Use our AI Character Generator to create a personal character to create stunning photos and videos that look just like you.
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Dream it. Create it. Use Somny's AI character generator to create AI images and videos featuring you, your family, friends, and even your pets.

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Start By Making Your AI Character

Use our AI character generator to create a lifelike digital character, free to try. We'll give you 20 free AI images so you can see what your character looks like before unlocking more.

Create AI Images That Look Just Like You

Somny’s AI image generator creates crisp, photorealistic AI portraits that actually look like you. Get personalized AI images that feel real. Not generic, distorted, or over-processed.

AI Video Generation from Your Images

Turn your Somny-generated photos or uploaded images into cinematic AI videos that capture motion, personality, and emotion. Our AI video generator brings your portraits to life with expressive movement and vivid storytelling. Just describe what you want to see and Somny creates it.

Somny's Smart Tools Unlock Your Creativity

Idea Enhancer
Elevate your ideas with smart enhancement for a richer creative direction.
AI Video Generation
Create dynamic AI animations from your images with just a few clicks.
Random Ideas
Discover new creative directions instantly with our spontaneous prompt generator.
Remix
Find the best AI image and wish it were you in it? Find your inspiration and remix it!
Interface showing photo upload and Somny's AI character generator.Example of a personalized AI image generated with Somny, the best AI image generator.
Cinematic fantasy style video demonstrating Somny AI video generation from a photo.
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See the Possibilities

See how Somny’s AI image generator creates images and videos that actually look like you. These realistic AI creations came from just a handful of photos.
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What Our Creators Say

Headshot of Debora S., who used Somny to try out new hairstyles.
Debora S.
Somny is the easiest way to try new hairstyles or create professional AI headshots. I love how realistic the images look!
Professional-looking AI-generated headshot of John L., a busy user.
John L.
I didn’t have time for a photoshoot, so I used Somny’s AI image generator. It created dozens of AI headshots that look just like me.
Portrait of Christy A., who explored different styles using Somny.
Christy A.
Somny’s AI photo generator is so much fun! I loved seeing myself in different styles and personalized AI portraits.
Image created by Alyssa R. for her salon’s Instagram.
Alyssa R.
I used a Somny AI image for my salon’s Instagram. It looks professional and helps my page stand out.

How Does Somny Work?

Somny will generate an AI character based on a few uploaded photos. Using that character, you can create AI images that look like you.
STEP ONE

Create Your Character

Add photos, and our AI character generator does the rest. Make a character once, then use it to create personalized AI images over and over.

Characters are created once and reused
STEP TWO

Get Your Free AI Images

We’ll automatically generate 20 unique AI images that bring your character to life, showcasing different styles, scenes, and creative looks.

Generate images using your characters
STEP THREE

Create AI Images and Videos

Upgrade to unlock full access and explore every style, add characters, create prompts, and create personalized AI images and videos.

Generate images using your characters

Start Free. Upgrade When You're Ready.

Discover what’s possible for free, then unlock the full power of Somny with a plan that fits your needs.
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Create your first AI character for free and see what's possible before upgrading.
Your First Character, Free
20 Images to Explore
No Credit Card Needed
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Starter
Ideal for casual creators who want to explore Somny at their own pace.
$15
Plus Tax, Billed Monthly
AI Image & Video Creation
Personalized Characters
200 Credits/Mo.*
Example: 1 Character + 150 Images
Creator
Great for active users who want more monthly credits and commercial use.
$25
Plus Tax, Billed Monthly
All Starter Benefits
For Commercial Use
400 Credits/Mo.*
15% Off
Example: 10 videos + 300 Images
Somniac
Perfect for high-volume creators with access to discounted credit top-ups.
$50
Plus Tax, Billed Monthly
All Creator Benefits
15% Discount on Top-Ups
1000 Credits/Mo.*
33% Off
Example: 30 Videos + 700 Images

*Monthly credits reset each month; top up credits roll over.

Credit Cost Breakdown:
Character:
50
Image:
1
Video:
10 (5s) | 20 (10s)

FAQs

Discover answers to common questions and tips to help you bring your creative visions to life with Somny.

What is Somny and how does it work?

Somny is an AI image and video generator that creates personalized AI images and videos based on your photos. Using advanced AI models, Somny transforms your photos into realistic AI portraits, profile pictures, AI Headshots, and creative images in different styles and settings. Simply upload your photos to generate your AI character, and use custom prompts or styles to bring your ideas to life.

Do I need to upload photos of myself to use Somny?

Yes. To generate personalized AI images, AI portraits, or AI headshots with Somny, you'll need to upload 10 to 20 clear photos of yourself. These photos are used to create your AI character, which ensures your images look realistic and unique to you.

Can I generate AI images and videos of my friends or pets?

Absolutely! Somny lets you create AI characters for your friends, family, or pets. Just upload 10 to 20 clear, high-quality photos of them to our AI image generator, and Somny will create their personalized AI images too. Please make sure you have their permission before uploading their photos.

Can Somny generate AI videos from my photos?

Yes. Somny includes a powerful AI video generator that can turn your uploaded photos or Somny generated images into short, cinematic AI videos. Simply choose an image, describe the scene you want, and Somny will animate your character with natural movement, expression, and storytelling. Our AI video generator creates videos in different lengths, giving you a fast and easy way to bring your portraits to life for social media, creative projects, and more.

Are my AI-generated images and videos private?

Yes. All of your AI images, videos, AI portraits, and AI profile pictures generated with Somny are private by default. You have full control over your creations and can choose to share them with others or keep them private.

How long does it take to generate AI images with Somny?

Somny is designed for speed and convenience. Once your AI character is ready, generating personalized AI images takes just seconds, and videos take only a minute. You can quickly create AI portraits, profile pictures, and creative images faster than with most other AI image and video generators.

How does the free image process work?

When you sign up for Somny, you can get started completely free. Simply upload your photos to create your AI character, and we'll automatically generate 20 free AI images for you to explore. See the different styles and personalized AI portraits of yourself to experience how Somny’s AI image generator works before choosing a plan.

Our Story

Scott and Wesley, longtime friends and creatives, built Somny to help people bring their wildest ideas to life.
Somny founders Wesley Reitzfeld and Scott Veltkamp smiling together
Wesley
Co-Founder / CTO
Scott
Co-Founder / CEO

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