67+ ‘Portrait’ Writing Prompts
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Storybook Inspired Self Portrait
Write about which character you identify with in your favorite storybook, and explain why.
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Mystery Behind the Portrait
Create a story around an old, intriguing portrait whose origins remain unknown.
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The Haunting Portrait
Write a story where an eerie old portrait in a dilapidated mansion comes to life at night, terrorizing its inhabitants.
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Self-Portrait
Write a detailed self-description, defining both your physical attributes and personal traits.
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The Portrait of Resilience
Write a character portrait of yourself in a time of pain that accentuates your strength and resilience.
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The Lost Portrait
Imagine a painter in the Tudor era who is commissioned to create a portrait that eventually goes missing. Document the journey of this portrait.
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Remembering Their Sparkle
Describe a moment where your loved one truly shone during the holiday season.
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Fragile Silk Threads
Craft a narrative involving the discovery of silk during the Han Dynasty and its impact on society.
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Emotive Portraiture
Write about the emotions you can read on the face of a person in a portrait photograph.
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The Final Portrait
A renowned artist known for his life-like paintings is found dead in his studio, with the last masterpiece revealing a horrific scene.
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The Vanishing Portrait
Compose a tale centered around a portrait that mysteriously disappears from a museum.
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Easter Table Traditions
Reflect on your family’s sit-down meal during Easter gatherings and the conversations and traditions that took place.
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Unveiling the Portrait
Describe a story about a character who discovers a forgotten portrait in an attic that reveals an unsettling truth about their family.
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The Vanishing Exhibit
Imagine a mysterious disappearance of a prized exhibit in a renowned museum, describe the ensuing investigations.
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The Creepy Portrait
Narrate a spooky story about an old portrait you found in your attic which seems to move when you aren’t looking.
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Portrait of an Alter-Ego
Create a character who is your shadow self and write about his/her adventures.
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Da Vinci: The Bug Collector
In this parallel universe, Da Vinci is not a renowned artist and inventor but the world’s most passionate entomologist ( someone who studies bugs).
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The Crimson Portrait
Describe an old crimson-colored portrait that seems to change behavior and appearance by night.
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The Phantom Portrait
Describe a spectral image that lingers in the subject of an ominously lifelike portrait.
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Possession in the Family Portrait
Imagine a sinister spirit imprinted on a cherished family keepsake causing strange occurrences in your house.
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Frozen Fronds
Describe a walk through a frozen forest, paying special attention to the details of the icy flora.
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Self-Portrait in Values
Create a list of your top 5 personal values and write a self-portrait that incorporates all of them.
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The Twisted Portrait
Write a story about an artist who paints grotesque interpretations of the people they paint, not knowing why or how.
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An Enchanted Painting
Imagine you can step into a famous historical painting. Describe what you see, hear, and feel.
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Unsettling Portrait’s Secret
Write about a portrait with eyes that seem to follow you around the room.
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Reconstructing the Portrait
Put together a piece of creative writing that paints a portrait of yourself before and after experiencing heartbreak.
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A Brush with Eternity
Compose a captivating portrait of an ancient, enduring landscape, such as a mountain range or a legend tied to a specific landform.
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Autumn Nostalgia
Describe the sounds, smells, sights, and feelings that come with an October evening.
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Reflective Self-Portrait
Create a self-portrait that expresses who you are as an individual, then explain your artistic choices.
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Gallery Walk
Imagine walking through a gallery filled with portraits of people. Choose one portrait and tell the person’s story.
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Portrait In The Frame
Narrate a story as though you are a portrait in the frame observing your relationship.
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Unpacking Shadows
Create a written portrait of a ‘ghost’ left behind by the grief and describe their presence in your day-to-day life.
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Captured in Canvas
A portrait in the haunted house, once a beloved family member, is believed to roam the hallways after dark.
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Positive Self Portrait
Describe yourself through a positive lens, emphasizing your strengths, interests, and pleasant memories.
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Portrait of Influences
Write about five influential people in your life and how they have shaped your belief system or character traits.
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Self-Portrait
Create a written self-portrait of yourself, showcasing your qualities, traits, or quirks that you appreciate.
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Self Portrait
Create a written portrait of yourself, describing your physical traits, personality, and strengths.
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People Portrait
Write about a person who provided strong support during your healing journey, focusing on their influence on your recovery.
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Patching Heart Scars
Write about a time when you felt deep pain, where you are now, and how you have healed.
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Cracked Family Portrait
Imagine that a treasured family portrait falls off the wall, revealing a hidden compartment behind it.
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The Haunted Portrait
Write about an ancestral portrait that hangs in your home, its eyes seem to follow you and strange things starts happening after you discover it.
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Mentor Moments
Write about an influential teacher or mentor who has changed your journey in unexpected ways.
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Metaphorical Self-Portrait
Create a figurative self-portrait using only metaphors. Include elements that represent your character, interests, dreams or challenges in life.
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Slant Rhyme Self-Portrait
Create a poem about yourself using slant rhymes to illustrate your character, quirks, and personal journey.
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Mars Habitat
Sketch a vibrant portrait of a colonized Mars and the adventures of its first settlers.
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Portrait of a Neighborhood
Write about the neighborhood you grew up in, its unique specifics, and how it shaped your worldview.
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A Portrait of Solitude
Craft a poem centering on solitude, capturing it not as a state of loneliness, but as a peaceful, self-reflective harmonious moment.
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Understanding The Difficult
Write about a difficult family member and try to delve into the causes of their actions.
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Juxtaposition of Two Homes
Illustrate the stark differences and surprising similarities between your old home with your family and your new home away from them.
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Portrait Of Affection
Describe a family member from an angle of love and appreciation, focusing on their traits that you deeply respect and are grateful for.
