Photo editing ยท 71 free prompts
These prompts are split into two types. Fixes change your photo while leaving the scene alone: a new background, a colour grade, a restored print. Makeovers keep your face and put you in a new outfit and location.
If you are not sure where to start, try the background prompt. It is the one you can reuse the most, since you only swap the place in the brackets.
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Replace only the background with [a quiet Colorado mountain road at golden hour]. Do not change the person's pose, clothing or framing. Match the light direction, colour and shadows on the person to the new background so the photo looks taken on location.
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Restore this old damaged photograph. Remove scratches, creases, stains and fading. Gently sharpen details and recover natural contrast. Add realistic, period-appropriate colour to skin, clothes and background. Do not modernise the clothing, hairstyle or setting.
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Create a professional corporate headshot from the chest up, with a friendly natural smile. Dress the person in a well-fitted navy blazer with a plain white shirt. Plain soft grey background, even studio light, sharp focus on the eyes, 85mm lens.
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Convert this into a passport-style photo. Keep the head straight and centred with shoulders visible. Replace the background with plain white. Use even front lighting with no shadows. Add a plain dark collared shirt if the clothing is too casual. Do not smooth the skin or change any facial feature.
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Apply a cinematic teal and orange colour grade. Keep warm, natural skin tones, push shadows gently to teal and highlights to amber, deepen the contrast and add a soft vignette with fine film grain. Do not change the composition, background objects or clothing.
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Make this photo look like a 1990s print from a film camera. Add warm faded colours, slightly lifted blacks, soft halation around bright lights, visible film grain and a mild direct-flash look. Do not change the composition, pose or background.
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Convert this photo to high-contrast fine-art black and white. Keep rich blacks, clean whites, and detailed mid-tones in hair, skin and fabric. Add light fine grain and a subtle dark vignette. Do not change anything else.
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Fix this dark, noisy photo. Brighten the subject naturally, reduce noise, correct the white balance and recover detail in the face and clothes. Keep the original mood and light sources. It should look like a clean photo from a better camera.
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Remove all other people, vehicles and distracting objects behind the main person. Fill the cleared areas so they match the surrounding walls, ground and sky. Do not change the main person, the light or the overall colour.
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Replace the dull sky with a warm golden-hour sky with soft clouds. Adjust the light on the person and the scene so it matches the new sky naturally. Do not change the person, the clothes or the pose.
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Relight this photo as if it was taken an hour before sunset. Add warm directional sunlight from the side, soft long shadows and a gentle glow in the hair. Keep the location, clothes and pose exactly the same.
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Change the background to a plain deep charcoal studio backdrop and relight the person with a large soft key light and a subtle rim light. Keep the pose and clothing the same. Crisp detail and natural skin.
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Change only the clothing to a well-tailored black suit with a white shirt and no tie. Keep the pose, background, lighting and framing the same, and make the fabric folds and shadows look natural.
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Show the man sitting by a large Manhattan cafe window on a rainy evening, looking outside calmly and holding a coffee cup. He wears a black crew-neck sweater. Raindrops on the glass, amber city lights out of focus, soft window light on one side of his face, 50mm lens.
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Show the man sitting on a parked matte black cruiser motorcycle beside an empty Nevada desert highway at sunset. He wears a brown leather jacket, white t-shirt, dark jeans and boots. Long shadows and warm dust in the air, full-body framing, 35mm lens.
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Show the man walking down a Mayfair street in London wearing a tailored navy three-piece suit, confident expression. Elegant white buildings and black railings out of focus behind him in soft morning light. Editorial fashion photography, 85mm lens.
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Show the man resting on a bench in a dark modern gym after a workout, holding a towel. He wears a grey athletic t-shirt. Keep his real build. Moody side light, weights out of focus behind him, 50mm lens, sports campaign look.
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Show the man standing beside a wooden fence on a Montana ranch at golden hour. He wears a cowboy hat, a canvas jacket and jeans, with a calm expression. Mountains and tall grass soft behind him, warm side light, 85mm lens.
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Show the man leaning on a pastel pink wall in Los Angeles. He wears an oversized cream hoodie, cargo trousers and white sneakers. Tall palm trees above and strong afternoon sun with crisp shadows, 35mm lens, fashion street style.
