Photo edit prompt
Soften harsh shadows on a face
Soften harsh shadows on a face: a free, copy-paste prompt for Gemini and ChatGPT. Upload your photo, paste the prompt, and fill in any [BRACKETED] fields.
The prompt
Soften the harsh shadows on my face in this photo, caused by [OVERHEAD LIGHT / SUNLIGHT / FLASH]. Lift the shadows under my eyes, nose and chin gently. Keep my face shape, expression and natural skin texture exactly the same. Do not smooth skin or change features. Keep the background unchanged.
Pro tip: Ask for "fill light" if you want an even and natural change.
How to use this prompt
- Open Gemini and start a new chat.
- Upload your photo (a clear, front-facing one works best).
- Paste the prompt and replace any [BRACKETED] fields with your own details.
- Send it. If something is off, regenerate or change one detail at a time.
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Photo edit
- Works with
- Gemini · ChatGPT
- Length
- 51 words
- Fields to fill in
- OVERHEAD LIGHT / SUNLIGHT / FLASH
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for Gemini and ChatGPT. Both can edit a photo you upload.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace the field before you send it: OVERHEAD LIGHT / SUNLIGHT / FLASH. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Will the AI change my face?
The prompt tells the AI to keep faces and identities the same, but results vary between runs. If a face drifts, regenerate or reply "keep the face identical to the original".
Is my photo uploaded to PromptUp?
No. PromptUp only gives you the text of the prompt. You upload your photo directly to the AI tool you choose, under that tool's own privacy terms.
