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How I built an AI photo-to-anime converter with 5 unique styles

I've been working on ToonBliss — an AI photo converter with 5 genuinely different art styles (not variations of the same filter).

The 5 Styles

  • ToonBliss — hand-drawn anime style, preserves face identity
  • ToonBliss 3D — Pixar-style 3D cartoon
  • ClayBliss — claymation plasticine texture
  • AquaBliss — 90s retro cel animation
  • PlastiBliss — 3D vinyl collectible toy

Each style uses a different AI model tuned for that specific aesthetic.

How It Works

  1. Upload any photo (JPG, PNG, up to 10MB)
  2. Pick a style
  3. AI transforms it in 5-30 seconds
  4. Download in HD

Tech Stack

  • Frontend: Next.js with Tailwind CSS
  • AI: Replicate API with multiple models
  • Database: PostgreSQL
  • Hosting: Vercel
  • Payments: Dodo Payments (credit-based billing)

What Makes It Different

  • 5 genuinely different art styles, not variations of the same filter
  • Credits never expire
  • No watermark on converted images
  • Works in 7 languages
  • 2 free credits on signup

Try It

Visit toonbliss.store to try it out. Free credits on signup, no credit card needed.

I'd love to hear your feedback on the styles and quality. What would you improve?

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