desert mesa at golden hour, red rock canyon, watercolor on hot-press for crisp edges, burnt sienna + ultramarine neutrals, warm rim-light, dry-brush scrub texture, cinematic
Nordic fjord with calm inlet and steep cliffs, watercolor on cold-press, cool cobalt + neutral tint, atmospheric perspective, variegated sky wash, reflective water
rice terraces at sunrise, mist rolling over hills, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + raw sienna, delicate wet-on-dry terraces, peaceful
Tuscan hills and cypress road, watercolor on cold-press, golden ochre fields, ultramarine shadows, soft sky wash, paper grain visible
torii gate over lake with mountains, watercolor on cold-press, muted crimson accent, pale mist, granulation in distant peaks, tranquil
rainy city park at dusk, wet pavement reflections, watercolor on hot-press, blue-gray palette, wet-on-wet rain haze, crisp trunks wet-on-dry
aurora over snowy pines, watercolor on cold-press, phthalo green + indigo ribbons, soft diffusion, starlight splatter, silent night
Scottish loch with heather hills, watercolor on cold-press, moody ultramarine + quinacridone violet, low clouds, rippled reflections
sunflower valley with rolling hills, watercolor on hot-press, cadmium yellow + sap green, crisp petal accents, airy sky wash
Provence poppies and distant village, watercolor on cold-press, alizarin + sap green, variegated sky, soft horizon bleed, joyful
black sand beach and basalt stacks, watercolor on cold-press, neutral tint + indigo, dramatic surf splatter, misty distance
Amalfi coast vista, watercolor on hot-press, cobalt teal + Naples yellow, sunlit villas, crisp edges in foreground, hazy cliff layers
birch grove in spring rain, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + payne’s gray, soft raindrop blooms, wet bark textures
autumn maple creek, watercolor on cold-press, burnt sienna + quinacridone gold + alizarin, leaf splatter, cool water reflections
glacial lagoon with blue icebergs, watercolor on cold-press, manganese blue + indigo, chilly light, subtle granulation, stillness
Norwegian archipelago, watercolor on cold-press, slate blue + raw umber, atmospheric haze, dotted islets, gentle sea
Patagonian steppe and distant peaks, watercolor on hot-press, raw sienna + ultramarine, dry-brush grass, big sky
tea plantation hills in fog, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + neutral tint, layered terraces, drifting mist
Monument Valley silhouettes, watercolor on hot-press, burnt sienna + purple shadows, blazing sunset wash, high contrast
Irish cliffs and wild sea, watercolor on cold-press, emerald + indigo, white foam splatter, moody overcast
Yosemite valley haze, watercolor on cold-press, cobalt blue + neutral tint, atmospheric layers, soft valley light
Zion canyon narrows, watercolor on hot-press, sienna walls + cool shadows, crisp wet-on-dry edges, reflective stream
Dolomites ridge at dawn, watercolor on cold-press, ultramarine + raw umber neutrals, misty passes, luminous sky wash
Icelandic waterfall and mossy cliffs, watercolor on cold-press, phthalo green + indigo, spray splatter, soft mist veil
English lake district fells, watercolor on cold-press, olive green + payne’s gray, layered rain clouds, glimmering lake
Swiss alpine meadow wildflowers, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + cadmium yellow + quinacridone pink, airy sky
Arctic ice field under pink twilight, watercolor on cold-press, cobalt + magenta, soft horizon glow, crystalline granulation
New England lighthouse at storm’s edge, watercolor on hot-press, indigo sea, white spray splatter, crimson roof accent
mangrove lagoon at golden hour, watercolor on cold-press, teal + olive, glassy reflections, warm rim-light
rice paddies with distant volcano, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + raw sienna, layered fog, quiet sunrise
moody moorland with winding path, watercolor on cold-press, olive + neutral tint, low clouds, sparse heather texture
chalk downs and rolling hills, watercolor on cold-press, sage + sky blue, breezy clouds, distant sheep dots
aurora over fjord village, watercolor on cold-press, phthalo green lights, soft star splatter, icy stillness
tropical cove and palm silhouettes, watercolor on hot-press, turquoise + Naples yellow, sunset wash, calm water
foggy redwood trail, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + neutral tint, towering trunks, soft fog layers
heather moor in violet dusk, watercolor on cold-press, quinacridone violet + payne’s gray, low sun beam
glow over rice terraces after rain, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + warm gold, soft cloud reflections
snowfall over quiet village, watercolor on cold-press, indigo + neutral tint, soft flake splatter, warm windows
Tuscan vineyard at harvest, watercolor on hot-press, olive + burgundy accents, crisp grape rows, golden haze
lake with reed beds at sunrise, watercolor on cold-press, raw sienna + ultramarine, mirror calm, dry-brush reeds