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Show the man on a snowy SoHo street in New York wearing a long charcoal wool coat and a grey scarf, looking just past the camera. Cast-iron buildings soften behind him, with light snow in the air. 85mm lens, cool tones with warm skin.
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Show the man standing beside a decorated Christmas tree in a warm living room, smiling and holding a mug. He wears a green and cream Nordic sweater. Warm fairy lights out of focus behind him, 85mm lens.
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Show the man leaning against a red 1960s American muscle car on a quiet Los Angeles street at sunset, arms crossed, with a relaxed confident look. He wears a white t-shirt, a light denim jacket and dark jeans. Palm trees and a warm orange sky behind him, 50mm lens, cinematic colour.
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Show the man standing on a wet Manhattan street at night in a plain black hoodie with the hood down, hands in pockets, looking straight at the camera. Blurred neon signs and car lights reflect on the road behind him. Moody blue and magenta light, 35mm lens, shallow depth of field.
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Show the man walking on a rainy London street in the evening, holding a black umbrella. He wears a beige trench coat over a dark sweater. Wet cobblestones reflect warm shop lights, and a red bus is blurred in the background. 85mm lens, soft cinematic light.
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Show the man standing barefoot on a Malibu beach at golden hour, smiling, in a loose white linen shirt with the sleeves rolled up and light beige trousers. Gentle waves and warm sun behind him, a soft breeze in his hair and shirt, 50mm lens, warm natural colour.
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Show the man on an outdoor basketball court in Brooklyn, holding a basketball under one arm. He wears a navy sleeveless jersey, black shorts and white high-top sneakers. Chain-link fence and brick buildings behind him, late afternoon sun, 35mm lens, sports magazine style.
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Show the man in the driver's seat of a modern car at night, one hand on the steering wheel, looking out of the side window. He wears a black crew-neck t-shirt and a silver watch. Soft dashboard glow on his face and blurred city lights through the windows, 35mm lens, cinematic film look.
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Show the man on a sunny university campus in New England on graduation day, smiling and holding a rolled diploma. He wears a black graduation gown and cap with a blue tassel over a white shirt and tie. Red-brick buildings and green trees soften behind him, 85mm lens, bright natural light.
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Show the man standing on a mountain trail in the Scottish Highlands, looking out over the valley with a small backpack. He wears a dark green rain jacket, hiking trousers and boots. Misty green mountains and a lake below, soft overcast light, 35mm lens, outdoor magazine style.
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Create a fine-art black and white studio portrait of the man from the chest up, in a plain black t-shirt, with a calm and confident expression. Seamless dark grey backdrop, one large soft light from the side, deep shadows, fine film grain, 105mm lens.
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Show the man smiling at a cosy birthday party at home, holding a chocolate cake with lit candles. He wears a navy button-down shirt. Gold and white balloons and warm string lights out of focus behind him, 50mm lens, warm cheerful colour.
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Show the man on a Chicago rooftop at blue hour in a black leather jacket over a grey t-shirt, with dark sunglasses pushed up on his head. The city skyline lights up behind him. Cool evening tones with warm skin, 85mm lens, editorial fashion style.
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Show the woman striding across a Manhattan street in an oversized beige blazer, white top and wide-leg trousers, with sunglasses in one hand. Tall buildings and yellow taxis out of focus, warm low sun, 85mm lens, editorial street style.
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Show the woman on a brick-paved Beacon Hill street in Boston in autumn, smiling softly. She wears a rust wool coat and a cream scarf. Golden leaves and old brick houses soft behind her, gentle afternoon light, 85mm lens.
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Show the woman at a small outdoor cafe table in Notting Hill, London, reading a book with a cup of coffee and glancing up with a relaxed smile. She wears a beige knit top and gold hoops. Pastel houses out of focus, soft daylight, 35mm lens.
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Show the woman on a Santa Monica beach at sunset, wind in her hair, laughing. She wears a white linen dress. Golden light from behind, soft waves and the distant pier out of focus, 85mm lens, summer campaign look.
