How To Turn 3D Photos Into Videos | 3D Figurine AI With Gemini

Why Turn 3D Photos Into Videos?

A photo is cool, but a video makes people stop scrolling. On platforms like Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and even WhatsApp status, video content grabs way more attention than a static picture. Imagine showcasing your favorite selfie as a rotating collectible, or turning your pet’s photo into a video figurine spinning on a stand. Not only is it fun, it’s perfect for:

• Social media content – share toy-style reels that stand out.
• Personal collectibles – keep digital versions of your photos in figurine form.
• Creative portfolios – artists and designers can showcase character art as toy-style clips.
• Gifting ideas – surprise your friends by sending them a toy-style video of themselves.

And the best part? You don’t need heavy software or complicated editing. With the right tool, it’s literally just upload → process → download.

Step One: Creating 3D Toy-Style Photos

Before we get to the videos, you first need the photos. That’s where Gemini’s Nano Banana (and other AI tools) come in handy. You upload a regular picture, give it the right prompt, and boom—your ordinary photo looks like a toy-style figurine on an acrylic base.

Here are two prompts you can copy-paste to create these kinds of photos. If you want more, don’t forget we’ve already shared a bigger list in this detailed article.

Prompt 1

create a 1/7 scale collectible figurine of the character in the picture, in a realistic style, placed on a computer desk. The figurine has a round transparent acrylic base. On the monitor, show the modeling process of this figurine. Next to it, add toy-style packaging printed with the original artwork.

Prompt 2

turn this photo into a PVC toy-style figurine standing in front of its own packaging box. The figurine should have a glossy acrylic base and clear details. The background should be indoors with good lighting to show off the realistic textures.

Step Two: Converting Those Photos Into Videos

Now that you’ve got your 3D toy-style photo, let’s animate it. Here’s how easy it is:

1. Select a template that matches what you want—rotation, close-up inspection, spotlight showcase, or even hands holding the figurine.
2. Upload your photo into the template.
3. Click generate and wait a few seconds.
4. Download your video and share it anywhere you like.

That’s it. No complex editing, no long tutorials. Just a few clicks and you’ve got a short video ready for reels, shorts, or stories. Plus, you get free credits daily (usually 4–5 videos per day), so you can play around without paying anything upfront.

Prompts For Converting Photos Into Videos

If you want to take it up a notch, you can use AI video generators like Gemini Vo3 or Pika Labs. These let you describe exactly how your figurine should move in the video. Here are two prompts you can try:

Video Prompt 1

a pair of hands gently picks up the figurine from the frame and rotates it slightly for inspection. The figurine is shown mid-rotation, held carefully between the fingers. The model in the packaging box remains stationary, while the background stays unchanged. Render this in a realistic style, focusing on the delicate hand movement and figurine details.

Video Prompt 2

showcase the figurine rotating 360 degrees on a turntable with a spotlight focused on it. Keep the background minimal and clean to highlight the toy details. The acrylic base should catch light reflections as the figurine rotates smoothly.

Creative Ways To Use These Videos

Wondering what to do with these toy-style videos once you’ve made them? Here are some ideas:

• Instagram Reels: short, eye-catching content that looks professional.
• YouTube Shorts: build a collection of rotating toy-style clips.
• WhatsApp Status: surprise your friends with something unique.
• Portfolio pieces: artists can turn 2D character designs into dynamic toy showcases.
• Gift content: send a toy-style video of a friend’s picture as a fun surprise.

FAQ

Do I need to pay to create videos?
Nope! You get a few free credits every day, usually enough to make 4–5 videos daily. If you need more, you can upgrade later.

Do I need editing skills?
Not at all. It’s literally just upload → generate → download.

What if my photo doesn’t look like a figurine?
Try a different prompt. And remember, we’ve already shared a full list of prompts in this article.

Ready To Try It?

There you go! You’ve learned how to first make your photo look like a 3D toy-style figurine and then transform it into a short video. It’s quick, free to try, and the results are perfect for social media or just for fun.

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