Norway spruce forest in blue hour, watercolor on cold-press, ultramarine + indigo, soft snow glow
Provence lavender coast, watercolor on cold-press, lavender + cobalt teal, sea breeze, horizon haze
Swiss valley with river bend, watercolor on cold-press, cobalt + sap green, atmospheric depth, sun patches
coastal cliffs at sunrise, watercolor on cold-press, warm pink + teal sea, soft surf splatter, gulls
pine lake with morning fog, watercolor on cold-press, neutral tint + sap green, vanishing edges, glass water
red rock arch at sunset, watercolor on hot-press, sienna + purple shadows, crisp silhouette, glowing sky
fjell plateau with tarns, watercolor on cold-press, slate blue + moss green, big sky wash, distant peaks
river delta from above, watercolor on hot-press, teal channels in ochre sands, soft diffusion, aerial calm
Japanese maple by pond, watercolor on cold-press, alizarin + sap green, soft reflections, pebble texture
misty bamboo grove, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + neutral tint, layered stalks, breathy atmosphere
cornfield under storm light, watercolor on cold-press, olive + payne’s gray clouds, silver rain shaft
canyon river S-curve, watercolor on hot-press, sienna walls + cool water, crisp banks, hazy distance
Nordic village with rorbuer huts, watercolor on cold-press, crimson accents, blue-gray sea, low cloud deck
oat meadow with wildflowers, watercolor on cold-press, raw sienna + pink accents, breezy strokes, clear sky
patina harbor at dawn, watercolor on cold-press, teal + rust neutrals, soft mist, gentle reflections
glade with brook and moss stones, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + cobalt, dappled light, soft water edges
aurora over frozen lake, watercolor on cold-press, green ribbons, soft starlight splatter, hushed night
Provence village rooftops, watercolor on hot-press, terracotta + ultramarine shadows, crisp eaves, airy horizon
white cliffs and pebbled shore, watercolor on cold-press, indigo sea, wet stones shine, gulls in distance
apple orchard in bloom, watercolor on cold-press, pink blossom splatter, soft spring sky, gentle breeze
monochrome mist valley, watercolor on cold-press, payne’s gray only, graded washes, deep atmosphere
evening marsh with reeds, watercolor on cold-press, olive + indigo, mirror water, dragonfly dots
vineyard terrace above sea, watercolor on cold-press, olive + teal, sun sparks on water, hazy headlands
desert dunes at blue hour, watercolor on hot-press, ultramarine + sienna complements, smooth gradients
mountain pass road, watercolor on cold-press, neutral tint + sap green, fog bands, headlights glow
citrus grove hillside, watercolor on cold-press, cadmium yellow + sap green, dappled shadows, sunlit zest
lake with autumn birches, watercolor on cold-press, gold + crimson leaves, soft ripples, cool sky
coastal dune grasses, watercolor on cold-press, raw sienna + teal sea, dry-brush grass texture, airy clouds
misty hemlock forest, watercolor on cold-press, olive + neutral tint, soft fog stairs, quiet trail
lagoon sandbar and clear shallows, watercolor on hot-press, turquoise + beige, soft edge transitions, serene
dolomite meadow at noon, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + cobalt, puffy clouds, soft ridge line
savanna acacia at sunset, watercolor on hot-press, orange glow + payne’s gray silhouettes, long shadows
bayou cypress knees, watercolor on cold-press, olive + indigo water, fog drift, heron accent
chalk cliffs and grassy headland, watercolor on cold-press, sage + teal, hazy horizon, soft surf
snowy canal with footbridge, watercolor on cold-press, payne’s gray + warm window lights, gentle snow
forest lake mirror with lily pads, watercolor on cold-press, sap green + cobalt, still reflections, soft light
highland valley with stream, watercolor on cold-press, olive + neutral tint, wind-torn clouds, rugged calm
granite coast tide pools, watercolor on cold-press, teal + slate, crisp wet-on-dry rocks, soft sky
storm clearing over prairie, watercolor on cold-press, olive + payne’s gray clouds, long sunbeams
That’s more than enough to build starter bundles, coordinated sets, and seasonal refreshes. Keep a spreadsheet of seeds, palettes, and which prompts produced your best-sellers.
Quality control: the “gallery test” checklist
- Edges: sky and distant hills should be soft and fused; foreground detail can be a little crisper.
- Texture: a hint of cold-press tooth is good; avoid loud paper patterns that look like overlays.
- Bloom logic: blooms belong in wet areas (skies, water), not in tree trunks or buildings.
- Color: pick a restrained palette and repeat it across a set for cohesion.
- Upscale sanity: if it looks “crunchy,” you oversharpened. Watercolor should feel soft.
Packaging: the “perfect Etsy bundle” blueprint
Buyers expect multiple sizes, clear instructions, and instant download.