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Show the woman on a red carpet at a Hollywood premiere in an elegant long-sleeved emerald satin gown, with a confident smile. Soft camera flashes and a blurred crowd behind her. Glamorous lighting, 85mm lens, celebrity photography style.
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Show the woman standing in a Cotswolds wildflower meadow at golden hour, looking over her shoulder with a gentle smile. She wears a sage green cotton dress. Warm sunlight behind her creates a soft glow around her hair. 85mm lens, soft background.
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Show the woman by a window on Christmas morning, holding a mug and smiling. She wears a soft red knit sweater. Snow outside, warm tree lights out of focus, gentle daylight on her face, 85mm lens.
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Create a high-fashion magazine portrait of the woman in a structured black blazer against a warm sand-coloured studio wall. Confident gaze, clean styling, one large soft light from the front left, crisp detail, 105mm lens.
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Show the woman walking through a walled English garden in summer, holding a basket of flowers and smiling. She wears a pale blue floral dress. Climbing roses and old stone walls behind her, soft dappled light, 70mm lens.
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Show the woman on a New York rooftop at sunset, leaning on the railing and smiling over her shoulder. She wears a cream knit top and gold hoop earrings, with her hair moving in a light breeze. The Manhattan skyline glows orange behind her, 85mm lens, warm golden light.
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Show the woman walking on a rainy London street holding a clear umbrella. She wears a beige trench coat over a black turtleneck. Wet pavement reflects warm shop lights, and a red phone box is blurred behind her. 85mm lens, soft cinematic light.
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Show the woman standing under blooming cherry blossom trees in Washington DC in spring, gently touching a branch and smiling. She wears a white blouse and a light pink skirt. Pink petals in the air, soft morning light, 85mm lens, pastel colours.
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Show the woman in a cozy old bookstore in Boston, holding an open book and looking up with a soft smile. She wears a camel cardigan over a white top. Tall wooden shelves full of books and warm lamp light behind her, 50mm lens, warm tones.
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Show the woman on a sunny university campus on graduation day, smiling and holding a rolled diploma. She wears a black graduation gown and cap with a gold tassel. Red-brick buildings and green trees soften behind her, 85mm lens, bright natural light.
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Show the woman at a birthday party at home, smiling and holding a pink and white birthday cake with lit candles. She wears a sparkly rose-gold dress. Pink, white and gold balloons and warm string lights out of focus behind her, 50mm lens, cheerful colour.
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Create a fine-art black and white studio portrait of the woman from the shoulders up, in a plain black top, with a calm, confident expression. Seamless dark grey backdrop, one large soft light from the side, fine film grain, 105mm lens.
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Show the woman sitting in a mint green 1960s convertible on a California coastal road, wearing a silk headscarf, white sunglasses and a striped top, smiling at the camera. Blue ocean and palm trees behind her, bright sunny light, 50mm lens, vintage colour.
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Show the woman as a bride by a large window in an English country manor, holding a bouquet of white roses and smiling softly. She wears a long-sleeved ivory lace wedding gown and a light veil. Soft window light, 85mm lens, airy pastel tones.
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Show the man as a groom in a garden on his wedding day, adjusting his cufflink and smiling. He wears a navy three-piece suit, a white shirt, a light blue tie and a small white rose on his lapel. Green hedges and soft daylight behind him, 85mm lens, editorial wedding style.
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Create a professional headshot of the woman from the chest up in a bright modern office. She wears a navy blazer over a white top and gives a friendly, confident smile. The office is softly blurred behind her. Even, flattering light, 85mm lens, corporate photography style.
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Create a professional headshot of the man from the chest up in a bright modern office. He wears a charcoal blazer over a light blue shirt with no tie and gives a friendly, confident smile. The office is softly blurred behind him. Even, flattering light, 85mm lens, corporate photography style.
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Show the man standing in a bright open-plan startup office in San Francisco, arms crossed, with a relaxed confident smile. He wears a navy crew-neck sweater over a white t-shirt. Large windows, plants and colleagues softly blurred behind him, 50mm lens, natural daylight.
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Show the woman speaking on a modern conference stage, holding a small microphone and smiling at the audience. She wears a black tailored suit. A large blurred screen and soft blue stage lights behind her, 85mm lens, event photography style.
