Introduction
As a graphic designer, I often work with vintage or black-and-white images that need a fresh touch of life. While Photoshop can definitely get the job done, it’s time-consuming, paid and requires advanced skills. That’s why I’ve started using an AI-powered tool called Palette.fm — and honestly, it’s now one of my favorite tools. In this quick tutorial, I’ll walk you through how I colorize black-and-white photos in seconds using this platform. It’s fast, partially free to try, and a great way to experience how AI is transforming the design world.
Why Palette.fm?
- Speed: What used to take hours in Photoshop now takes seconds.
- Accessibility: You don’t need design skills to use it.
- Free to Try: You can test it without paying (just be aware of credit limits).
- Realistic Results: It adds color in a natural, photo-realistic way.
- Personal Favourite: I use this tool in many of my graphic design projects — it’s that good!
Step-by-Step: How to Use Palette.fm
Step 1: Search and Access the Tool
Open your browser and Google Palette.fm or go directly to www.palette.fm.
Step 2: Click “Start for Free”
Once you’re on the site, hit the Start for Free button. Just a heads-up — like most AI tools, you’ll get a limited number of free credits. After that, you might need to wait for a reset, purchase more, or log in with a different account.
Step 3: Upload a Black & White Image
Click “Upload New Image” and select your black-and-white photo. Instantly, the AI gets to work.
Step 4: Watch the Magic Happen
Within seconds, your image will be transformed into a colorized version — no Photoshop, no layers, no complicated tools!
Step 5: Try Different Filters
Explore the available filters to give your image different moods or vibes
Step 6: Download Your Colorized Image
Click Download to save your image. Remember: the free version comes with lower resolution and a watermark.
See the before and after result
Final Note
This isn’t a sponsored post or a promotion for a paid tool. I’m simply sharing a practical AI tool that I personally use and recommend to fellow designers. It’s a glimpse into how far AI has come — and how easy our creative workflows can be with the right tools.
In future tutorials, I’ll show you how to enhance low-quality images, remove unwanted elements, and even upscale images — all using AI.
