You can turn a single selfie into a set of holiday portraits in about ten minutes. Upload one clear photo to an image-editing model on NewYouGo, paste a holiday prompt that tells the model to keep your face the same, set a 9:16 vertical frame, and download the result for Reels, Shorts or TikTok. If you want motion, you can animate the finished still into a short 5–10 second clip.
This guide walks through the whole season: a Thanksgiving dinner portrait for November 26, a snowy Christmas sweater scene, and a 2026 → 2027 New Year countdown shot. Every prompt below is ready to copy.
Facts at a glance (checked 2026-11-04, Asia/Shanghai)
- Image edit models used here: Nano Banana Pro (24 credits at 1K/2K, 48 at 4K), Seedream 4.5 Edit (18 credits), GPT Image 2 (18 credits).
- Optional motion: Kling 3 Video or P-Video (studio default around 160 credits for 720p / 5s).
- Free path: signed-in users get 20 free FLUX.1 Schnell images per day on /models/flux-schnell only. That allowance does not cover video, music, or premium and edit models.
- Credit costs are as shown on the page; confirm before you run. Full table: /pricing.
Pick one clear selfie
The selfie you start with matters more than any prompt. Models copy what they can see, so give them a clean, honest reference.
- Light your face evenly. Stand facing a window during the day, or use soft indoor light in front of you. Avoid strong overhead light that casts shadows under the eyes, and avoid backlighting that turns your face into a silhouette.
- Face the camera. A straight-on or slight three-quarter angle works well. Keep both eyes visible and avoid heavy tilts, hands over the face, or sunglasses.
- Use a plain background. A wall or a simple room lets the model replace the scene without leaving odd shapes behind.
- Keep it sharp. Hold the phone at arm's length rather than zooming in, and tap to focus on your face. A blurry source produces a blurry likeness.
- Save as JPG or PNG. Both upload cleanly. If your phone saves HEIC, switch the camera to "Most Compatible" or export a JPG copy first. Crop out large empty space so your face fills a good part of the frame.
- Only use photos you have permission to use. Your own face is fine. For a partner, friend or child, ask first, and do not create portraits of people who have not agreed to it.
One good selfie is enough. You will reuse the same file for every holiday so all three portraits look like the same person.
Choose an image model (then optional short video)
NewYouGo hosts several image and video models. For a holiday portrait you only need one image-editing model, plus a video model if you want a moving clip.
For editing your selfie into a scene (image-to-image):
- Nano Banana Pro handles detailed scene changes while keeping facial features steady. It costs 24 credits per image at 1K or 2K, and 48 credits at 4K, per /pricing. Choose 4K only if you plan to print.
- Seedream 4.5 Edit is a good fit for warm, polished, photographic looks such as a cozy dinner table or soft window light. It is listed at 18 credits on the pricing table.
- GPT Image 2 follows long, specific instructions well, which helps with text-like details such as a "2027" balloon or a countdown clock. It is 18 credits per image.
For an optional 5–10 second clip:
- Kling 3 Video animates a still into a short clip with gentle motion such as falling snow or a raised glass.
- P-Video opens with a studio default of around 160 credits for 720p at 5 seconds, as shown on the page; confirm before you run.
If you are unsure which video model suits your shot, our comparison of Kling 3 vs Seedance 2 Fast vs LTX-2 for image-to-video covers motion quality and cost side by side.
Warm-up on the free path: signed-in users get 20 free FLUX.1 Schnell images per day on /models/flux-schnell. This is separate from paid credits. It is useful for testing holiday backgrounds, colors and compositions before you spend credits on an edit model, but it does not cover video, music, or premium and edit models. For more free options, see our guide to free AI image generators without watermarks.
All credit amounts in this section are as shown on the page; confirm before you run.
Three copy-paste prompts
Upload your selfie as the reference image, then paste one of the prompts below. Each starts with the same identity line so your face stays consistent across the set.
