Images
Compress, convert and clean up your pictures.
Photo to sketch
Turn a photo into a pencil sketch — adjust lines, detail and shading. Free, on your device.
- Runs on your device
- Private by design
- Free
How to turn a photo into a sketch
Add a photo
Portraits, pets and buildings with clear outlines work best.
Adjust the drawing
Set line strength, detail and darkness until it looks hand-drawn.
Add a style
Optionally switch on Colour sketch or a paper texture.
Download
Compare with the original and download as PNG or JPG.
Frequently asked questions
- Which photos make the best sketches?
- Sharp photos with clear edges and good light. Very dark or blurry photos give faint lines — raise Line strength and Darkness to compensate.
- Can I print it?
- Yes — the sketch is exported at up to 3000 px on the long side, enough for a sharp A4 print.
- Is my photo uploaded?
- No. The sketch is drawn in your browser — your photo never leaves your device.