When generating cartoon images, first decide on the desired style. Specify if you want classic hand-drawn, modern 3D CGI, anime, pixel art, etc. Reference popular shows or movies that exemplify the style.
Classic Hand-Drawn Cartoons
Bugs Bunny from Looney Tunes as a 3D CGI character
Mickey Mouse in an anime art style
Charlie Brown and Snoopy pixel artModern 3D CGI Cartoons
Homer Simpson from The Simpsons as a 2D hand-drawn character
A 3D rendered scene of the Simpsons family in The Simpsons Movie art style
Peter Griffin from Family Guy as a cartoon character with traditional ink and paint aesthetics Describing Characters
Provide lots of descriptive details for each character. Mention distinctive physical traits, clothing, accessories, emotions, poses, etc. Specify species for non-human characters.
Physical Descriptions
an elderly dwarf with a long white beard wearing spectacles and a red hat
a female chipmunk with big anime eyes and a pink bow holding an acorn
a cheerful unicorn foal prancing in a meadowAccessories and Attire
Mickey Mouse wearing red shorts with white gloves and yellow shoes
Pikachu wearing Ash's original hat from the Pokémon anime
Snoopy wearing a black mask and holding a magnifying glass like a detectiveSetting The Scene
Establish the setting and context for your cartoon images. Describe backgrounds, props, weather conditions, etc. Specify if you want an establishing shot or close-up framing.
Backgrounds
Scooby and Shaggy scared and running through a haunted castle
SpongeBob and Patrick blowing bubbles under the sea
Charlie Brown playing baseball on an open field Framing
a close-up portrait of Homer Simpson looking confused
a full body shot of Mickey walking along a road with Pluto
an establishing shot of the Simpsons' house and neighborhood