Captured in the style of a 1980s Kodachrome film, this photograph portrays an American flamingo standing elegantly in the shallow waters of an African lake, surrounded by the lush, verdant rainforest. The vintage qualities of the image are enhanced by the vibrant, natural colors and grainy texture, typical of photographs featured in National Geographic during that era. The rain gently falls around the flamingo, creating glossy reflections on the water that accentuate the flamingo’s glossy, orange plumage, long neck, and contrasting white beak. This photorealistic image not only captures the flamingo in its natural habitat but also evokes a sense of stillness as it gazes directly at the viewer, framed by a subtle silhouette of trees. Employing such style references in AI art not only enhances the authenticity of the scene but also magnifies the inherent beauty of the subject, illustrating the benefits of using style references in AI art to replicate and innovate on traditional photography techniques.