Turn a photo into a pencil sketch
Open a photo to see it as a pencil sketch. Line width sets fine or broad strokes, darkness sets how heavy the pencil is, and Keep colors switches to colored pencil.
Free · Runs on your device · No uploadsDrop a photo here
or paste it with ⌘V · JPEG, PNG, WebP, HEIC
How to turn a photo into a pencil sketch
Open a photo. Drop it here, paste it, or choose a file.
Set the line width and darkness, and choose gray or color.
Download the sketch.
What you can do
- Graphite or colored pencil
- Fine to broad lines
- Darkness control
- Works on any photo
Questions
Which photos make the best sketches?+
Photos with clear edges and good light, such as portraits, buildings and pets. Very dark or blurry photos give faint results.
Is this made with AI?+
No. It uses a classic image filter on your device, so it’s quick and the result is predictable.
How do I make the lines darker?+
Raise Darkness. A larger Line width also gives heavier, broader strokes.
Are my photos uploaded?+
No. The photo is sketched in your browser and never leaves your device.
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