How to generate a viral AI photo with ChatGPT (TikTok waterdrop effect)

The new TikTok trend is all about that: a AI-generated portrait, In black and white, with ultra-realistic drops of water on the face, a Proud look, a cinematographic expression... and a intense black background.This “pro photo shoot” look is a hit on the networks. And the craziest? You can do it with ChatGPT, in 30 seconds.

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The AI trend that's exploding on TikTok

Impossible to miss: this week, viral videos with the prompt “AI water drop photo” have multiplied on TikTok and Reels.

It shows creators who show:

Their selfie before
The image generated by AI in black & white
A hyper-realistic rendering, between studio shooting and movie poster

What's a hit: the droplet effect, the depth of the black, the focus on the eye and the 4:3 vertical format.

How do you generate your own AI photo with a drop of water effect?

Choose a basic photo

Take a recent, well-lit selfie, with a straight frame, look at the camera, avoid filters, the facial features must be clear.

Copy this prompt for ChatGPT (with photo) 👇:

“Hi, could you generate a very close portrait of my face by focusing on the front head, in close-up, in black and white, 35mm lens, 4 HD quality, giving a proud expression, drops of water on my face, black shadow background, black shadow background, only the face is visible, with my face sharper, 4:3 ratio”

Why does it work so well?

Because it's simple, ultra-visual, and it generates an effect cinematographic instantaneous.
No need to understand AI. Just to have the right prompt.

And bonus: you can post the result on TikTok or Insta with your before/after image, and it catches the eye directly.

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Do you want to test it live in your company?

This kind of image is perfect for a team-building workshop or a fun introduction to AI.

At AI Sisters, we integrate it into our training courses for HR, marketing, communications or innovation: a fun, educational, and personalized approach.

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