Turn Your Photo Into A Painting Instantly
With just one click, transform any photo into a stunning piece of art.
![befunky mobile app ui showing pointillism and oil painting effects](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/4ba4442e-4426-49d2-8d4c-137421857a83_photo-to-painting-mobile-hero.png?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=529)
![portrait of a woman with curly hair](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOqZ0aF0TcGIwle_hero-photo-to-painting-2.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=896)
![river running down a hill](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOqYUaF0TcGIwlc_hero-photo-to-painting-5.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=896)
![portrait of a man with a pointillism effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/733642d3-fa96-4983-8963-663c7f00be6e_hero-photo-to-painting-1.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=896)
![mountain landscape photo with watercolor effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/5c1b3c1b-3764-45c8-a817-0bef6b666744_hero-photo-to-painting-3.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=896)
![close up of a cat with an artistic effect applied](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOqZUaF0TcGIwld_hero-photo-to-painting-4.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=896)
Artistic Styles for Any Photo
With BeFunky, going from photo to painting is a breeze. Explore our artistic filters – from watercolor to impressionist – and unleash your inner artist! Our artificial intelligence helps you transform portraits, landscapes, and more into beautiful digital art. Our classic painting filters apply a textured look and vibrant colors to your pictures. DLX art filters offer faster and more refined results, while our GFX collection faithfully reproduces every brush stroke with lifelike precision. Visit our Artsy section to see just how easy it is to turn your pictures into digital paintings!
![original portrait of a woman and three versions with different artsy effects applied](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOqV0aF0TcGIwlZ_landing-photo-to-painting-img-1.png?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
Realistic Oil Painting Filters
Creating real oil paintings requires patience. The oil paint drying process alone can take weeks! With our Oil Painting effects, you can turn photos into beautiful paintings in seconds. These effects mimic techniques of some of the most influential and recognizable oil paintings. Enhance portraits with a timeless Regency-era look using Realist GFX, or add motion to landscapes with Impasto GFX. Get creative without needing canvas or paint!
![portrait of a woman wearing a jacket and smiling with an oil paint effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOgnUaF0TcGIwdj_senior-woman-portrait-impasto-gfx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
![portrait of a woman wearing a jacket and smiling](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOgn0aF0TcGIwdk_senior-woman-portrait.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
Start Turning Your Photos Into Oil Paintings
![portrait of a man in front of a circular painting](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/2fb3d119-32a5-48f0-b494-7f773e437e79_features-oil-painting.png?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Classic Collection
Our classic Oil Painting effects are inspired by the thick brush strokes and rich texture of traditional oil paintings.
![portrait of a woman with long curly hair](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrJ57kaF0TcGIu37_features-oil-painting-dlx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Oil Painting DLX
Our DLX effect makes it even easier to apply an oil painting effect. Enjoy lifelike results with well-blended brush strokes and striking lines.
![portrait of a woman in front of a 2 color wall](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZnMtPJm069VX15Q1_features-impasto-gfx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Impasto GFX
Impasto GFX applies movement and depth to your images with this textured painting effect, inspired by Renaissance art and artists like Vincent van Gogh.
![portrait of a man wearing a hat in the mountains](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZqqUYx5LeNNTxreO_features-realist.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Realist GFX
Use Realist GFX to give your portraits a romantic Regency-era look. Blended brush strokes turn your photo into a soft, realistic oil painting.
One-Click Watercolor Filters
Get creative with our beautiful watercolor filters, designed to turn your photo into a realistic watercolor painting. Unique to BeFunky, our watercolor effects soften images and add an ethereal quality. Layer our DLX and GFX watercolor effects to enhance your favorite photos – whether you're capturing a portrait, a tranquil nature scene, or a pet. Print and frame the results to cherish the memories for years to come.
![person walking through a field of purple vegetation with watercolor effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOh_kaF0TcGIwei_person-walking-through-field-watercolor-gfx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
![person walking through a field of purple vegetation](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOh_UaF0TcGIweh_person-walking-through-field.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
Create a Fluid Watercolor Painting
![close up of flowers with watercolor effect applied](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/677cef9c-f9aa-4783-88d4-89536fd29fcf_features-watercolor.png?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=581)
Classic Collection
Our classic watercolor filters highlight important details in your image – like facial features, textures, and shadows – for captivating results.
![portrait of a woman with watercolor dlx effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrJ57UaF0TcGIu36_features-watercolor-dlx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=581)
Watercolor DLX
This watercolor effect softens image details and uses the original color palette in each dynamic brush stroke.
![house on a lake with its refection in the water](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZqqUXx5LeNNTxreK_features-watercolor-gfx-2.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=581)
Watercolor GFX
Watercolor GFX is our most realistic watercolor filter yet. Customize how closely it matches your original photo – without losing detail or adding distortion.