- Files: 6–8 JPEGs at 300 DPI covering 4:5, 3:4, 2:3, 5:7, 11:14, plus A4/A3.
- Naming:
ArtworkName_16x20in_300DPI.jpg
,ArtworkName_A3_300DPI.jpg
(buyers appreciate clarity). - Guide: 1-page PDF: how to print at home, at a local shop, or via an online lab; paper suggestions (matte, watercolor-look, heavyweight).
- License notice: personal use only, no reselling, no redistribution, no commercial use (unless you sell a separate commercial license).
- ZIP: One ZIP per artwork to reduce buyer confusion.
Etsy listing that ranks: title, tags, description
Titles (50–120 chars; front-load the primary keyword)
Formula: [Primary subject] Watercolor Print, [Setting/Style], [Size Set], Instant Download
Examples:
- “Misty Lake Watercolor Print, Alpine Landscape Wall Art, 2:3 3:4 4:5 A3 A4, Instant Download”
- “Lavender Field Watercolor Landscape, Tuscan Farmhouse, 300-DPI Printable, Digital Download”
- “Coastal Cliffs Watercolor, Minimalist Seascape, Gallery Wall Set, Printable Art”
Tags (use all 13; vary phrasing)
Pick 13 from this pool and rotate based on the piece:
watercolor landscape, printable wall art, instant download, coastal painting, lake art print, mountain watercolor, scandinavian decor, minimalist wall art, nursery art printable, gallery wall set, nature art download, landscape printable, watercolor seascape
Description (skimmable, benefit-first)
Use short paragraphs and bullets. Hit these beats:
- Hook: who it’s for (calm living rooms, airy nurseries, spa bathrooms).
- What you get: list all sizes and DPI; sRGB color; instant download.
- How to print: home, local shop, online lab; recommended paper weights/finishes.
- Framing tips: white mat; natural wood or black frame; how to pick a ratio.
- License reminder: personal use only.
- Support: you reply within 24 hours and can export a custom size on request.
Mockups that sell the vibe (without stealing attention)
- Keep the wall neutral (white, light gray, pale lime-wash) so color grading doesn’t compete with your art.
- Use real-world scale: 16×20 above a console; 24×36 as a solo statement; 11×14 in a hallway grid.
- One “zoomed” slide to show texture and edges so buyers can see the watercolor look.
- Consistency: same frame and wall across a collection builds brand identity.
Collection strategy: how to make sets that increase AOV
- Color-linked triptychs: three views of the same coast or valley with one consistent palette.
- Theme bundles: “Foggy Pines,” “Provence Summer,” “Nordic Sea,” each with 6–8 prints.
- Seasonality: autumn creeks for Sep–Nov; snowy villages for Nov–Jan; lavender/Tuscan for spring–summer.
- Price tiers: single $6–$12; bundle of 3 for $14–$24; mega pack (10+) for $29–$49.
Simple A/B testing to pick winners
- Run two thumbnails: one tighter crop with stronger contrast, one pulled back with airy margin.
- Test title keywords: “watercolor landscape” vs “watercolor wall art” at the front of the title.
- Swap first photo backgrounds: light wall vs warm neutral wall to match your palette.
- Retire low-performers and replace with new prompts every 2–3 weeks.
Customer service scripts that turn buyers into repeat buyers
Custom size request: “Happy to help! What frame size do you have? I’ll export that ratio in 300-DPI and add it to your download within a few hours.”
Print help: “Try matte or watercolor paper between 200–300 gsm for the best texture. If printing at home, select ‘Actual size’ and keep ‘Fit to page’ OFF to avoid scaling.”
Color mismatch: “Most labs use sRGB. If your lab requests CMYK, I can supply a CMYK-friendly file. Send the exact size and I’ll re-export.”
Legal & ethical notes (in plain English)
- Read the current model and platform terms before selling. Start with the official model card for schnell and your chosen tool’s license/TOS.
- Avoid artist names and brand names in prompts and listings.
- Be original: your prompt, seed, curation, and finishing should create distinct results.
- Respect Etsy rules: be transparent in your description that this is a digital download (no physical item), and outline personal-use licensing.
Troubleshooting: fixing the 7 most common failures
- Edges are too sharp, looks digital: reduce steps or CFG; add “wet-on-wet,” “variegated wash,” “lost-and-found edges.”
- Paper texture too strong: tone it down to 5–8% opacity; mask it out in bright skies.
- Weird halos in high contrast: re-render with softer backlight wording; reduce sharpening post-upscale.
- Colors look neon: constrain the palette in the prompt; use complementary pairs and fewer pigments.
- Perspective feels off: add a composition cue: “rule-of-thirds horizon,” “leading path,” “foreground rocks for depth.”
