Animate static images using Magic Hour Image to Video

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Demo summary

The user shows how to upload an enhanced image and apply motion prompts such as 'cinematic camera push-in' and 'natural blinking' to generate a 4-6 second video clip.

Step-by-step

Switch to the Image to Video tool
Upload the upgraded image
Write a short motion prompt describing the desired movement
Select the aspect ratio based on your target platform
Click Generate

Options

Select Vertical format for Shorts or Reels
Select Horizontal format for YouTube
Add environmental effects like light flicker or wind movement
Apply different motion directions like a slow zoom, slight pan, or camera arc

Tips

Keep motion prompts subtle to ensure the video feels like a gentle cinematic shot rather than chaotic
Build a pack of variations from the same base asset for A/B testing or multi-platform posting
Use specific prompts like 'natural blinking' or 'soft hair motion' to introduce controlled motion in the subject

Highlights

“The concept is simple. Upload one image, write a short motion prompt, choose aspect ratio, generate.”

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