Lite
$4.83/month
1,200 credits, valid for 1 year
Billed yearly at $57.90 · save 30%
- Text-to-image and image-to-image
- All image models
- Free download, commercial license
Photo to Sketch AI Converter
Turn your photo into a sketch with pencil shading, charcoal strokes or ink lines. Keep recognizable features and the original composition. 16 credits per image; an account is required.
Turn your photo into a sketch
6 original AI-made photo/sketch comparisons illustrate the drawing styles, not verified outputs from this tool. Actual results and likeness vary.
Also try Photo to Anime →Explore illustration, watercolor and 3D styles →
How to turn a photo into a sketch
From your photo to drawing in three steps, without writing a prompt.
- 01
Upload your photo
Upload one JPG, PNG or WebP up to 10MB. Clear lighting and a visible subject help preserve details.
- 02
Choose a sketch style
Create a pencil sketch from photo, try soft charcoal shading, or choose crisp ink lines.
- 03
Generate and download
Generate one sketch, check the likeness and download the original result.
The other tools
Continue editing the same image with another focused AI tool.
Background remover
Cut the subject out and get a transparent PNG back.
Image upscaler
Enlarge a picture 2× or 4× without it going soft.
Image expand
Extend a picture beyond its original frame to a new aspect ratio.
Transform style
Turn a photo into an illustration while keeping the subject.
Photo to Anime
Turn a photo into 2D anime while keeping recognizable features.
Photo to sketch FAQ
Credits, photo requirements and what to expect from an AI drawing.
Is photo to sketch free?
You can use eligible account credits. Each sketch costs 16 credits, so the 12 welcome credits alone do not cover a run. Sign in to check your balance; daily credits can help you build it up.
Will the sketch still look like me?
The instructions use your face, hairstyle, pose and clothing as reference. AI may change small details. Choose a clear, well-lit photo and check the result before using it.
How many credits does one sketch cost?
16 credits per image, reserved before generation. If generation fails, the reserved credits are refunded.
What photos can I upload?
Upload one JPG, PNG or WebP up to 10MB. Portraits, pets, buildings and objects can work well. Avoid very dark or blurry photos and only upload images you have permission to use.
How is this different from a sketch filter?
A filter often traces edges or changes contrast. This photo to sketch tool redraws forms with pencil shading, charcoal marks or ink hatching, using the photo as a guide.
Can I convert photos in bulk?
Not on this page. Upload one photo and generate one drawing at a time.
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Pro
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3,000 credits, valid for 1 year
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Ultra
$23.03/month
6,000 credits, valid for 1 year
Billed yearly at $276.40 · save 30%
- Text-to-image and image-to-image
- All image models
- Free download, commercial license
Make your next photo a sketch
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