How to Create a Visual Story on StoryBee

Visual Stories let you turn your child's photo or drawing into a narrated, illustrated story in minutes. This guide walks through each step.

What You'll Need

A clear photo or drawing
A short description (max 600 characters)
A StoryBee account with an active subscription

Steps to Create a Visual Story

1. Upload a Photo or Artwork

Click the upload field and select an image from your device.

Tips for best results:

Use well-lit, clear photos
Ensure the main subject is visible
Avoid busy backgrounds
Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP

2. Write a Description

Describe what you'd like the story to be about in 600 characters or fewer.

Example description:

"A brave little astronaut floating through a candy-colored nebula, discovering new planets made of desserts and making friends with a comet who loves to dance"

3. Generate Your Story

Click generate and wait a few moments while StoryBee's AI creates:

A complete narrated story based on your image
Custom illustrations featuring your uploaded image
An audio narration of the story
A downloadable video of the visual story

4. Preview and Share

Once generated, you can:

Watch the full video story
Read along with the text
Share with family and friends
Download the video for offline viewing

Tips for Great Results

Use high-quality images
Write specific, imaginative descriptions
Keep subjects centered in photos
Experiment with different themes
Try various art styles

💡 Tip: Visual Stories work great for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion where you want to create a unique, personalized story experience.