Photo edit prompt
Turn a child into a storybook hero
Turn a child into a storybook hero: a free, copy-paste prompt for Gemini and ChatGPT. Upload your photo, paste the prompt, and fill in any [BRACKETED] fields.
The prompt
Turn this photo of my child into an illustration in a warm storybook style. Keep the face and features clearly recognisable. Show them as [A BRAVE EXPLORER / A YOUNG WIZARD / AN ASTRONAUT] in a [SETTING] with soft watercolour textures, friendly colours and a sense of adventure. Suitable for a children's picture book.
Pro tip: Use a photo where the child's face is clear and smiling, and avoid heavy filters on the original.
How to use this prompt
- Open Gemini and start a new chat.
- Upload your photo (a clear, front-facing one works best).
- Paste the prompt and replace any [BRACKETED] fields with your own details.
- Send it. If something is off, regenerate or change one detail at a time.
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Photo edit
- Works with
- Gemini · ChatGPT
- Length
- 54 words
- Fields to fill in
- A BRAVE EXPLORER / A YOUNG WIZARD / AN ASTRONAUT, SETTING
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for Gemini and ChatGPT. Both can edit a photo you upload.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: A BRAVE EXPLORER / A YOUNG WIZARD / AN ASTRONAUT, SETTING. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Will the AI change my face?
The prompt tells the AI to keep faces and identities the same, but results vary between runs. If a face drifts, regenerate or reply "keep the face identical to the original".
Is my photo uploaded to PromptUp?
No. PromptUp only gives you the text of the prompt. You upload your photo directly to the AI tool you choose, under that tool's own privacy terms.
