{"product_id":"esp32-ai-face-sketch-plotter-kit-draw-portraits-from-selfies","title":"ESP32 AI Face Sketch Plotter Kit - Draw Portraits from Selfies","description":"\u003ch1\u003eESP32 AI-Powered Portrait Drawing Robot - Sketch Faces from a Photo using Stepper Plotter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-15 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25+\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e AI API integration + precision CNC drawing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine pointing your camera at a face, pressing a button, and watching a real pen-and-paper portrait emerge stroke by stroke. This kit transforms an ordinary desk into a tiny art studio where machine vision meets physical drawing. The ESP32-CAM captures a live image, forwards it to the Anthropic API to generate an SVG sketch, and two NEMA 17 steppers glide a pen across paper to render the face as a line drawing. Whether you are exploring generative art, building an eye-catching installation, or prototyping a commercial sketching booth, the technology stack gives you complete control over the pipeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will assemble a 400 mm � 400 mm X-Y plotter that accepts a face image, converts it to a clean line-art sketch using Anthropic's Claude, and draws it on paper with a pen lifted by a servo. The system runs entirely on the ESP32-CAM, communicating over WiFi to the API. After calibration, a single selfie produces a stylized portrait inside a few minutes. The finished machine becomes a conversational piece that blends software creativity with tangible mechanics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrating an ESP32-CAM with REST APIs over HTTPS, including JSON parsing of SVG data\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilding a dual-axis belt-driven plotter from linear rails, pulleys, and GT2 belts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControlling NEMA 17 stepper motors with A4988 drivers via a CNC Shield V3\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWriting Arduino code that manages image capture, WiFi upload, API calls, G-code translation, and pen-servo control in a single loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP32-CAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTDI Programmer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNEMA 17 Stepper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA4988 Driver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSG90 Servo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCNC Shield V3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V 3A PSU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGT2 Belt 1m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGT2 Pulley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear Rail 400mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCB Prototype Board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM3 Bolts+Nuts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoldering Iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolder Wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an advanced project suited for B.Tech ECE, EEE, or CSE students looking for a standout capstone, Smart India Hackathon participants working on AI-generated art solutions, and engineers prototyping drawing machines. Researchers at IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS exploring physical rendering of AI outputs will find the hardware-software stack fully documented and extensible. Professional artists and makers who want to move from screen-based generative art to gallery-ready pen plots will appreciate the precision linear rails and repeatable accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project - accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code inside the box to open the AI build assistant; it knows every step specific to this plotter. You can also reach us on WhatsApp for personalized guidance during the build hours listed in the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I calibrate the pen for accurate drawing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe AI companion walks through a homing sequence: the X and Y axes touch limit switches, then you manually set pen Z-height by adjusting the servo arm. A test square pattern confirms calibration before you run a portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the kit include Anthropic API credits?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit does not include API keys; you will need your own Anthropic account. The companion code provides a ready-to-flash firmware that expects your API key entered during setup, and the assistant explains how to generate the key securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I modify the design to draw on larger paper or use a laser?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the linear rails and belt system can scale. 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