The Complete Image-to-Video Pipeline
This tutorial covers the full workflow of creating a still image and transforming it into a dynamic video — the most popular creation pipeline on Imagiluxion.
Step 1: Create Your Base Image
Start with Seedream 4.5 for the highest quality base:
- Use a detailed prompt with clear composition
- Choose a resolution that matches your video output needs
- Pay attention to the subject positioning — it affects how animation looks
Step 2: Prepare for Animation
Before converting to video, consider:
- Static elements: What should remain still? (background, structures)
- Dynamic elements: What should move? (hair, water, fabric, camera)
- Camera path: How should the virtual camera move through the scene?
Step 3: Generate the Video
In the creation panel:
- Select "Image to Video" mode
- Upload your generated image
- Write a motion-focused prompt describing the animation
- Generate and review
Step 4: Iterate and Refine
- Try different motion descriptions for the same image
- Adjust camera movement terms for varied results
- Combine multiple clips for longer narratives (using external editing tools)
Example Workflows
- Portrait animation: Still portrait → subtle head turn with hair movement
- Landscape: Scenic photo → slow camera pan with moving clouds and water
- Product shot: Product render → 360-degree rotation with lighting changes