Realistic AI photos are the foundation of a convincing AI influencer. If generated images look artificial, followers won't engage. This guide covers practical techniques for getting the most photorealistic results from Larpable.
What Makes AI Photos Look Realistic
Several factors contribute to realism in AI-generated photos:
- Lighting consistency — the lighting on the person should match the scene's lighting
- Skin texture — natural skin with realistic pores, not plastic-smooth
- Proportions — facial features and body proportions that look natural
- Scene integration — the person should look like they belong in the environment
- Detail quality — sharp, high-resolution output without artifacts
Choosing High-Quality Reference Photos
Your reference photos define your AI identity's appearance, and their quality directly affects every generation. For the most realistic results:
- Use photos taken in natural, even lighting — avoid harsh shadows or mixed light sources
- Choose high-resolution images with clear facial detail
- Include photos with natural expressions — avoid forced smiles or unnatural poses
- Use photos without heavy makeup, filters, or editing
- Include multiple angles to give the system more information about the face
Selecting the Right Scenes
The scene image contributes as much to realism as the reference photos. A well-chosen scene makes the generated photo look natural:
- Use real photographs as scenes — not AI-generated or heavily edited images
- Choose scenes with natural lighting that matches the mood you want
- Select scenes where the person's pose is natural and relaxed
- Match the scene's camera distance to your reference photos — if your references are close-ups, use close-up scenes
Using Prompts Effectively
While Larpable handles the identity automatically, adding a prompt can help guide the style toward realism. Useful prompt elements include:
- Lighting descriptions — 'natural lighting', 'soft window light', 'golden hour'
- Photography style — 'editorial photography', 'candid photo', 'professional portrait'
- Mood — 'relaxed', 'confident', 'natural expression'
- Quality terms — 'high detail', 'sharp focus', 'photorealistic'
Tip: Keep prompts concise and focused. Overly long or complex prompts can sometimes produce less predictable results. A few descriptive terms are often more effective than a long list.
Common Mistakes That Reduce Realism
- Using low-resolution or blurry reference photos
- Choosing scenes with very different lighting from the reference photos
- Adding too many conflicting instructions in the prompt
- Using scenes with extreme poses that don't match the reference photos
- Generating at low quality settings when higher quality is available
Next Steps
Once you're producing realistic photos, learn how to turn them into videos and put your identity into different scenes.