Photo to Sketch
Turn any image into a sketch that looks hand drawn. Choose graphite pencil, charcoal, pen and ink or colored pencil, and the AI redraws your photo stroke by stroke on white paper, keeping the subject and composition you know.
Photos
Your photo
A clear, well-lit photo works best. JPG, PNG or WebP.
Up to 10 MiB · 512–5999 pixels per side
Drawing style
Settings
Example
After
Upload a photo to make your own version.
Before and after
Good for
A gift that looks handmade
Turn a family photo into a pencil portrait to frame.
Drawing practice
Use the sketch as a reference for shading and proportions.
Places you've been
Turn travel photos into ink drawings for a journal.
Photo tips
A sharp photo with one clear subject and a simple background gives the cleanest sketch. Busy scenes get a lighter, looser background.
AI Image Editor ↗How it works
Upload your photo. You can also scan the QR code to send one from your phone.
Pick a style and, where the template asks for it, add a short text.
Choose a model, check the credits on the button and generate. The result appears here and in My Images.
Frequently asked questions
Is this just a filter?
No. The image to sketch AI redraws the photo with pencil-like strokes and hatching rather than tracing its edges, so it reads like a real drawing.
Can I get a sketch in color?
Yes. Choose colored pencil for soft color; the other styles are black and gray.
Can I turn a sketch back into a photo?
Yes, use Sketch to Photo for the opposite direction.
How many credits does it cost?
It depends on the model you choose, and the exact price is shown on the Generate button before you start. Free accounts can use Nano Banana; Nano Banana Pro and GPT Image 2.5 need a paid account (any credit pack or plan).
Will it look exactly like the example?
No. Every image is generated fresh, so details differ each time. If the first result isn't right, generate again or try another model.
Where are my results saved?
On this page and in My Images in your ViNano account, where you can download them later.
What if generation fails?
The credits for a failed task are returned to your account. Check My Images and your credit history, and contact support if a task stays unresolved.
