Concept illustration
A room with character
An intimate desk, a few shelves and space for an imagined band. This illustration shows the setting we are developing.
An independent photo-to-video project
Tiny Desk AI: Photo-to-Video Concert Preview
An imagined desk concert, starting with one portrait. Explore our planned 15-second video format with AI-generated audio, or try a photo locally in your browser.
Photo preview only. Video generation is not available.- 1 portrait
- planned input
- 15 sec
- configured duration
- 720p · 9:16
- configured format
- Preview
- purchases not open
Your portrait
Imagined performance
Concept illustration
Our visual concept. A verified video sample is still to come.
Photo preview
Try a local portrait preview
Choose a JPEG, PNG or WebP photo up to 8 MB. Your selection is displayed in this browser; this step does not upload it or create a video.
Your photo
Choose one adult portrait. Your selection stays in this browser preview.
The concept
A desk-concert video concept
These original illustrations show our planned setting, performer and audio direction. They are concept artwork, not generated videos or customer results.
Concept illustration
One person at the centre
The planned format starts with a single adult portrait. A clear, well-lit photo gives the future workflow a useful reference.
Concept illustration
Picture it with sound
The configured format includes generated audio. We will publish a real sample after its picture and sound have been reviewed.
Real samples will come after review
We have not published a verified output from this project yet. Read the current product facts before deciding whether it meets your needs.
The song and the trend
What is the Outstanding Tiny Desk AI trend?
These AI parodies place unexpected performers in a desk-concert setting. The “Outstanding” reference points to the song in Charlie Wilson’s June 5, 2023 NPR Tiny Desk Concert.
The original live performance and an AI reimagining are different things. A remix may use existing footage; a newly generated scene uses a portrait as a starting point. Check which approach a tool actually offers.
Our project explores new fictional scenes with generated audio. This preview does not generate videos, supply the “Outstanding” recording, offer song selection or clone your singing voice. We are not affiliated with NPR.
The idea
From portrait to video: the planned workflow
Photo selection is available now. The steps below explain the intended video experience and what still needs to be verified.
- 1
Choose a portrait
Use a clear photo of yourself or a consenting adult. You can try the photo picker here without uploading the file.
- 2
Review the planned format
The target is a 15-second, 720p vertical MP4 (9:16) with AI-generated audio. A complete output sample still needs review.
- 3
Check availability before generating
Accounts, purchases and video generation are not open in this preview. Read the product facts for the current status.
Photo tips
Choose a photo for a desk-concert video
Start with one clearly visible adult, even lighting and room around the head and shoulders. A useful reference cannot guarantee an exact likeness.
Keep the face visible
Choose an evenly lit portrait with one person looking toward the camera.
Avoid face coverings
Choose a photo where hats, sunglasses or masks do not hide facial features.
Leave room around the subject
An uncropped head and some upper-body detail provide a clearer reference.
Use a portrait with permission
Only choose your own photo or a consenting adult’s photo that you have permission to process.
About Tiny Desk AI
Tiny Desk AI is our independent project for fictional desk-concert videos: a portrait becomes the starting point for an imagined small-room performance. The idea combines a lead performer, a compact band and a warm office setting.
Preview pricing
Tiny Desk AI pricing and credit packs
These are our configured packs, shown for reference. Purchases are not available yet; final purchase, credit-expiry and retention terms will be published before checkout opens.
Single
1 generation
$8.90
1 credit · 1 credit per generation
$8.90 USD per generation · €8.90 EUR per pack
- 1 generation at the configured credit cost
- 15 seconds · 720p · vertical 9:16
- Checkout is not open yet
Creator
3 generations
$19.90
3 credits · 1 credit per generation
$6.63 USD per generation · €19.90 EUR per pack
- 3 generations at the configured credit cost
- 15 seconds · 720p · vertical 9:16
- Checkout is not open yet
Studio
7 generations
$39.90
7 credits · 1 credit per generation
$5.70 USD per generation · €39.90 EUR per pack
- 7 generations at the configured credit cost
- 15 seconds · 720p · vertical 9:16
- Checkout is not open yet
FAQ
Questions about photos, music and pricing
Find answers about the current preview, planned output and details still being finalized.
Explore the photo-to-video concept
Try a portrait in the browser preview and review the planned concert format. No upload or purchase is required.
Try the photo preview