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Show the woman on a Fifth Avenue sidewalk in New York at Christmas time, smiling, in a red wool coat and a cream scarf. Sparkling holiday window displays and warm lights are blurred behind her, with light snow in the air. 85mm lens, warm festive colour.
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Show the woman resting on a bench in a bright modern gym after a workout, holding a water bottle and smiling. She wears a black sports top and grey leggings. Keep her real build. Soft side light, weights out of focus behind her, 50mm lens, sports campaign look.
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Show the family sitting together on a living room floor in front of a decorated Christmas tree on Christmas morning, all in matching red and white plaid pajamas, laughing. Wrapped presents around them, warm fairy lights, soft morning light, 35mm lens.
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Show the family standing together on a sandy beach in Cape Cod at golden hour, all wearing white shirts and light denim, smiling at the camera. Gentle waves and soft dunes behind them, warm sunset light, 50mm lens, family photography style.
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Show the family sitting together on a blanket in a park full of orange and gold autumn leaves, smiling at the camera. Everyone wears cosy sweaters in cream, rust and brown. Warm afternoon sun through the trees, 50mm lens, soft background.
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Show the family gathered around a table at a home birthday party, smiling as the birthday child gets a small cake with one candle. Pastel balloons and paper garlands behind them, everyone in light party clothes. Warm cheerful light, 35mm lens.
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Show the family standing in two neat rows on the lawn of an English country manor for a wedding portrait, all dressed formally in suits and elegant dresses in soft blue and cream, smiling at the camera. Honey-coloured stone walls and soft daylight behind them, 35mm lens, wedding photography.
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Create a warm studio family portrait of grandparents, parents and children together, the grandparents seated in front and everyone else standing close behind them. All wear soft neutral clothes in cream, beige and navy. Plain warm grey backdrop, soft even light, 50mm lens, classic portrait style.
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Show the friends sitting on and around a vintage camper van parked by Route 66 in the Arizona desert, laughing together. They wear casual summer clothes, denim and sunglasses. Red rocks and a big blue sky behind them, warm afternoon light, 35mm lens, travel photography.
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Show the friends standing close together on a Brooklyn rooftop at night, smiling at the camera. They wear smart evening outfits in black and white. String lights above them and the Manhattan skyline glowing behind, 35mm lens, warm night colour.
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Show the friends sitting around a small bonfire on a California beach at dusk, laughing and wrapped in blankets and hoodies. The ocean and a pink and purple sky behind them, warm firelight on their faces, 35mm lens.
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Show the friends celebrating a birthday at home, gathered close around a birthday cake with lit candles, cheering and laughing. They wear casual party clothes. Gold and white balloons and warm string lights behind them, 35mm lens, cheerful colour.
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Show the women as a bride and her bridesmaids standing together in a sunny garden, laughing and holding small bouquets. The bride wears an ivory gown, the bridesmaids wear matching sage green dresses. Roses and soft greenery behind them, 50mm lens, bright wedding photography.
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Show the friends at a Christmas sweater party in a cosy living room, standing close together and laughing, all wearing colourful festive knit sweaters and holding mugs. A decorated tree and warm fairy lights behind them, 35mm lens.
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Show the friends on a university lawn on graduation day, all in black graduation gowns and caps, throwing their caps into the air and cheering. Old campus buildings and green trees behind them, bright sunny light, 35mm lens.
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Show the friends sitting around a wooden table in a cosy London coffee shop, laughing mid-conversation with cups of coffee. They wear casual knitwear and jackets. Rain on the window and warm lamps behind them, 35mm lens, candid lifestyle photography.
Example images were made with AI using fictional people. Your result depends on your photo and the app you use.
Use Gemini or ChatGPT, whichever you already have. Both accept a photo with a text prompt. Results differ between them, so try the other one if a result is off.
Check the rules first. Many government offices do not accept AI-edited photos, so a studio photo is safer for ID documents.
AI tools redraw the whole image, so faces can drift. A clear source photo and a short follow-up asking to restore the face usually help. Trying again in a new chat also helps.
Yes. There is no sign-up, and no ad to watch before copying. The AI app you paste them into may have its own limits.