Turn Any Image Into Cinematic Video with Luma RAY3 (Step‑By‑Step)

Written By Hausu Media

If you’ve ever wished a single still image could carry the energy of a cinematic shot, Luma’s RAY3 makes that possible. In this tutorial recap, I show how to turn images into dynamic video, build a short sequence entirely inside Luma, and keep costs under control with low‑res drafts before refining to HDR—all while maintaining continuity across shots.

What You’ll Learn

  • RAY3 setup and draft workflow

  • Prompting for adherence and continuity

  • Motion language that feels real (orbit, dolly‑out, parallax)

  • Budget control with low‑res drafts


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