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AI Oil Painting Photo Effect Generator

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Developer API
Available on iPhone & Android

How to Turn a Photo into an Oil Painting

  1. 1

    Upload your photo

    Start by uploading the image you want to transform. You can choose a portrait, landscape, or any other picture from your device.

  2. 2

    Describe the painting style

    In the prompt box, tell the AI how you want your painting to look. Try 'impressionist oil painting' or 'oil painting with thick, textured brushstrokes'.

  3. 3

    Generate your artwork

    Click the generate button and let the AI apply the oil painting effect to your photo. It will be ready in just a few moments.

  4. 4

    Download your new painting

    Your photo is now a piece of art. Download the high-resolution image for free and share it, print it, or use it in your projects.

Transform any digital photo into a work of art that mimics the classic oil on canvas look. Our AI analyzes your image, whether it's a vibrant landscape, a detailed portrait, or a simple snapshot, and intelligently applies an oil painting effect. This process adds depth, rich textures, and the characteristic brushstrokes of a traditional painting. You don't need any artistic skill or complex software. Simply upload a picture and watch as it’s reimagined into a masterpiece, ready to be shared or printed.

Create Timeless Art from Your Photos

A vibrant oil painting of a Mediterranean coastal village, showcasing the textured brushstrokes and rich colors of the oil painting effect.
Go beyond flat filters and give your images authentic, painterly texture. The AI oil painting effect is designed to replicate the feel of real brushwork, from thick, expressive strokes to subtle, blended layers of color. This tool excels at adding a tangible quality to your photos, making flowers feel more vibrant and landscapes appear more dramatic and full of life. Describe the style you want, such as 'impasto' for thick paint or 'smooth' for a more blended finish, to guide the AI in creating the perfect texture.

Embrace Rich Textures and Brushstrokes

A mockup demonstrating an oil painting effect, showing an image of a lion's head that is half photorealistic and half a textured oil painting, on a white background.
Our oil painting effect works beautifully on a wide array of subjects. Turn a scenic photo from your last vacation into a breathtaking landscape painting reminiscent of the masters. Give a portrait of a loved one or a pet a timeless, elegant quality perfect for a special gift. Even everyday objects can become interesting still life art. The tool adapts to the unique details of each photo, ensuring that whether your subject is a person, a place, or a thing, the final result is a balanced and artistic composition.

Versatile Effects for Any Subject

A close-up of a richly textured oil painting depicting a sunny Tuscan landscape, isolated on a stark white background to highlight the painting effect.
It's Effortless: Convert your image with a simple upload and a descriptive prompt. No painting experience is necessary. It's Customizable: Tell the AI what you want. Ask for 'bold brushstrokes' or a 'soft, dreamy feel' to influence the final artwork. AI-Powered Realism: Advanced AI applies a convincing effect that understands light, texture, and color. Fast and Free to Try: See your photo transformed into a painting in seconds. Download and Share: Get a high-resolution, watermark-free image you can use for prints, social media, or personal projects.

Why use Pixelcut's AI Oil Painting Photo Effect?

A striking portrait of a woman rendered in a classic oil painting style, showcasing thick brushstrokes and rich colors, set against a plain white background.
Personalized Home Decor: Print your newly painted landscapes or family portraits on canvas to create unique wall art for your home. Unique Social Media Content: Give your profile picture or feed a distinct, artistic flair that stands out from standard photos. Thoughtful Gifts: Turn a shared memory into a beautiful piece of art for birthdays, anniversaries, or holidays. Digital Art and Projects: Use the effect to create assets for blogs, presentations, or digital scrapbooking, adding an elegant touch to your work. Creative Profile Pictures: Reimagine your selfies as classic portraits for a profile image that is both personal and artistic.

Oil Painting Photo Effect Use Cases

A mockup of an oil painting on canvas, showing a lighthouse at sunset with thick paint texture, leaning against a clean white background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pixelcut is loved by over 2 million people

  • My favorite app

    Great app, easy to use. Helps our small business save time and money to create different marketing materials professionally. Thank you.
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    I need a good background remover for my work and I've been through them all it feels like. This one is the best by far. It's so easy to use and the results always look amazing. Thank you Pixelcut!
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    It's amazingly easy and gives the perfect results for my bags and accessories. It looks like it was done by a professional photographer.
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