Old photographs tell stories, but damage from age, fading, and color casts can make them difficult to appreciate. While traditional photo restoration requires advanced skills and hours of manual work, new AI models are changing the game. The key is finding one that repairs damage without changing how people actually look.
Photoshop's latest generative models include partner options that excel at specific tasks. For photo restoration, one model stands out for preserving facial features while effectively removing damage and color issues.
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Practical Tips
Here are the essential steps for successful AI photo restoration:
- Select the entire image with Command/Ctrl+A before using Generative Fill to ensure complete restoration coverage
- Switch to Gemini 3 Nano Banana Pro from the model dropdown menu in the partner models section
- Use the specific prompt "repair, restore, and remove yellow color cast" for consistent results across different photo types
- Avoid colorization prompts if historical accuracy matters, as they can alter hats, clothing, and other details
- Remember that partner models provide only one variation per generation, so rerun if results aren't satisfactory
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