Perfect LinkedIn profile picture with AI? Easy with Astria.ai

ליאת בלייר
May 4
3 min read

Imagine getting a professional, flattering LinkedIn profile photo—without hiring a photographer, putting on makeup, or even stepping outside your home. Sounds too good to be true? Well, not anymore.

Let me introduce you to Astria.ai, a powerful AI platform developed right here in Israel. It allows you to create studio-quality headshots with just a few clicks, all from your computer. The best part? The whole process feels more like playing a creative game than dealing with boring tech stuff. Here’s everything you need to know.

What is Astria.ai and Why is It So Unique?

Astria gives you your own personal “virtual photo studio.” It uses cutting-edge AI to train a custom model based on your actual photos. The result? You get realistic images of yourself in just about any style or setting you can imagine. It’s the same tech used by top brands like Renuar and Scoop, who’ve launched entire fashion campaigns generated entirely by AI using Astria.

What’s a LoRA (and Why You Should Care)

LoRA stands for Low-Rank Adaptation, a fast and smart way to personalize large AI models. Instead of retraining everything from scratch, Astria adds a lightweight layer that “learns” your unique facial features. In just 5–10 minutes, your own LoRA model is created—your digital twin, ready to be photographed in any look you want.

Step-by-Step: How to Get Started with Astria

Here’s how to create your own AI-powered LinkedIn photo in minutes:

Sign Up at astria.ai:Login with Google for speed. The dashboard is super beginner-friendly.
Create a New Tune:Name your model (can be your name or something fun), then select a Class Name like "woman" or "man". For the best results, go with the recommended Flux base model.
Upload 10–15 Great Photos of Yourself:Use a mix of angles and outfits. Include:
- 6–8 headshots (from the shoulders up)
- A few full-body or half-body images
- Different lighting, backgrounds, hairstyles, and expressions
Do NOT upload selfies with filters, group shots, or multiple photos from the same day. The AI learns from what it sees—variety is key.
Let the Training Begin:Once uploaded, the system begins training. In about 5–10 minutes, your model is ready to generate images.
Write Your Prompt & Create Your Photo:Now for the fun part: writing a prompt. A prompt is just a line or two that tells the AI what kind of image you want. Example:
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CopyEdit
ohwx woman, professional LinkedIn headshot, studio lighting, friendly expression, wearing navy blazer and white shirt, neutral background
Click generate, and voilà—a custom headshot made just for you.

Pro Tips for Writing a Great Prompt

Use Your Model’s ID: Start the prompt with your model keyword (e.g. “ohwx woman”).
Keep It Clean and Professional: Use terms like “LinkedIn profile,” “studio lighting,” or “neutral background.”
Mention Clothing Only if It Matters: Keep it simple, like “navy blazer.”
Add Personality: Use phrases like “confident smile” or “looking at camera.”
Less Is More: A precise prompt beats a long one.

Want More Than Just a Profile Pic?

Astria isn’t just for LinkedIn photos. With your personal model, you can:

Make AI Family Portraits (even if no one showed up for the photo shoot)
Travel Through Time – medieval knight? Space explorer? You got it.
Create Product Photos – perfect for eCommerce owners who want slick images without a photographer
Swap Faces & Create Memes – yes, you can put your partner’s face on a Disney prince.
Generate Artistic Avatars – anime, comic book style, stickers, and more.

The possibilities are endless. Think of it as a creative sandbox powered by your own likeness.

What’s Next? Turn Images into Personalized Videos

All these gorgeous images are just the beginning. Using complementary tools, I can turn your AI model into a short video starring you—without filming a single frame. Imagine a birthday greeting, a business intro, or a funny surprise clip featuring your digital self.

If you have a cool idea for an image or video, I’d love to help bring it to life. Whether you want to upgrade your LinkedIn photo or launch a creative project that’ll blow your friends’ minds—I’m in.