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AI Anime Style Converter

Transform any photo into anime or manga art—just describe the style you want

Woman in red scarf standing in park
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Same scene transformed into Studio Ghibli anime art with watercolor aesthetic
After

Convert Photo to Anime Style

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Popular use cases:
  • anime profile picture
  • manga art
  • anime avatar
  • Studio Ghibli style
  • anime aesthetic
  • anime character creator
  • manga portrait

Cost
Free No signup required
Time
Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on
Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
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Scenario Prompt Time
Classic anime portrait Convert to anime style with cel-shaded coloring and large expressive eyes 10s
Studio Ghibli aesthetic Transform into Studio Ghibli anime art style with soft watercolor colors 12s
Manga page Convert to black and white manga art with screentones and dramatic shading 10s
Modern anime film Make this look like a Makoto Shinkai anime scene with vibrant sky 15s

How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Choose a photo with clear subjects and good lighting. Portrait shots and outdoor scenes work especially well for anime conversion. Close-up faces capture character detail, while landscape photos create beautiful anime backgrounds.

    Expect: Simple portraits: 8-12 seconds. Complex scenes with multiple people or detailed backgrounds: 15-25 seconds and may need refinements for specific style details.
  2. Describe the anime style you want

    Type your instruction describing the anime transformation. Be specific about the style—mention anime studios (Studio Ghibli, Makoto Shinkai), art styles (shoujo, shounen, manga), or visual elements (cel-shaded, watercolor, black and white manga). The AI reads your description and applies the style automatically. For example: 'convert to Studio Ghibli anime style' or 'transform into black and white manga art with screentones'.

    Tip: Reference specific anime shows or artists for more accurate style matching: 'Your Name style' gives different results than 'One Piece style'. Mentioning color palettes helps too: 'pastel anime colors' or 'vibrant shounen colors'.

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Classic anime portrait Convert to anime style with cel-shaded coloring and large expressive eyes
    Studio Ghibli aesthetic Transform into Studio Ghibli anime art style with soft watercolor colors
    Manga page style Convert to black and white manga art with screentones and dramatic shading
    Modern anime film look Make this look like a Makoto Shinkai anime scene with vibrant sky and detailed lighting
    8 more prompts
    Shoujo romance style Transform into shoujo anime style with soft pastel colors and sparkly effects
    Shounen action style Convert to shounen anime style with bold colors and strong shadows
    Chibi character Turn into cute chibi anime style with oversized head and simplified features
    90s retro anime Make this look like 90s anime with hand-drawn aesthetic and vintage colors
    Anime landscape Convert this scene into an anime background with painted sky and enhanced lighting
    Anime profile picture Transform my face into an anime character with typical anime facial features
    Isekai anime style Convert to modern isekai anime style with bright colors and fantasy atmosphere
    Slice of life anime Make this look like a slice of life anime scene with warm natural lighting
  3. Review the anime result

    Check how well the anime transformation captured the style you wanted. Look at the line work—is it clean and cel-shaded like traditional anime? Check if facial features match anime proportions (larger eyes, simplified nose). For landscape conversions, verify the atmospheric effects and color grading match your target style.

  4. Refine with markers if needed

    Only needed if you want to preserve specific photo areas while converting the rest, or if the AI applied the style to the wrong parts. For example, tap a marker on a face to ensure only that person gets the anime treatment while keeping the background realistic. Most full-photo anime conversions work perfectly without markers.

    Tip: Markers are useful for hybrid edits like 'anime character in real photo' where you want selective style application, not a required step for standard conversions.
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See it in action

Woman in red scarf standing in park
Before
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Same scene transformed into Studio Ghibli anime art with watercolor aesthetic
After

Portrait to Studio Ghibli character

Converting a regular outdoor portrait into the soft, watercolor anime style characteristic of Studio Ghibli films.

Prompt: Transform into Studio Ghibli anime art style with soft watercolor colors
City street with yellow taxi during golden hour
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Same cityscape rendered as detailed anime background with enhanced sky and lighting
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Landscape to anime background

Transforming a real cityscape photo into a vibrant anime scene with the dramatic lighting and detail of modern anime films.

