How to sketch a face from a photo online

Create a pencil portrait with AI in a few seconds
Start your face sketch
Face sketch result demo
Original face photo demo

Steps to sketch a face from a photo

Upload a clear portrait

Use a sharp well lit face photo. PNG and JPG are supported in any size or aspect ratio.

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Let AI draw the portrait

The model maps facial features hair and contours then builds clean lines and natural shading for a pencil portrait look.

2

Download your face sketch

Save a high resolution PNG with no watermark. Try another image for a different expression or angle.

3

Tips for better face sketches

Choose photos with even lighting and clear eyes for the best portrait sketch quality. Avoid heavy filters and blurry images.

Why sketch a face from a photo with AI

Perfect for gifts social posts and profile pictures. Create a clean pencil portrait without drawing skills.

Create a portrait sketch

Accurate face details with natural shading

The AI preserves eyes lips hair and skin texture. It enhances edges and tones to mimic graphite and charcoal portrait work right in your browser.

Portrait sketch advantages illustration
Instant portrait sketch
  • Upload a face photo and see a pencil portrait appear in seconds with clean outlines and soft shading.
Multiple portrait styles
  • Pick graphite charcoal cross hatch or outline. Adjust intensity and paper texture to match your taste.
Free download
  • Create unlimited portrait sketches and export high resolution files with no watermark.
Works on any device
  • Use on desktop or mobile with no install. It runs in your browser on Mac Windows iOS and Android.

Frequently asked questions

Open the tool upload a clear portrait let the AI generate the pencil drawing then download the result. It takes a few seconds and needs no editing skills.

PNG and JPG in any resolution. Larger images can take a little longer but give very detailed portrait sketches.

Yes you can create unlimited sketches and download high quality files without a watermark.

Use a sharp face photo with good lighting and eyes in focus. Avoid heavy filters motion blur and extreme angles.

What users say about face sketches

Mike Adeliyi

Photographer

Mike Adeliyi

I make pencil portraits for clients from photos and the results look hand drawn. It saves a lot of time on retouching.

Eolanda Mishele

Designer

Eolanda Mishele

Portrait sketches work great for posters and gifts. Hair and eyelashes stay crisp and the shading feels natural.

Emma McKenna

Model

Emma McKenna

I share portrait sketches on social and they stand out. The look is artsy and clean which helps engagement.

Noah St. James

Business Owner

Noah St. James

We use face sketches on product profiles for a unique brand look. The output is consistent across photos.