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How to Make an AI Model Turnaround Sheet: Front, Side, 3/4 and Back
Step-by-step guide to a character turnaround sheet for an AI fashion model, so every later shot has a reliable reference.
AI ModelsQuick answer: To make an AI model turnaround sheet, start from one approved portrait, generate the same person in front, three-quarter, side and back views on a plain grey background with identical light and outfit, then save the four views together as one reference set for every future shoot.
Why a turnaround sheet saves time
A single front portrait tells the AI nothing about the profile or the back of the head. When you later ask for a walking shot or a side angle, it invents those parts — and they drift. A turnaround sheet answers those questions once.
How to build it
- Pick the hero portrait you are happy with.
- Dress the model in a simple fitted outfit (it makes body shape readable).
- Generate front, three-quarter, side and back on plain mid-grey with flat, even light.
- Check hairline, ears and shoulders match across views.
- Combine them into one image or keep them as a named set.
- Use the set as references in every future brief.
Prompt to copy
Same person as the reference. Full-body character turnaround on plain mid-grey background, flat even studio light. Four views side by side: front, three-quarter, side profile, back. Identical outfit: fitted black t-shirt and trousers. Neutral pose, arms relaxed. No shadows on background.
Common mistakes
- Busy backgrounds that distract the model.
- Different light per view.
- Loose clothes that hide body shape.
Where to do this in the Lab
- Creative Workspace — pay as you go, no subscription.
- free AI Consistency tool
- AI Consistency workshop — learn how to keep the same face and the same product in every shot.
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FAQ
What is a character turnaround sheet?
A set of views of the same person from front, side, three-quarter and back, used as a reference.
Do I need it for fashion?
If you plan walking, side or back shots, yes. It keeps the person consistent from every angle.
What background should I use?
Plain mid-grey with even light.
Can I add expressions?
Yes, add a second row of close-ups with a few expressions once the views match.
Next step: learn the whole workflow in a recorded workshop (see all workshops) or save with a bundle.
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