Prompt: Make this look like a Makoto Shinkai anime scene with vibrant sky and detailed lighting
Man wearing orange sunglasses against white background
Before
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Same portrait converted to black and white manga art with halftone shading
After

Face to manga character

Converting a portrait selfie into black and white manga art with traditional screentone shading.

Prompt: Convert to black and white manga art with screentones and dramatic shading

If something looks off

AI changed the wrong area or something I didn't want changed

Why: The AI couldn't determine exactly which area you meant from description alone.

Try: Tap a marker on the specific area you want to change, then regenerate with the same prompt

Tip: Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS one specifically.' Use them when description alone is ambiguous.

The anime style doesn't match what I wanted

Why: Generic prompts like 'make anime' give generic results. The AI needs specific style references.

Try: Try again with a more specific style reference: name an anime show, studio, or visual characteristic like 'Your Name style with vibrant sunset colors' instead of just 'anime style'

Tip: The more specific your style reference, the better the match. Compare 'anime' vs 'Studio Ghibli watercolor anime' vs 'Spirited Away style with soft lighting'.

The result looks too cartoony or not anime-like

Why: Without clear anime style cues, the AI might apply generic cartoon effects instead of authentic anime aesthetics.

Try: Specify anime characteristics explicitly: 'cel-shaded anime style with large eyes and clean linework' or reference a specific anime to guide the visual style

Tip: Mention technical anime art terms like 'cel-shaded', 'screentones', or 'anime proportions' to get more authentic results.

Facial features don't look right in anime style

Why: Low resolution photos or unclear faces make it hard for the AI to properly convert facial features to anime proportions.

Try: Use a higher quality photo with the face clearly visible and well-lit, then try the same anime conversion prompt

Tip: Front-facing or 3/4 angle portraits convert better than profile shots. Good lighting on the face helps the AI identify features to stylize.

Only part of the photo got converted to anime

Why: Your prompt might have been ambiguous about whether to convert the whole image or just certain elements.

Try: Be explicit about the scope: 'convert the entire photo to anime style' or 'transform everything in this image to Studio Ghibli art'

Tip: If you want selective conversion (like anime person on real background), use markers to indicate exactly what should be stylized.

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the photo before converting to anime style?

No! Just describe the anime style you want and the AI converts your whole photo automatically. Only use markers if you want to convert specific parts while keeping other areas realistic—like making one person anime while keeping the background unchanged. For standard 'turn my whole photo into anime art' requests, marking is unnecessary.

How do I convert a photo to anime for free?

Upload your photo to EditThisPic and describe the anime style you want (like 'Studio Ghibli style' or 'shounen anime with bold colors'). The AI processes it in seconds with no login required. You can try it free, and there's no watermark on basic edits.

What anime styles can I convert photos into?

You can request any anime aesthetic: Studio Ghibli watercolor style, Makoto Shinkai detailed backgrounds, classic cel-shaded anime, black and white manga, shoujo sparkly style, shounen action style, 90s retro anime, chibi characters, or specific shows like Your Name, One Piece, or Naruto. The more specific your reference, the better the result.

Can I turn myself into an anime character?

Yes! Upload a clear photo of your face and describe the anime style: 'convert my face to anime character with typical anime features' or 'make me look like a Studio Ghibli character'. Portrait photos with good lighting work best. You can also specify details like 'shoujo anime with sparkly eyes' or 'shounen style with sharp features'.

How do I get a specific anime show's art style?

Mention the show or creator by name in your prompt: 'make this look like Attack on Titan style' or 'convert to Demon Slayer anime aesthetic'. You can also describe visual characteristics: 'Your Name style with detailed sky and lighting' or 'One Piece style with exaggerated expressions'. The AI recognizes major anime references.

Can I convert landscapes and backgrounds to anime style?

Absolutely! Anime background conversions work great for scenery. Try prompts like 'transform into anime background with painted sky' or 'make this look like a Studio Ghibli landscape'. Outdoor scenes, cityscapes, and nature photos all convert well. Specify lighting if you want: 'anime sunset scene' or 'dramatic anime storm clouds'.

What's the difference between anime and manga conversion?

Anime conversion creates colored cel-shaded art like animated shows. Manga conversion produces black and white art with screentones like printed comics. For anime, use prompts like 'Studio Ghibli anime style'. For manga, use 'black and white manga art with screentones'. Both are authentic Japanese art styles but with different visual characteristics.

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