Photo to Oil Painting

Transform portraits, pets and landscapes into painterly artwork with smooth brush strokes, richer colours and a canvas texture.

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1Add your photo

Showing a sample photo. Upload your own to edit it.

2Choose an effect
3Fine-tune

How to use Oil Painting Effect

  1. 1

    Add your photo

    Drop, paste or choose a photo. A sample photo is shown until you add yours.

  2. 2

    Adjust the oil painting effect

    The oil painting effect is already selected. Fine-tune the settings and intensity, and compare before and after.

  3. 3

    Download

    Save in full resolution as JPG, PNG or WEBP, or stack more effects first.

A painterly look from any photo

This effect uses a Kuwahara filter, a technique that smooths areas into brush-like patches while keeping edges sharp, just like strokes of oil paint. Add colour boost and canvas texture for a gallery look.

Tips

  • Larger brush sizes give a more abstract, impressionist feel; smaller brushes keep more detail.
  • Portraits look best with a medium brush so faces stay recognisable.
  • Print the result on canvas for a unique gift.

Want a drawing instead? Try Photo to Sketch.

Looking for other looks? The full Photo Filters & Effects tool has 17 effects you can combine.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take?
A second or two in the preview. The full-resolution download can take a few seconds on phones.
Which brush size should I use?
Start with 5. Use 2–4 to keep detail and 8–12 for a bold, abstract painting.
Are my photos uploaded?
No. Every effect is rendered in your browser with the HTML canvas. Your photos never leave your device and nothing is stored on a server.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up, no watermark and full-resolution downloads.
Can I combine it with other effects?
Yes. Click + Stack another effect to add grain, a vignette, a vintage look or any of the 17 effects.

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