Photo to Animation
Upload a photo—or generate one using an AI text prompt—and watch as it's magically drawn line by line.
Record Timelapse Video
Create a high-quality speed paint video of the entire drawing process from start to finish.
Outline or Full Color
Choose between a minimalist line drawing or a complete, full-color illustration to match your style.
Why Creators Love This Tool
Create speed painting animations instantly and for free.
Export videos formatted for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
No downloads, sign-ups, or credit card required. Ever.
Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.
How It Works
Our tool uses a powerful computer vision library (OpenCV.js) that runs entirely inside your web browser. It analyzes your image to find the outlines and color regions, then uses that data to recreate the image step-by-step. The entire process happens on your computer, meaning your images are never uploaded to a server, ensuring 100% privacy.
- Upload an image or generate one with AI
- Crop and adjust your settings
- Watch it transform into a timelapse drawing
- Download your video and share it with the world
Who is This For?
This tool is perfect for:
- Social Media Creators looking to make "thumb-stopping" content for their feeds.
- Artists and Designers who want to showcase their work in a new, dynamic format.
- Educators and Teachers demonstrating a concept visually or creating engaging material for class.
- Hobbyists and Parents looking for a fun, creative project to do with their photos.
Clean and Unobtrusive
Your artwork is the star of the show. We believe in providing a high-quality free tool without plastering it with obnoxious watermarks. We only add a small, tasteful "timelapsephoto.art" credit at the very end of your video, ensuring your creation remains front and center.
Now with a Kid-Friendly Page!
Looking for a fun and safe activity for kids? Our new Kid-Friendly Page offers a curated selection of fun images for them to watch get drawn, line-by-line. It's a great way to inspire creativity, with no uploads or complex settings.
Try the Kid-Friendly Page