Thanksgiving dinner table (November 26)
Keep the person's face, skin tone, age, hairstyle and expression exactly as in the reference photo. Place them seated at a warm Thanksgiving dinner table in the evening, wearing a cream knit sweater. On the table: a roast turkey, pumpkin pie, candles, autumn leaves and small gourds. Soft golden candlelight, shallow depth of field, cozy family atmosphere. Photorealistic portrait, vertical 9:16 composition, face in the upper third.Christmas sweater snow scene
Keep the person's face, skin tone, age, hairstyle and expression exactly as in the reference photo. Show them outdoors at dusk in light falling snow, wearing a red and green knitted Christmas sweater and a wool scarf. Behind them: a decorated pine tree with warm string lights and a softly blurred snowy street. Gentle smile, rosy cheeks, cinematic winter lighting. Photorealistic portrait, vertical 9:16 composition.New Year countdown, 2026 → 2027
Keep the person's face, skin tone, age, hairstyle and expression exactly as in the reference photo. Show them at a rooftop New Year's Eve party at midnight, holding a glass and smiling, dressed in a dark velvet outfit. Behind them: fireworks over a city skyline and gold balloons that spell "2027". Confetti in the air, sparkling bokeh lights. Photorealistic portrait, vertical 9:16 composition.Negative-prompt tips. If the model supports a negative prompt field, add: extra fingers, extra limbs, distorted hands, different person, older or younger face, changed eye color, watermark, logo, text artifacts, blurry face. If there is no separate field, add a short line at the end of the prompt such as "Do not change the person's age or face, no extra limbs, no watermark or stray text."
For "2027" balloons, generate two or three versions and keep the one where the numbers read correctly. GPT Image 2 tends to handle short text more reliably.
Keep the face consistent
A holiday set works when all three portraits are clearly the same person. A few habits make that much more likely.
- Use the same selfie every time. Do not switch to a different photo halfway through the set, and do not feed a generated image back in as the new reference unless you are happy with how it looks.
- Repeat the identity line. Start every prompt with "Keep the person's face, skin tone, age, hairstyle and expression exactly as in the reference photo." It is short, but it anchors the model.
- Change one thing per iteration. If the lighting is right but the sweater is wrong, edit only the sweater line. Large rewrites invite the model to reinterpret your face too.
- Do not over-restyle hair or age. Requests like "long curly hair" or "glamorous makeup" pull the result away from your real look. Keep hair changes small, such as adding a hat or scarf.
- Compare side by side. Before posting, place the three portraits next to each other. If one drifts, rerun just that one with the same seed or settings if the studio offers them.
Export vertical for Reels, Shorts and TikTok
- Set 9:16 in the studio before you generate, rather than cropping afterwards. Cropping a square image to vertical often cuts off the top of the head or the holiday details.
- Download PNG or JPG. PNG keeps more detail for editing; JPG is smaller and uploads faster. Either works on Instagram, YouTube Shorts and TikTok.
- For a short clip, start from the still. Take your finished portrait into Kling 3 Video or P-Video and describe small, natural motion: "snow keeps falling, she smiles and looks at the camera" or "fireworks burst behind him as he raises his glass." Subtle motion keeps the face steadier than big movements.
- Be honest when you post. Use the platform's AI-generated label where one is available, or mention in the caption that the portrait was made with AI. Your followers will appreciate it, and it keeps your account in line with platform rules.
FAQ
Is any of this free?
Signed-in users get 20 free FLUX.1 Schnell images per day on /models/flux-schnell. That allowance is only for FLUX.1 Schnell. The edit models used for selfie portraits, and all video models, use paid credits.
Which model should I use for face edits?
Start with Nano Banana Pro for detailed scene changes, Seedream 4.5 Edit for warm photographic looks, or GPT Image 2 when your prompt includes text such as "2027". Run the same prompt on two models if you want to compare.
Can I animate my holiday portrait?
Yes. Upload the finished still to Kling 3 Video or P-Video and generate a 5–10 second clip. Video uses paid credits.
How many credits does a holiday portrait cost?
On the pricing table, Nano Banana Pro is 24 credits at 1K/2K and 48 at 4K, while Seedream 4.5 Edit and GPT Image 2 are 18 credits each. P-Video's studio default is around 160 credits for 720p / 5s. These are as shown on the page; confirm before you run on /pricing.
Can I use the portraits commercially?
Usage rights depend on your plan. Check the plan details on /pricing before using a portrait in ads, products or client work, and only use faces you have permission to use.
Make your holiday set today
Pick your clearest selfie, open Nano Banana Pro, Seedream 4.5 Edit or GPT Image 2, and paste the Thanksgiving prompt first. Once you have a portrait you love, reuse the same selfie for Christmas and New Year 2027, then bring your favorite to Kling 3 Video or P-Video for a short clip. Want to test ideas first? Try a few backgrounds on FLUX.1 Schnell with your free daily images.