Creative ChatGPT Photo Editing Prompts
AI photo editing is more accessible than ever, but truly impressive results come from using precise, creative prompts that clearly guide the AI. In 2025, tools like ChatGPT and Gemini AI allow anyone to transform ordinary photos into magazine-quality portraits or cinematic visuals. With the right copy-paste prompt, you can create everything from trendy retro aesthetics and moody rain scenes to surreal fantasy edits and celebrity-inspired looks. The secret lies in detailed, style-specific, and mood-driven instructions.
In this guide, we’ll explore 25 creative ChatGPT photo editing prompts designed to help you unlock your artistic potential. You’ll also learn how to use these prompts in Gemini AI, along with essential tips for crafting high-impact AI-generated portraits. Let’s get started.
How to Create Images in Gemini AI Using ChatGPT Prompts
1. Select and Upload a Photo
Choose a clear, well-lit original image. Portraits with simple backgrounds usually deliver the best results.
2. Copy and Paste a Prompt
Select one of the 25 creative prompts below or customize it to match your preferred style or theme by specifying elements such as era, mood, color palette, or lighting.
3. Paste the Prompt into Gemini AI (or ChatGPT with Image Features)
Use the prompt directly in the AI’s interface and upload your image when prompted.
4. Add Editing Details
Enhance control by including details about lighting, facial expression, clothing, background, or camera style.
5. Review and Refine
If the first result isn’t perfect, adjust the prompt by adding or removing instructions—for example, “no facial changes” or “subtle vintage film grain.”
6. Download and Share
Save your final AI-edited image and use it for social media posts, creative portfolios, profile photos, or digital avatars.
Creative ChatGPT Photo Editing Prompts
Prompt 1:
A stylish man a sleek, all-black outfit poses confidently against a pitch-black background. He wears a tailored black suit, a black shirt with the top buttons open, and a subtle gold chain around his neck, he sports golden sunglasses and a well-groomed beard, exuding charisma and mystery A luxury wristwatch glint on his left wrist, the lighting is dramatic, highlighting his facial features and casting soft shas, creating a bold, high -fashion editorial look.
Prompt 2:
Convert this image into a cinematic portrait of a man standing under a dramatic spotlight in a dark room. The main wears a confident, and the lighting casts deep shadows, emphasizing the contours of his face and body
Prompt 3:
Image with sharp features. Flawless fair skin wearing a black t-shirt, black sunglasses and silver chain, standing against a bold red gradient background confidently, emphasizing his facial structic and giving a luxury fabulous magazine vibe ultra realistic, style. 4k resoluion, symmetrical composition, minmal background elements
Prompt 4:
Create A Hyper-detailed Graphic Design Featuring A Striking Portrait Of A Young Man With The Same Face As Uploaded With A Confident Demeanour. His Head Is Adorned With Voluminous, Adding Texture And Depth To The Composition. The Portrait Is Rendered In A High-contrast Black-and-white Style, Standing Out Against The Minimalist Background. His Expression Is Calm Yet Determined, With One Eye Partially Obscured By A Bold Red Rectangular Overlay That Adds A Modern, Artistic Flair The Background Is A Smooth, Textured Grey Canvas. Serving As A Neutral Backdrop That Enhances The Focal Elements. Overlaid Vertically Along The Left Side Of The Image, The Word "Cristo Mon Is Repeated In Large. Bold Black Letters With A Slight Transparency Effect. Creating A Layered. Dynamic Look Interspersed Within This Text Are Iconic Design Elements: A Prominent Nike Logo In Red Near The Top, A Stylized Red "C" Lower Down, And A Vertical Red Line That Punctuates The Design. To The Right, A Red Geometric Frame Surrounds The Obscured Eye, Drawing Attention To The Interplay Of Colour And Form. At The Bottom Right, The Phrase "Work Smart Not Hard" Is Written In Bold Red Capital Letters, With "Smart" In A Smaller, Elegant Cursive Script Beneath It Signed Off With "Graphics" In A Matching Style, Suggesting A Personal Or Brand Signature. The Bottom Left Corner Features The Hashtag #Mon" In Red, Reinforcing The Identity Theme The Young Man's Attire, A Partially Visible Black Leather Jacket With An Open Collar, Adds A Rugged Yet Stylish Edge To The Overall Aesthetic. The Lighting Is Soft Yet Dramatic. Highlighting The Textures Of His Hair And Jacket, While The Red Accents Pop Vividly Against The Grayscale Tones, Creating A Cohesive, High-energy Visual That Blends Streetwear Culture With Graphic Artistry. Photorealistic, Shallow Depth Of Field, High-resolution Dslr Quality, Hasselblad X2D 100C, Shallow Depth Of Field, Sharply Focused On Me. 4:5 Aspect Ratio. Make It 8K Ultra Realistic, Hyper Detailed
Prompt 5:
A hyper-realistic cinematic 9:16 portrait based on the uploaded image, keeping the same face and hairstyle of Create a realistic digital portrait, of a young person sitting at a wooden table in an elegant, warmly lit vintage room. Replace the face with the uploaded photo, keeping the same seated pose: slightly leaning forward, sipping from a white ceramic cup with one hand, while the other hand rests near an open book. The person is wearing a black hoodie with colorful emoji and planetary designs, and dark sunglasses. On the table, include a glowing smartphone screen, a small vase with fresh flowers, and the open book. The background should feature large windows with flowing draped curtains, a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and a classical portrait painting on the wall. Use warm ambient lighting to create a cozy, intellectual atmosphere. Blend traditional elegance with modern digital lifestyle.
