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AI Smoke Overlay Video Generator

Trusted by 70 million people
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Developer API
Available on iPhone & Android

How to Add an Animated Smoke Overlay

  1. 1

    Upload Your Image

    Start by uploading the photo you want to animate. It can be a product shot, a portrait, or a dynamic action scene.

  2. 2

    Describe the Smoke Effect

    In the prompt box, tell the AI how you want the smoke to look and move. Try 'add wisps of white smoke rising from the ground'.

  3. 3

    Generate Your Video

    Our AI will process your image and prompt to create a unique video with a custom animated smoke overlay.

  4. 4

    Download Your Video

    Your new high-resolution, watermark-free video is ready to download. Share it on social media or use it in your creative projects.

Transform your static photos into moody, atmospheric videos that capture attention. With our AI tool, you can add a layer of mystique or drama to any image, from portraits to landscapes. Simply upload your picture and describe the smoke you envision. In seconds, you can generate a short video with smoke effects that add depth and emotion, perfect for creating cinematic visuals that make your content stand out. No complex software or video editing skills are required to achieve a professional result.

Create Atmospheric Scenes Instantly

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Our generator doesn't just place a static layer on your image; it creates lifelike, animated smoke that moves and swirls naturally. You have creative control over the animation through simple text prompts. Describe the smoke's behavior, whether you want gentle wisps, thick plumes, or colored haze. The AI interprets your instructions to produce a dynamic effect that appears to interact with your image, giving your video an authentic and polished look without needing to manually create keyframes or complex animations.

AI-Powered Realistic Smoke Animation

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Breathe life into your still images by adding the element of motion. This feature is perfect for enhancing social media posts, digital ads, or artistic projects where movement grabs the viewer's eye. Instead of searching for separate video clips and struggling with layering techniques, you can generate the entire animated effect directly onto your original photo. This streamlined process saves time and effort, allowing you to convert your favorite pictures from your camera roll into engaging video content effortlessly.

From Static Image to Dynamic Video

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It’s Effortless: Turn a static photo into a dynamic video with a single prompt. It’s Controllable: Direct the smoke’s color, density, and movement using only your words. AI Animation: Generate fluid and natural smoke motion without needing timelines or keyframes. Photo to Video: Animate your still images to make them more engaging for any audience. Versatile Use: Perfect for everything from dramatic intros and product reveals to artistic social media content.

Why use Pixelcut's AI Smoke Overlay Video?

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Product Reveals: Add a puff of smoke to dramatically unveil a new product in a short video. Automotive Photography: Create videos of cars with smoke billowing from the tires for a powerful and edgy effect. Music Visuals: Animate album art or artist photos with swirling smoke to match a song's vibe on social media. Cinematic Intros: Generate moody, smoky title sequences for your video projects. Food & Beverage: Show steam rising from a hot dish or drink to make it look more appealing.

Smoke Overlay Video Use Cases

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Frequently Asked Questions

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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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