AI Image Generator With Reference Photo
Describe the style, lighting, or composition of a reference photo in words. Generate a new image guided by that description.
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How to use a reference photo with text-based generation
This tool generates images from text descriptions. You do not upload a photo directly; instead, you describe the visual elements of a reference photo—such as lighting angle, color palette, composition structure, or mood—and the generator uses your written description to produce a new image inspired by those qualities.
AI Image Generator With Reference Photo
Matching a colour palette
Input
A mountain scene in the same colour palette as a vintage postcard, faded teal sky, warm cream mountains, muted orange accents
Expected output
A landscape with a retro colour treatment, reduced saturation, and warm-toned highlights
Recreating a lighting style
Input
A portrait with rim lighting like a classic film photo, warm key light from the left, deep shadows on the right side
Expected output
A portrait with dramatic side lighting, defined shadow areas, and warm film-like colour cast
Describing a composition structure
Input
A street scene framed by an archway in the foreground, leading the eye to a busy market street in the distance, like a classic travel photograph
Expected output
A scene with a foreground frame, middle-depth activity, and a deep perspective leading into the image
Describe the visual elements of a reference photo in text to guide image generation toward a similar style or composition.
Visual reference through words
Translate the look of an existing photo into prompt terms that guide the generation toward a similar aesthetic.
Style consistency
Identify and reuse descriptive terms from a reference to maintain a consistent look across multiple generations.
Reduced guesswork
Analysing a reference photo gives you specific terms to describe lighting, colour, and mood.
How It Works
1
Describe the desired image.
Describe the desired image.
2
Choose the available generation settings.
Choose the available generation settings.
3
Generate, review, and download a suitable result.
Generate, review, and download a suitable result.
Tips for reference-based prompting
Turning photo observations into effective prompts.
Input Constraints
- Use your own original prompt text rather than copying from other sources.
- Avoid describing real people or trademarked characters without permission.
- Review each result before using it in any project.
Practical Tips
- Study the reference photo for specific colours, lighting angle, and texture details to describe.
- Note the composition structure such as rule of thirds, framing, or leading lines.
- Describe the mood the reference photo conveys and include emotional terms in your prompt.
Privacy
- Do not upload personal or sensitive material unless you have permission to use it.
Usage Rights
- Confirm that you have the rights needed for the inputs and intended use of the result.
Prompt recipes
Copy a structure, then adjust the subject, lighting, camera, and output details for your own result.
Vintage color grading from a film reference
A cafe interior with customers at tables, faded warm colors like a 1970s film still, low contrast, soft grain
Describes era, color treatment, contrast level, and texture to replicate a nostalgic film aesthetic.
Golden-hour portrait lighting from a reference
A woman in a field, backlit by low sun, warm orange glow around her hair, soft shadows on her face, natural film style
Specifies light source position, color temperature, shadow quality, and style to recreate a classic golden-hour portrait.
High-contrast studio lighting from a fashion reference
A model in a black outfit against a white backdrop, hard key light from above right, deep shadows on left, editorial fashion style
Details lighting direction, contrast level, background, and editorial intent to match a professional fashion look.
Architectural framing from a travel photo reference
A narrow alley in an old town, framed by stone archways on both sides, leading to a bright plaza in the distance, depth and perspective emphasis
Describes foreground framing elements, depth layers, and perspective to replicate a classic travel composition.
Minimalist product shot from a catalog reference
A glass bottle on a white surface, soft diffused overhead light, faint shadow beneath, clean white background, catalog product style
Defines subject, surface, lighting type, shadow quality, and clean aesthetic to match a professional product catalog.
Best use cases
Match the workflow to the input you have and the result you need before opening the generator.
Recreate a visual style for a campaign
Input: Detailed description of lighting, color, and composition from a reference photo
Result: A new image that echoes the style of the reference without copying it
Tool: Text to Image
Maintain brand aesthetic across visuals
Input: Breakdown of brand reference photo elements like color palette and mood
Result: A new image with consistent brand look and feel
Tool: Text to Image
Generate concept art inspired by a photo
Input: Description of reference photo's composition, lighting, and atmosphere
Result: A concept illustration with similar visual qualities to the reference
Tool: Text to Image
Create product visuals matching a catalog style
Input: Analysis of reference product photo's lighting, background, and shadow treatment
Result: A product image with the same professional look as the catalog reference
Tool: Text to Image
Limitations to know before generating
- Results are inspired by your description of the reference, not exact copies.
- Translating visual details into words requires careful observation and may need iteration.
- Complex reference photos with many elements can be difficult to describe fully.
- Generated images should be reviewed to ensure they meet your intent and quality standards.
- You cannot upload a reference photo directly; you must describe it in text.
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Pricing
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Starter
Perfect for trying out AI creation.
Credits
200 credits / month
- Up to 20 videos per month
- Up to 100 images per month
$6.99/ month$9.9930% OFF
Billed monthly
First-time subscribers get 30% off their first month, then standard price
What's included
- Credits never expire
- Standard models
- HD, Watermark-Free Downloads
- Private Generation
- Faster Generation Speed
- Ad-free experience
Basic
Perfect for light creators.
Credits
500 credits / month
- Up to 50 videos per month
- Up to 250 images per month
$13.99/ month$19.9930% OFF
Billed monthly
First-time subscribers get 30% off their first month, then standard price
What's included
- Credits never expire
- Standard models
- HD, Watermark-Free Downloads
- Private Generation
- Faster Generation Speed
- Ad-free experience
Pro
PopularBest value for creators
Credits
1,200 credits / month
- Up to 120 videos per month
- Up to 600 images per month
$39.99/ month
Billed monthly
What's included
- Credits never expire
- All models + Early access to new models
- HD, Watermark-Free Downloads
- Private Generation
- Faster Generation Speed
- Ultra HD resolution
- Ad-free experience
Ultra
For video creators and power users.
Credits
5,000 credits / month
- Up to 500 videos per month
- Up to 2,500 images per month
$99.99/ month
Billed monthly
What's included
- Credits never expire
- All models + Early access to new models
- HD, Watermark-Free Downloads
- Private Generation
- Faster Generation Speed
- Ultra HD resolution
- Ad-free experience
Free
Standard models only — upgrade to unlock premium models.
Credits
10 free credits on signup
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Generate from a reference now
Open the text-to-image tool and describe the visual elements of a photo you admire. See how close text can get you to the look you want.