Create a portrait sketch video from a single photo

Turn face photographs into captivating pencil drawing videos that show the likeness emerging smoothly from initial outline to fine detail.

60 FPS video output · 20 credits for a standard video · no card required

Portrait pencil sketch result
60 FPS animation

See the source image and drawing reveal

A portrait photo transforms into a pencil drawing through an authentic stroke-by-stroke 60 FPS video.

Portrait source photo
Source asset
Portrait pencil drawing output
Drawing finish

Built for your specific creative workflow

Whether animating portraits, diagrams, character designs, or architectural studies, Speedpaint adapts to your exact visual goal.

Portrait artists & illustrators

Provide clients with an animated making-of reveal alongside final commissioned artwork.

Wedding & lifestyle photographers

Deliver enchanting drawing process videos for wedding albums, milestone birthdays, and couple shoots.

Social media creators

Produce viral transformation clips for Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts that boost engagement.

How the creation process works

No drawing skills or screen recording rigs required. Speedpaint automates stroke trajectory planning and renders a natural pencil animation.

01

Upload a portrait photo

Faces with clear lighting, distinct eyes, and sharp contours create the most striking sketch paths.

02

Pick your portrait pencil style

Choose detailed graphite shading, charcoal atelier texture, or clean minimalist contours.

03

Download video & high-res sketch

Export high-definition 60 FPS MP4 video and high-resolution PNG sketch.

Clear output, transparent pricing

A standard drawing video costs 20 credits ($0.20) for up to 60 seconds. New accounts start with 200 free trial credits. Static sketch downloads cost 5 credits. One-time credits never expire, with full commercial rights included.

Commercial licensing included

Publish your exported drawings and 60 FPS videos directly to YouTube, client deliveries, course curricula, social feeds, and advertising campaigns.

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Frequently asked questions

Key details about rendering quality, export options, and format support.

How much does a standard drawing video cost?

A standard drawing animation uses 20 credits, which is $0.20 for up to 60 seconds at the standard $1 = 100 credits rate. Each additional started minute adds 10 credits. Static sketch downloads cost 5 credits. New accounts receive 200 free trial credits, and credits never expire.

What can I use the exported video and sketch for?

You receive full commercial rights to use your exported Speedpaint drawings and videos in monetized YouTube channels, client deliveries, teaching curricula, keynote presentations, and advertising campaigns.

Does Speedpaint create a genuine stroke-by-stroke animation?

Yes. Speedpaint extracts topological contours, plans an authentic single-pass drawing trajectory, and renders a smooth 60 FPS video showing the physical drawing reveal.

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