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Restore an old family photo

Repair scratches, fading and stains on an old photo you own while keeping faces, clothing and composition faithful.

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Written for Ideogram 4.5 (Precise Edit) · Updated 2026-10-17

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Prompt

Restore this photograph: remove scratches, dust, creases and stains, recover faded contrast, and gently sharpen. Keep every face, expression, hairstyle, outfit and the composition exactly the same. [Optional: Keep it black and white / Colorize with natural, period-appropriate colors].

Replace everything in [square brackets] with your own details.

Settings & parameters

Ideogram 4.5 Precise Edit at native resolution; scan the print at 600 dpi first
Run restoration and colorization as two separate edits

Variations

Mask only the damaged corner for a minimal-touch repair.
Restore a vintage poster or postcard.

Tips

Compare against the original before sharing; restoration can subtly alter faces. Use only photos you own or have permission to edit.

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