ELBO Art
ELBO Art’s Character Creator is a free artificial intelligence (AI) tool that allows users to generate images of avatars. It is easy to use...
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What is ELBO Art?
ELBO Art Studio (accessible at art.elbo.ai/facets) is an AI-powered talking video generator that turns any photo into a realistic talking head video. Users upload a portrait photo, type or paste a script, choose from 500+ AI voices across 65+ languages, and the platform generates a lifelike talking video with automatic lip sync in under 2 minutes. No camera, microphone, or filming equipment is needed.
Key features include Magic Edit for transforming images with one click, Talking Video creation from text/audio/video, voice cloning on Studio plans, a Puppet Gallery with 188K+ pre-made characters, custom Puppet creation with fine-tuned appearance options (gender, origin, fashion style, image type), cartoonify functionality, AI script generator for writing assistance, and multi-scene Stories for chaining scenes together. The platform supports HD Portrait mode, captions, background music, and downloads in HD quality.
Puppetry is designed for educators creating video lessons and online courses, marketers producing product demos and sales pitches, YouTubers and social media creators making consistent video content for YouTube/TikTok/Instagram/LinkedIn, businesses building corporate training videos in multiple languages, e-commerce sellers creating product review and unboxing videos, and anyone wanting a talking avatar without filming. The platform has 167K+ creators who have made 474K+ videos with a 4.5/5 rating.
ELBO Art pricing
Pricing model: Free
Free tier: 3 creations/month forever at $0, includes all features, Puppetry voices, 65+ languages, but watermarked output. Creator plan: 100 creations/month at $15/month ($27/year with 40% savings), includes no watermark, HD Portrait mode, Stories (multi-scene), and 500+ premium AI voices. Studio plan: 300 creations/month at $30/month, includes everything in Creator plus Developer API beta, team collaboration, dedicated support, and voice cloning. All plans include access to all features - tiers differ only by usage volume. One-time credit pack purchases available. 7-day money-back guarantee on all plans.
ELBO Art pros
- Free tier with 3 creations/month, no credit card required
- 500+ premium AI voices across 65+ languages
- State-of-the-art automatic lip sync matching any voice to any face
- Any photo works - real people, illustrations, AI-generated images, even pets
- AI script generator writes scripts based on topic and tone preferences
- Multi-scene Stories feature for tutorials, courses, and long-form content
- HD Portrait mode for professional-quality output
- Voice cloning capability on Studio plans for consistent personal voice
- 188K+ pre-made characters in Puppet Gallery to choose from
- Custom Puppet creation with fine-tuned appearance customization
- No camera, editing skills, or technical experience needed
- Videos generated in under 2 minutes with priority rendering on Studio
- Full commercial usage rights included on Creator and Studio plans
- Magic Edit transforms any image with one click
- Multilingual content creation - same photo works in any language
- Cartoonify feature to turn yourself into a cartoon
- Voice & Audio tools including Generate Audio, Clone Voice, Voice-to-Voice
- Script Generator for writing assistance
- No watermark on Creator and Studio plans
- 7-day money-back guarantee with cancel anytime policy
ELBO Art cons
- Free tier output is watermarked
- Only 3 creations per month on free plan
- Voice cloning only available on Studio plan ($30/month)
- Individual videos limited to 5 minutes maximum length
- Developer API is beta access only, not fully stable
- Creator plan at $15/month may be expensive for casual users
- No free trial for paid plans - must upgrade to test features
- Priority rendering only on Studio plan, slower for free/Creator
- Payment only via credit/debit cards through Stripe, no other methods
- 7-day refund window may be too short for some users
Frequently asked questions about ELBO Art
What is Puppetry and what does it do?
Puppetry is an AI-powered video creation platform that turns any photo into a realistic talking video. Simply upload a portrait photo, type or paste your script, choose an AI voice, and Puppetry generates a lifelike talking head video with automatic lip sync in under 2 minutes. No camera, actors, or editing skills are needed.
Is Puppetry free to use?
Yes, Puppetry offers a free tier with 3 creations per month forever at $0, no credit card required. The free plan includes all features, Puppetry voices, and 65+ languages, but output is watermarked. You can explore the platform and test different voices before committing to a paid plan.
How long can AI videos be?
Individual Puppetry videos can be up to 5 minutes long. With the Stories feature on Creator and Studio plans, you can create multi-scene videos by chaining multiple scenes together for even longer content like full tutorials or courses, with different characters, voices, and backgrounds per scene.
Do I need a camera to make AI videos?
No. Puppetry creates videos entirely from photos and text. Upload any portrait photo or use one of 188K+ pre-made characters, type your script, pick a voice from 500+ options, and the AI generates a realistic talking video with automatic lip sync. No camera, microphone, or filming equipment is needed.
Can I use my own voice in the AI video?
Yes, you have three options: upload your own audio recording, use voice cloning on the Studio plan to create a digital copy of your voice, or choose from 500+ AI voices across 65+ languages. Voice cloning is perfect for educators, creators, marketers, and professionals who need a consistent voice across their content.
What languages and voices are supported?
Puppetry supports 65+ languages with over 500+ AI voices, including English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, and many more. Each language offers multiple voice options with different accents, tones, and styles. There are 45 free voices plus 500+ premium AI voices.
How long does it take to generate a video?
Most videos are generated in under two minutes, depending on script length. Shorter clips under 30 seconds typically render in about a minute, while longer videos may take a few minutes. Studio plan users benefit from priority rendering for faster turnaround times.
Can I use Puppetry for commercial purposes?
Yes, videos created with Puppetry can be used for commercial purposes including marketing campaigns, social media content, client projects, e-learning programs, product demos, sales pitches, and more. Creator and Studio plans include full commercial usage rights with no watermark.
What's the difference between Creator and Studio plans?
The Creator plan is ideal for individual creators and small projects with 100 creations per month, no watermark, HD Portrait mode, Stories feature, and 500+ premium AI voices at $15/month. The Studio plan is built for professionals and teams with 300 creations per month, voice cloning, priority rendering, Developer API beta access, team collaboration, and dedicated support at $30/month.
What makes Puppetry different from other AI video makers?
Puppetry specializes in creating AI talking videos from any photo with realistic lip sync, purpose-built for dialogue-driven content. Unlike general video editors like Kapwing or VEED, or text-to-video tools like Runway and Pika, Puppetry is designed for educators, marketers, YouTubers, and anyone who wants a talking avatar without filming. It offers 500+ voices, 65+ languages, and works with any photo including real people, illustrations, AI-generated faces, or pets.