Portrait Transfer Grid
Break a portrait into smaller sections so proportions are easier to copy.
Free browser tool
Grid Art Maker
Turn photos into grid art references for drawing, mural transfer, portraits, and classroom projects. Add precise lines and labels, then download free.
Grid overlay
Add a precise drawing grid to a photo
Precision grid preview
Blank Portrait 4:5 grid, 6 rows x 6 columns
Grid art workflows
Real creator workflows: profile grids, portrait references, and post-ready exports.
Line Art Reference
Use clean outlines after the grid when you want a simpler drawing base.
Finished Social Preview
Place the reference, sketch, and final result into a clean photo grid.
How to Make Grid Art From a Photo
1
Upload a Reference Photo
Choose a clear portrait, object, landscape, or still life image.
2
Add Grid Lines and Labels
Set the grid density and label cells so each section can be transferred accurately.
3
Draw or Export
Use the grid for hand drawing, mural transfer, classroom work, or a polished social post.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is grid art?+
Grid art uses a visible grid to break an image into smaller sections, making it easier to copy proportions accurately.
Can beginners use the grid method?+
Yes. A grid helps beginners focus on one square at a time instead of guessing the whole image at once.
Can I print the grid art reference?+
Yes. Choose a paper format, adjust the grid style, and download a printable PNG.
Can I remove the photo and export only the grid?+
Yes. Start without uploading a photo when you need a blank grid template.
Creator outcomes
What creators usually make with this.
Use the free browser tool for the base export, then keep the AI enhancer separate for the final polish step.
Grid overlayAdd a precise drawing grid to a photo
Keep facial proportions readable with thin cyan lines over the reference.
Open workflowCollage exportExport a clean 2x2 portrait collage
Combine creator photos into one balanced square post with crisp gutters.
Open workflow
9:16 collageExport a vertical TikTok photo grid
Create a 9:16-ready collage with safe-area framing for photo mode posts.
Open workflow