Tech Desk 
Mar 29, 2025
AI-generated art has gained massive popularity, and fans of Studio Ghibli’s iconic animation style can now bring their creative visions to life using OpenAI’s ChatGPT. With advanced image-generation capabilities, users can create stunning Ghibli-inspired artwork effortlessly.
If you're eager to generate AI visuals that resemble the charm and warmth of Studio Ghibli films, this Gadinsider's guide will walk you through the process using ChatGPT and other free alternatives.
Using ChatGPT to create Studio Ghibli-inspired images
ChatGPT's built-in AI image generator allows users to create digital artwork based on text descriptions. This feature is available for premium users with ChatGPT Plus, Pro, or Team subscriptions.
- Open ChatGPT and log in with your OpenAI account.
- Click on “New Chat” to begin a session.
- Type a detailed description of the image you want.
- Example: "A dreamy Studio Ghibli-style landscape with a cosy wooden house, fireflies glowing at dusk, and a gentle breeze moving the tall grass."
- Press enter and let ChatGPT process the request. It will generate an image based on your description.
- Right-click on the image and select “Save image as...” to download it.
Free alternatives to create Ghibli-style AI art
For users who don’t have a premium ChatGPT subscription, there are several free tools available:
- Craiyon: A simple web-based AI tool that generates images based on text prompts.
- Artbreeder: Allows users to mix images and apply artistic styles for a unique look.
- Leonardo AI and Mage.space: AI-powered tools offering free trials and customisation for high-quality art.
- Runway ML: A creative AI tool that lets users generate cinematic-style images and videos.
- Grok and Gemini: These AI models can also generate Ghibli-style artwork with precise prompts.
