Hedcut Maker

What Is a Hedcut?

A hedcut (short for "headline cut") is a distinctive pen-and-ink portrait style made famous by The Wall Street Journal. Using stippling (tiny dots) and hatching (fine lines), it creates a timeless, engraving-like appearance that echoes old-school woodcuts and currency illustrations.

How to make a Stipple Portrait Online?

A hedcut of a man looking bad ass.Upload your photo (headshots work best), select your size, and our AI-powered tool instantly creates a stunning WSJ-style hedcut. No artistic skills needed — get high-quality results in under a minute.Download your portrait in high resolution and use it anywhere: social media avatars, LinkedIn profiles, websites, prints, or even laser engraving projects.

Why Choose Our Hedcut Maker?

A hedcut of a patio deck.Fast & simple — no waiting for manual artists; results are ready in less than a minuteAuthentic WSJ-inspired style with precise stipple and hatchingRidiculously cost-effective compared to custom commissionsGreat for personal use, corporate branding, personal profile pictures (PFPs), social media, or fun gifts

Where to Use Your Hedcut?

Use your hedcut for any purpose you like. It's a timeless, professional portrait that can be used for personal use, corporate branding, personal profile pictures (PFPs), social media, or fun gifts. We've found that hedcuts are perfect for profiles, avatars, gifts, or business branding.

Why use a Hedcut for your Professional Profile Picture?

Our hedcut generator creates a unique, hand-drawn-style portrait that's perfect for professional use.