Image to Prompt

Analyze images and generate detailed, reproduction-quality prompts for AI image generation.

Workflow

Step 1: Category Detection

First, classify the image into one of these categories:

• portrait — People as main subject (photos, artwork, digital art)
• landscape — Natural scenery, cityscapes, architecture, outdoor environments
• product — Commercial product photos, merchandise
• animal — Animals as main subject
• illustration — Diagrams, infographics, UI mockups, technical drawings
• other — Images that don't fit above categories

Step 2: Category-Specific Analysis

Generate a detailed prompt based on the detected category.

Usage

Basic Analysis

# Analyze an image (auto-detect category)
openclaw message send --image /path/to/image.jpg "Analyze this image and generate a detailed prompt for reproduction"

Specify Output Format

Natural Language (default):

Analyze this image and write a detailed, flowing prompt description (600-1000 words for portraits, 400-600 for others).

Structured JSON:

Analyze this image and output a structured JSON description with all visual elements categorized.

With Dimensions Extraction

Request dimension highlights to get tagged phrases for each visual aspect:

Analyze this image with dimension extraction. Tag phrases for: backgrounds, objects, characters, styles, actions, colors, moods, lighting, compositions, themes.

Category-Specific Elements

Portrait Analysis Covers:

• Model/Style: Photography type, quality level, visual style
• Subject: Gender, age, ethnicity, skin tone, body type
• Facial Features: Eyes, lips, face shape, expression
• Hair: Color, length, style, part
• Pose: Body position, orientation, leg/hand positions, gaze
• Clothing: Type, color, pattern, fit, material, style
• Accessories: Jewelry, bags, hats, etc.
• Environment: Location, ground, background, atmosphere
• Lighting: Type, time of day, shadows, contrast, color temperature
• Camera: Angle, height, shot type, lens, depth of field, perspective
• Technical: Realism, post-processing, resolution

Landscape Analysis Covers:

• Terrain and water features
• Sky and atmospheric elements
• Foreground/background composition
• Natural lighting and atmosphere
• Color palette and photography style

Product Analysis Covers:

• Product features and materials
• Design elements and shape
• Staging and background
• Studio lighting setup
• Commercial photography style

Animal Analysis Covers:

• Species identification and markings
• Pose and behavior
• Expression and character
• Habitat and setting
• Wildlife/pet photography style

Illustration Analysis Covers:

• Diagram type (flowchart, infographic, UI, etc.)
• Visual elements (icons, shapes, connectors)
• Layout and hierarchy
• Design style (flat, isometric, etc.)
• Color scheme and meaning

Output Examples

Natural Language Output (Portrait)

{
  "prompt": "A stunning photorealistic portrait of a young woman in her mid-20s with fair porcelain skin and warm pink undertones. She has striking emerald green almond-shaped eyes with long dark lashes, full rose-colored lips curved in a subtle confident smile, and an oval face with high cheekbones..."
}

Structured Output (Portrait)

{
  "structured": {
    "model": "photorealistic",
    "quality": "ultra high",
    "style": "cinematic natural light photography",
    "subject": {
      "identity": "young beautiful woman",
      "gender": "female",
      "age": "mid 20s",
      "ethnicity": "European",
      "skin_tone": "fair porcelain with pink undertones",
      "body_type": "slim athletic",
      "facial_features": {
        "eyes": "emerald green, almond-shaped, intense gaze",
        "lips": "full, rose pink, subtle smile",
        "face_shape": "oval with high cheekbones",
        "expression": "confident and serene"
      },
      "hair": {
        "color": "warm honey blonde",
        "length": "long",
        "style": "soft waves",
        "part": "center"
      }
    },
    "pose": {
      "position": "standing",
      "body_orientation": "three-quarter turn to camera",
      "legs": "weight on right leg, relaxed stance",
      "hands": {
        "right_hand": "resting on hip",
        "left_hand": "hanging naturally at side"
      },
      "gaze": "direct eye contact with camera"
    },
    "clothing": {
      "type": "flowing maxi dress",
      "color": "dusty rose",
      "pattern": "solid",
      "details": "V-neckline, cinched waist, silk material",
      "style": "romantic feminine"
    },
    "accessories": ["delicate gold necklace", "small hoop earrings"],
    "environment": {
      "location": "outdoor garden",
      "ground": "cobblestone path",
      "background": "blooming roses, soft bokeh",
      "atmosphere": "dreamy and romantic"
    },
    "lighting": {
      "type": "natural sunlight",
      "time": "golden hour",
      "shadow_quality": "soft diffused shadows",
      "contrast": "medium",
      "color_temperature": "warm"
    },
    "camera": {
      "angle": "slightly below eye level",
      "camera_height": "chest height",
      "shot_type": "medium shot",
      "lens": "85mm",
      "depth_of_field": "shallow",
      "perspective": "slight compression, flattering"
    },
    "mood": "romantic, confident, ethereal",
    "realism": "highly photorealistic",
    "post_processing": "soft color grading, subtle glow",
    "resolution": "8k"
  }
}

With Dimensions

{
  "prompt": "...",
  "dimensions": {
    "backgrounds": ["outdoor garden", "blooming roses", "soft bokeh"],
    "objects": ["delicate gold necklace", "small hoop earrings"],
    "characters": ["young beautiful woman", "mid 20s", "European"],
    "styles": ["photorealistic", "cinematic natural light photography"],
    "actions": ["standing", "three-quarter turn", "direct eye contact"],
    "colors": ["dusty rose", "honey blonde", "emerald green"],
    "moods": ["romantic", "confident", "ethereal", "dreamy"],
    "lighting": ["golden hour", "natural sunlight", "soft diffused shadows"],
    "compositions": ["medium shot", "85mm", "shallow depth of field"],
    "themes": ["romantic feminine", "portrait photography"]
  }
}

Tips for Best Results

1. High-resolution images produce more detailed prompts
2. Clear, well-lit images yield better category detection
3. Request structured output when you need programmatic access to individual elements
4. Use dimensions extraction when building prompt databases or training data
5. Specify word count expectations for natural language output if needed

Integration

This skill works with any vision-capable model. For best results, use:

• GPT-4 Vision
• Claude 3 (Opus/Sonnet)
• Gemini Pro Vision