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AI Video workflow

Animate one or more images while preserving their visual identity

Image to Video adds motion to uploaded visuals. Seedance 2.5 uses one image as an exact first frame or two images as exact first and last frames. Seedance 2.0 can instead accept up to five ordered reference images, with an optional first and last frame mode.

Veo uses one image as the first frame or two images as the first and last frames. Compare supported video models, keep the prompt focused on change over time, and choose settings that match the source material and final channel.

  • Portrait animation
  • Product image motion
  • Illustration and artwork animation
  • Keyframe-to-shot prototyping
Cinematic camera scene used as a visual reference for animating a still image with AI
Visual reference · Seedance 2.5
A composition reference for planning a image to video prompt. Final results vary by model and settings.
A practical workflow

From input to a reviewable result.

Keep the first attempt focused, review the result, and change one variable at a time. This makes model comparisons and prompt improvements easier to evaluate.

  1. 01

    Upload strong source images

    Add one or two exact JPG, PNG, or WebP frames for Seedance 2.5, or use the limits shown for the selected Seedance 2.0 or Veo model.

  2. 02

    Direct the motion

    Describe subject movement, environmental motion, camera movement, and the desired pace without re-describing every visible detail.

  3. 03

    Choose model and output

    Select the model, Aspect Ratio, Resolution, duration, and audio options that suit the source and destination.

Better inputs

Practical tips before you generate.

  • Use a clean source image without accidental crops or obstructed subjects.
  • Separate camera movement from subject movement in the prompt.
  • Begin with subtle motion when preserving a face, logo, or product shape is critical.
  • Keep the output Aspect Ratio close to the reference image to reduce reframing.
Questions, answered

About Image to Video.

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