Nano Banana is a powerful AI tool that unlocks endless creative possibilities. Whether you want to edit photos, generate animations, create marketing visuals, or design 3D models, Nano Banana makes it easy.
In this blog, we’ll explore 27 fun ways to use Nano Banana, complete with real-world examples and practical tips.
1. Image Blending
How it works: Combine two different people’s photos.
Example: Merge two people’s photos into a photo of them drinking coffee together.
Tip: Use Google AI Studio to create natural interactions, like holding hands, while keeping realistic features.
2. Remove People
How it works: Remove unwanted people from your photos.
Example: Hawaii beach with sea turtles, no visitors in the background.
Tip: Input prompts like “remove all the people in the background” in Google AI Studio for quick results.
3. Remove Objects
How it works: Delete unwanted items.
Example: Remove traffic cones from a Colorado street photo.
Tip: Google AI Studio preserves the rest of the image while removing objects.
4. Replace Objects
How it works: Swap an object in your photo with another.
Example: Replace the iPhone with a banana
Tip: Nano Banana understands object-environment relationships for realistic results.
5. Change Camera Angle
How it works: Render photos from different perspectives.
Example: “Change the girl’s front-facing photo to a side view.”
Tip: Maintains proportions and scene consistency for professional-looking outputs.
6. Professional Headshot / Full Body
How it works: Turn casual photos into professional portraits.
Example: Simple selfies become studio-quality headshots or full-body portraits.
Tip: Use upscalers for better clarity when generating small or full-body images.
7. Outfit Try-On
How it works: Dress someone in a specific outfit.
Example: Upload a person and clothing photo to generate the look.
Tip: Google AI Studio creates realistic outfit previews for fashion or personal use.
8. Hairstyle Change
How it works: Change hairstyles with images or text prompts.
Example: Upload yourself with a desired haircut to see the transformation.
Tip: Text prompts often produce more natural results than photo combination.
9. Change Object Color / Colorize
How it works: Alter object colors or colorize black-and-white photos.
Example: Turn a green chair purple or colorize old photos.
Tip: Adjust color saturation for a modern and vibrant look.
10. Change Perspective
How it works: Adjust the photo’s viewpoint.
Example: Convert two people into a top-down view.
Tip: Keep subject poses intact while modifying the viewing angle for animation or game design.
11. Make Photo Look Older / Historical Outfit
How it works: Apply vintage or historical styles.
Example: 1940s men’s fashion or retro 50s–90s style.
Tip: Black-and-white effects are accurate; color may need slight adjustment.
12. Magazine Cover / Posters / Wanted Poster
How it works: Create covers, posters, or wanted posters.
Example: People Magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” or custom movie posters.
Tip: Adjust text manually for best results.
13. Style Transfer / Artistic Style
How it works: Transform images into artistic styles.
Example: Studio Ghibli or GTA5 style.
Tip: Apply style to the entire image or just specific elements.
14. Add Text / Logo / Branding
How it works: Insert text, logos, or brand elements.
Example: Logo on a t-shirt or product label.
Tip: Text may require minor adjustments to appear perfectly aligned.
15. Website / Banner / Ads Mockup
How it works: Generate website pages or ad visuals.
Example: Landing page mockup or perfume banner ad.
Tip: Use mockups as references; finalize layouts in design software.
16. Character Consistency
How it works: Generate a character in multiple scenes.
Example: Green alien riding a bike, shooting hoops, or taking selfies.
Tip: Maintain consistent appearance across all scenes.
17. Image Annotation / Stick Figure
How it works: Annotate images or define actions using stick figures.
Example: Two characters performing a sequence of moves.
Tip: Useful for animation and action planning.
18. Landscape / Interior Design
How it works: Redesign outdoor or indoor spaces.
Example: Backyard landscaping or wallpaper changes.
Tip: Quickly generate ideas for designers or DIY projects.
19. Location Annotation / AR
How it works: Label landmarks or generate AR content.
Example: San Francisco landmarks or Petco Park AR view.
Tip: Accurate for AR games or educational content.
20. Isometric Design
How it works: Create isometric views of buildings or landscapes.
Example: Isometric Petco Park or temple architecture.
Tip: Ideal for game design, urban planning, and architecture.
21. Coloring / Child Drawing Realistic
How it works: Convert children’s drawings into realistic images or coloring pages.
Example: Black-and-white dragon coloring page or house sketches.
Tip: Great for educational materials or children’s books.
22. Behind-the-Scenes / Deconstructed View
How it works: Generate behind-the-scenes or deconstructed product views.
Example: Marvel movie sets or Apple Vision Pro internal view.
Tip: Conceptual visuals for teaching or marketing.
23. Nano Banana Graphics / Text Puzzle
How it works: Create images or text-based art with Nano Banana.
Example: Spell “strawberry” using Nano Banana graphics.
Tip: Ideal for marketing or social media posts.
24. 3D Conversion / Printing
How it works: Convert images into 3D models.
Example: Turn isometric Petco Park images into 3D models.
Tip: Tools like Meshy.ai or Microsoft Copilot 3D work well; complex structures may need refinement.
25. Video Animation
How it works: Animate still images.
Example: Animated perfume ad or alien character action sequences.
Tip: Cling AI and RunwayML produce smooth animations; minor adjustments may be required.
26. Cartoon / Character Transformation
How it works: Turn people into cartoons or hybrid characters.
Example: Rick and Morty style or monkey-human hybrid.
Tip: Keeps backgrounds realistic for high-quality video or illustrations.
27. Free Creative Play
How it works: Use text prompts to generate any creative effect.
Example: Change photo backgrounds or combine multiple elements.
Tip: Limitless possibilities—only restricted by imagination and text prompts.
Conclusion
Nano Banana offers over 50 use cases for creative projects. Key categories include:
- People & Object Manipulation: Replace, remove, blend, try-on outfits, hairstyle changes.
- Scene & Style: Perspective adjustments, historical/artistic styles, interior & landscape design.
- Branding & Marketing: Logos, posters, ads, website mockups.
- Education & Creativity: Coloring books, children’s books, 3D printing, animations.
- Advanced Creativity: Character consistency, deconstructed views, AR labels, cartoons.
Tools to use: Google AI Studio, Cling AI, RunwayML, Meshy.ai.
With Nano Banana, your creative potential is unlimited. Experiment, mix ideas, and make your vision a reality!
