Keep the face. Set the scene.
Your photo gives the avatar its starting identity. Your description adds the creative choices: understated or expressive, everyday or imagined.
Think of the style and description as one direction. A calm palette and simple clothing can support a quiet portrait; a distinctive outfit and an imagined location can give a character more of a story. Choose the combination around the impression you want to make.
- The person
- One clearly visible face, natural lighting, and room around the head. A photo you recognize yourself in makes a useful reference for a personal avatar.
- The look
- Clothing, color, and the impression you want the portrait to make. Name a few details that work together, such as a dark jacket and a restrained palette.
- The setting
- A quiet studio, a playful backdrop, or the world of a new persona. Describe the surroundings when they are part of the identity you want to explore.
A direction to start with
“Soft daylight, a quiet studio, warm neutral colors, and understated clothing.”
Choose a style from the options in the tool. Keep your description focused on the elements you want to change.
To take this idea somewhere else, try a cooler palette, a more expressive outfit, or an evening setting. Keeping the reference photo gives you a familiar starting point while you explore a different presentation of the person.