How to Turn Your Head Left or Right in Photos With AI

Master the art of head turning in your photos with Expression Editor AI. This tutorial teaches you how to use the "Yaw" control to turn a subject's head for a more dynamic and engaging pose.

1 minute
Easy
7/10/2025
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What You'll Learn

  • How to use the "Yaw" slider to turn the head left or right.
  • How to use the joystick for intuitive, 2D control of head rotation.
  • How to create classic portrait poses by turning the head away from the camera.
  • Why calibration is highly recommended for realistic head-turning effects.

Key Benefits

  • Create professional-looking portraits with classic poses.
  • No expensive software or complex editing skills needed—all online.
  • Correct photos where the subject is not at the desired angle.
  • Get professional-quality results in under a minute with Expression Editor AI.
  • Add a sense of depth and dynamism to your photos.

Prerequisites

  • A clear photograph with a single, subject facing mostly forward.
  • An Expression Editor AI account with access to the Face Edit feature.

Who is this for?

Photographers
Portrait Retouchers
Aspiring Models
Social Media Content Creators

Dos

  • Use high-quality, well-lit photos for the best results.
  • Calibrate the face to ensure the AI has an accurate starting point.
  • Combine Yaw with Pitch and Roll for complete 3D head control.

Don'ts

  • Don't use photos where the head is already in full profile.
  • Don't expect the 3D avatar to look exactly like the person in your photo.
  • Don't forget to adjust the eye direction to match the new head angle.

Tutorial Recap

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Key Steps

1

Open the Face Edit feature & Upload

Log into your Expression Editor AI account, navigate to the Face Edit feature, and upload your photo. For best results, use a photo with a single, clear face.

2

(Optional) Calibrate for 3D Preview

For guidance, you can calibrate the face to our generic 3D model. This step is highly recommended for accurate head rotation.

3

Navigate to Head Controls

In the settings panel on the bottom left, click on the "Head" tab to reveal all the adjustment controls.

4

Adjust the Head Turn (Yaw)

Use the 'Yaw' slider or the joystick to turn the head to the left or right. This can create a classic portrait pose or correct an off-angle shot.

5

Apply and Generate

Once you're ready, click "Apply" to generate the final, high-quality image with your head position adjustment applied directly to your original photo.

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