Create 5-10 second videos
Simple text prompt control
Multiple aspect ratio options
HD video quality settings
Natural facial animations
Subtle expression changes
Custom animation durations
Professional-looking results
Square, portrait, and landscape formats
Seamless motion synthesis
Start by uploading any clear portrait photo you'd like to animate
Describe the specific facial expression or movement you want to create
Choose your preferred aspect ratio, duration, and quality options
Our AI will transform your static image into a natural-looking video animation
Our Image to Video feature uses advanced AI to analyze your still portrait and create realistic motion. The technology intelligently identifies facial features and animates them according to your text prompt, generating natural-looking movement while maintaining the subject's identity and the photo's original quality.
The most effective prompts describe simple, subtle facial movements and expressions. Examples include 'smile gently,' 'look from side to side,' 'blink naturally,' or 'nod slightly.' Focusing on natural human expressions rather than complex or exaggerated movements yields the most realistic results.
You can choose from three aspect ratio options: Square (1:1) which works well for most social platforms, Portrait (9:16) which is ideal for stories and TikTok, and Landscape (16:9) which is perfect for YouTube and presentation videos.
All users can create 5-second videos, which is ideal for most expressions and social media uses. Pro subscribers can also access 10-second videos for more complex animations or longer-form content.
Standard 720p HD quality is available to all users and provides excellent results for most digital uses. Pro subscribers can also access 1080p Full HD quality for professional applications requiring maximum detail.
For optimal results, use clear, well-lit portraits with the subject facing forward or at a slight angle. The face should be clearly visible without strong shadows, extreme expressions, or significant obstructions like hands covering features. Higher resolution photos will produce better quality animations.
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The image-to-video feature is revolutionary. I can create engaging video content from static headshots in minutes.
V.D. Social Media Manager,
January 2025
Perfect for creating quick video intros for our real estate listings. The natural movements are impressive.
R.B. Real Estate Marketing,
January 2025
Game-changer for our social media content. The text-to-animation prompts are intuitive and effective.
M.S. Content Creator,
January 2025
Using this for LinkedIn video profiles. The professional quality of animations sets us apart.
J.P. Career Coach,
January 2025
The speed and quality of video generation is remarkable. Perfect for quick content creation.
A.K. Digital Marketing Lead,
January 2025
Creates engaging speaker introductions for our virtual events. The results look completely natural.
L.M. Event Coordinator,
January 2025
Essential tool for our Instagram Stories. The animated expressions capture attention instantly.
T.R. Instagram Influencer,
January 2025
The video quality options are fantastic. Great for both quick previews and professional content.
D.H. Video Producer,
January 2025
Transformed our corporate headshots into engaging video content for our website.
C.W. Web Content Manager,
January 2025
The natural facial movements are incredible. Perfect for creating authentic video content.
B.L. Creative Director,
January 2025
Transform professional photos into welcoming video introductions. Perfect for personal branding and professional networking.
Create impactful expression changes in your photos. Control the intensity from subtle to dramatic while maintaining natural movement.
Create brief emotional transitions in your photos. Perfect for showing subtle shifts in mood or expression in short-form content.
Transform static photos into quick reaction clips. Ideal for creating engaging responses for social media and messaging.
Create engaging expression animations optimized for social media stories and reels. Transform static photos into eye-catching content.
Create natural speaking animations from your photos. Ideal for quick video messages and presentation content.
When you're writing prompt for Animate, you can now click the 'Optimize Prompt' button to improve your prompt. You can also click the 'Random Expression' button to get a random expression.
Expression Editor now offers HD video output options including 720p and 1080p resolution settings. This enhancement enables the creation of higher fidelity AI facial expressions with improved detail retention.
Expression Editor now supports extended video generation up to 10 seconds in length. This upgrade expands creative possibilities for AI facial animation sequences.
Expression Editor now features an enhanced video player with built-in thumbnails, allowing you to preview and download individual frames from your AI facial expressions and animations.
Transform your AI facial expressions into frame-by-frame images with our new extraction feature. The Face Animation AI tool now allows you to download all frames (5pfs) from your animated expressions as high-quality images.
Create lifelike animated expressions from static portraits using Expression Editor's new video generation feature. Simply upload an image and describe your desired facial animation to bring your portraits to life.