- Clouds look plastic: “wet-on-wet sky, variegated wash, soft diffusion” usually fixes it.
- Reflections don’t mirror: explicitly prompt “mirror-calm reflections with soft ripples.”
Your listing photo sequence (slide-by-slide)
- Slide 1: strongest mockup thumbnail, crisp frame, centered art, readable at 200 px.
- Slide 2: straight-on close crop to show watercolor edges and paper texture.
- Slide 3: bundle card with all included ratios/sizes.
- Slide 4: lifestyle mockup in a neutral room.
- Slide 5: “How to print” mini-guide visual.
- Slide 6+: coordinated pieces (upsell the set).
Descriptions you can paste (swap the brackets)
Short version (under 1 minute):
[Misty Lake Watercolor Print] – calming alpine landscape for living rooms, bedrooms, or a gallery wall. You get high-resolution JPGs at 300-DPI in popular ratios: 4×5, 3×4, 2×3, 5×7, 11×14 + A4/A3. Print at home, at a local shop, or via an online lab. sRGB color for consistent results. This is a digital download – no physical item will be shipped. Personal use license. Need another size? Message me and I’ll add it to your download.
Long version (SEO-rich):
Bring a calm, painterly feel to your space with this [watercolor landscape] created from an original prompt and curated for print. Each file is 300-DPI and sized for common frames: 8×10, 11×14, 12×16, 16×20, 18×24, 24×36, plus A4 and A3. Print on matte or watercolor-look paper for the best texture. sRGB profile. This is an instant digital download (no physical item). Included: a quick print guide and tips for framing with a mat. License: for personal use; not for resale or redistribution. Questions or a custom size? I respond quickly and can export to your exact dimensions.
Batch workflow: 10 prints in one afternoon
- Pick one theme (e.g., “Nordic Coasts”) and 5–7 palettes that fit the mood.
- Generate 40–60 candidates using schnell (CFG 3.5–4.5, 20–30 steps).
- Curate 10 keepers; record their seeds.
- Re-run the top 3 in dev for premium detail (optional).
- Upscale, gentle texture pass, export all required sizes.
- Create a consistent mockup pack and write one master description you can reuse.
FAQ (you’ll paste these answers again and again)
Q: Will these print sharp at 24×36? A: Yes—export at 7200×10800 px (300 DPI) or upscale a large master. Avoid heavy sharpening; watercolor should stay soft.
Q: Can I get a different size? A: Absolutely. Tell me the exact frame size, and I’ll export that ratio and add it to your download.
Q: Can I use this commercially? A: The default license is personal use only. If you need a commercial license for physical products, message me for a quote and terms.
Q: How do I print at home? A: Use high-quality matte paper, set the printer to “Best,” select “Actual size,” and let the printer manage color in sRGB.
Mini-templates you can reuse fast
Prompt scaffold (swap the brackets)
[subject], [place/terrain], watercolor on [cold-press/hot-press] paper, [time of day/light], [2–4 pigments], [technique words], [mood], soft paper texture, minimal, print-ready
Title scaffold
[Primary subject] Watercolor Print, [Setting/Style], [Ratios/ISO Sizes], Instant Download
Tag scaffold (paste any 13)
watercolor landscape, printable wall art, instant download, mountain watercolor, coastal painting, lake art print, nature wall decor, scandinavian decor, minimalist art, gallery wall set, nursery print, watercolor seascape, digital wall art
What to avoid (these kill sales)
- Over-processed edges: looks like vector or oil, not watercolor.
- Oversaturated neon skies: pretty on screen, harsh on paper.
- Too many files: 6–8 sizes is perfect; 20 files overwhelm buyers.
- Messy thumbnails: if the art isn’t readable at 200 px, redo the mockup.
- Keyword stuffing: clear titles beat comma cemeteries.
Your 10-minute launch checklist
- ✔ Generate with the prompt formula and pick your three strongest compositions.
- ✔ Export at 300-DPI for 4–5 common sizes (add A4/A3).
- ✔ Create 4–6 clean mockups (one close texture crop).
- ✔ Write the SEO title + 13 tags + the short description.
- ✔ Bundle ZIP + print guide PDF and upload to Etsy.
- ✔ Pin two images to Pinterest; share one mockup on Instagram Stories with a swipe link.
Helpful sources
- FLUX.1 [schnell] model card (official)
- Black Forest Labs: Prompting fundamentals
- Etsy Seller Handbook
- Watercolor technique vocabulary
You’re ready
You now have the prompt formula, the DPI math, the production pipeline, and the Etsy listing scripts to turn FLUX landscapes into clean, print-ready digital downloads.
Stick to one theme at a time, keep your palettes consistent, and release coordinated sets every few weeks.
That’s how you build momentum, reviews, and steady sales—without guesswork.