Prompt 6:
A hyper-realistic cinematic 9:16 portrait based on the uploaded image, keeping the same face and. hairstyle of Create a realistic digital portrait of a young person sitting at a polished wooden table in a warmly lit, elegant study room with classical decor. Replace the face with the uploaded photo, keeping the same seated pose: wearing a black hoodie and dark sunglasses, leaning slightly forward while reading an open book. The person should appear deeply focused and calm. On the table, include a steaming cup of coffee or tea on a saucer, a closed book, a pen, and a small vase with red and white flowers. The background must feature tall windows with drawn curtains, a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, wall sconces emitting soft
Prompt 7:
A hyper-realistic cinematic 9:16 portrait based on the uploaded image, keeping the same face and hairstyle of Create a realistic digital portrait of a young person sitting at a table in an elegant, warmly lit room with classical decor. Replace the face with the uploaded photo, keeping the same seated pose: wearing a black hoodie and dark sunglasses, sipping from a white ceramic cup with visible steam rising from it. The person should appear.calm and introspective. On the table, include an open book, a smartphone with a colorful glowing screen, and a small vase of fresh flowers. The background must feature tall windows with rich draped curtains, a chandelier hanging from the ceiling, and a classical portrait painting on the wall. Use warm ambient lighting to create a cozy, sophisticated atmosphere that blends vintage
Prompt 8:
Create an 8K hyper-realistic, ultra-realistic fashion editorial portrait of a man (face exactly matching the uploaded photo, 100% identical, smiling). The man is leaning slightly forward on one knee in a relaxed, dynamic pose. One hand rests on his thigh while the other gently brushes through his messy hair falling over one eye. The camera is positioned at a low angle, slightly tilted upwards, creating a dramatic perspective. He is surrounded by lush greenery and yellow wildflowers. He is wearing a chunky cable-knit sweater featuring a large, striking jungle-themed animal/nature design on the front. Signature: Amanzaid Creations. Do not alter or edit the face. The style is ultra-realistic, fashion editorial, with cinematic lighting and vibrant colors. The camera captures him at a medium-full body distance, with sharp focus on the face and a natural bokeh background. For the pose, the man is leaning slightly forward on one knee, one hand on his thigh and the other brushing
Prompt 9:
Create an 8K hyper-realistic, ultra-realistic fashion editorial portrait of a man (face exactly matching the uploaded photo, 100% identical, smiling). The man is leaning slightly forward on one knee in a relaxed, dynamic pose. One hand rests on his thigh while the other gently brushes through his messy hair falling over one eye. The camera is positioned at a low angle, slightly tilted upwards, creating a dramatic perspective. He is surrounded by lush greenery and yellow wildflowers. He is wearing a chunky cable-knit sweater featuring a large, strikingjungle-themed animal/nature design on the tront. signature: AmanZaid Creations. Do not alter or edit the face. The style is ultra-realistic, fashion editorial, with cinematic lighting and vibrant colors. The camera captures him at a medium-full body distance, with sharp focus on the face and a natural bokeh background. For the pose, the man is leaning slightly forward on one knee, one hand on his thigh and the other brushing
Prompt 10:
Generate a full-body image of me - a slim boy (use my uploaded image as reference with 100% accurate face, do not change or edit my face) inspired by "Dil Diyan Gallan" style. He is wearing a black T-shirt, light green jacket, a black muffler, baggy cargo pants, and black sunglasses. Change the pose and camera position: he is walking forward slowly through the snow with one hand holding the black muffler near his neck and the other hand hanging relaxed by his side, body slightly leaning forward, and giving a romantic intense look (no smile. The camera is positioned at a slightly low front angle, capturing his full body in a cinematic wide shot. The background is a snow-covered mountain forest during active snowfall, with cold winter ambiance, soft depth of field, and a film-like cinematic feel (no sunlight).
Image Credit: Gemini AI