Dynamic Impressionist Painting Filters
The impressionist movement became popular in the 19th century, but these art filters will breathe new life into your next project. Using short brushstrokes and vibrant colors, this style encourages spontaneous art. Unlike traditional styles, impressionist paintings don't rely on meticulous planning. While typical subjects include landscapes and portraits, our Impressionist filters work on any photo for instant textured fluidity.
![landscape photo of mountains in background and lake in foreground with impressionist effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOldUaF0TcGIwhD_landscape-clouds-mountains-lake-impressionist-gfx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
![landscape photo of mountains in background and lake in foreground](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOldEaF0TcGIwhC_landscape-clouds-mountains-lake.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
Get Started With Impressionist-Inspired Photo Filters
![portrait of a woman obscured by bushes](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/acb797eb-6a8d-4d4a-904c-8a1e8c2c4012_features-impressionist.png?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Impressionist
Our Impressionist filters are inspired by classic color palettes and brush strokes. Think Van Gogh and Renoir!
![high plains desert landscape](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrJ57EaF0TcGIu35_features-impressionist-dlx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Impressionist DLX
Impressionist DLX adds gritty texture and short brush strokes to your image, instantly transforming it and adding depth.
![photo of a fox with impressionist effect applied](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrJ560aF0TcGIu34_features-impressionist-gfx.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Impressionist GFX
Impressionist GFX shows how AI can capture the texture and detail of an impressionist painting without losing the essence of your photo.
![portrait of a woman in a field of sunflowers](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZqtM0B5LeNNTxtd7_features-artsy.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Pointillism
This neo-impressionist effect turns your image's colors into pure, raw tones, using a spotting technique to create a striking composition rich in textures.
An Array of Artistic Filters to Inspire You
BeFunky offers dozens of unique artistic photo filters to try, making it easy to add creativity to your images in seconds. From the abstract expressionism of classic pop art prints to the matte texture and bright colors of a pastel painting, we’ve got you covered. Choose from your favorite art styles and mediums - or maybe try something new from our versatile collection of artistic photo editing tools.
![woman gardening with artistic effect applied](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOnVUaF0TcGIwiO_woman-vineyard-pastel-1.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
![woman gardening](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrOnV0aF0TcGIwiP_woman-vineyard.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=863)
Discover Your New Favorite Artistic Style
![portrait of a man smiling with pop art effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZqqUXh5LeNNTxreJ_features-pop-art.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Pop Art
Our Pop Art filters use halftones and color blocking to recreate one of the most recognizable art styles. Whichever filter you choose, you’ll love the results.
![portrait of a girl with pastel effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ccd3235d-0a97-4cde-a646-c58eca9d391f_features-pastel.png?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Pastel
Pastels are known for their vibrant and versatile colors. High-value hues and a matte texture make sure your artwork stands out.
![close up of sunflower with gouache effect applied](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZrJ56kaF0TcGIu33_features-gouache.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Gouache
This style layers vibrant, flat colors to create eye-catching compositions. Our Gouache filters turn your photo into a beautiful painting that really stands out.
![landscape with trees and an underpainting effect](https://www.befunky.com/images/prismic/ZqqUXh5LeNNTxreI_features-underpainting.jpg?auto=avif,webp&format=jpg&width=420)
Underpainting
Applying an Underpainting effect is a great way to explore simplified compositions and color palettes, smooth sharp details, and highlight contrasting hues.
Artistic Styles With Endless Possibilities
Discover creative ways to turn your photos into paintings!
How to Turn a Photo Into a Painting
Learn how to transform any picture into a painting with a single click. We'll guide you through the process and provide examples of our favorite photo-to-painting filters.
How to Use Underpainting to Enhance Your Photo
While you can use our Underpainting effects on their own, you can also use them to create a base layer for more creative editing. Find out how!
Turn Your Photos Into Oil Paintings in Seconds
Learn how to turn any photo into an oil painting. Plus, get inspired with more creative ideas.
Transform Your Photos Into Watercolors
This tutorial shows you how to create a watercolor painting from a photo – no water needed.
How to Apply an Impressionist Painting Effect
Capture the natural beauty and dynamic movement of your images with an impressionist style photo filter.
Turn Your Pet Photo Into an Oil Painting
Transform pictures of your pet into a classic oil paintings! Highlight their best features with texture and vibrant colors.
How to Turn Your Photo Into a Painting
Create your own digital painting in just 3 steps!
01. Upload Your Photo
Open your image in BeFunky’s Photo Editor.
02. Choose Your Effect
Go to the Artsy section and choose your favorite painting filter. Then, fine-tune the settings to your liking.
03. Save It
Save your image to your computer or share it on social media.