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Then and now side by side

Place an old photo and a new recreation side by side in one matching frame.

PROMPT

Use my two uploaded photos: an old one and a recent one of the same people. Create a side-by-side “then and now” image: the old photo on the left with its original vintage colours, the new photo on the right with matching pose, framing and background. Keep every face exactly as it is in each photo. Thin white divider, small labels “Then” and “Now” at the bottom, 16:9.

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How to use

  1. 1Open ChatGPT or Gemini and upload a clear photo of yourself.
  2. 2Paste the prompt and send it.
  3. 3Not quite right? Ask for small changes, like “warmer light”.

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How to use

  1. 1Open ChatGPT or Gemini and upload a clear photo of yourself.
  2. 2Paste the prompt and send it.
  3. 3Not quite right? Ask for small changes, like “warmer light”.

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About this prompt

What this prompt creates

This prompt combines an old photo and a recent one into a single side-by-side image, a popular way to celebrate anniversaries, reunions and family milestones. The layout keeps the vintage colours of the old photo while matching the framing of the new one, so the comparison feels intentional. Small “Then” and “Now” labels make the story clear at a glance.

Tips for the best result

  • Recreate the old pose as closely as you can when taking the new photo.
  • Upload both photos in the same message and say which one is old and which is new.
  • Ask the model not to change faces in either photo, only the framing.
  • Before taking the new photo, study the old one for small details such as hand positions and head tilt; recreating them closely makes the comparison far more striking.

Variations to try

  • Stack the photos vertically for a 9:16 story format.
  • Add the years under each photo instead of “Then” and “Now”.
  • Try a three-photo version showing past, middle and present.

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