This week we return to a non-legal tech A.I. enabled product that is fun and an easy entry point to discovering A.I. products. In the world of legal professionals, we know a good headshot can be as essential as a well-tailored brief. Enter Aragon.ai, a headshot generator powered by A.I. that promises to turn your profile from “who’s that?” to “wow, look at that!”—all without the hassle of scheduling a professional photographer or awkwardly posing for the hundredth time.

Favorite law firm use cases: Social Media (LinkedIn), Marketing, Branding, Website Content, Directory Profile (your FindLaw Profile pic 😃)

Features & Functionality

Aragon.ai is one of several A.I. enabled headshot generator products on the market. Aragon happens to be one of the most used, boasting numerous corporate clients. The headshot generator transforms the dreaded “camera roll selfie” into a professional-grade headshot with a simple upload. Aragon.ai prides itself on simplicity and speed.

You don’t have to worry about awkward lighting or bad angles—the A.I. tidies it up for you. Want a different background? Aragon.ai’s got you covered with various customizable options (cityscapes, plain backgrounds, or those classic library bookshelves for that “I’m definitely a lawyer” vibe). The real star here is the A.I’.s ability to make minor adjustments—say, tweak that crooked tie or soften the bags under your eyes—without losing your likeness. It’s like Photoshop, but with the ease of a one-click solution.

The platform couldn’t be simpler. First you, create a free account, and then the workflow takes you through 5 easy questions about your physical appearance from gender to eye color to hair (or lack thereof). Once answered, you then proceed to uploading 6 to 10 photos of yourself—think of this as the “before” in your makeover. The interface is refreshingly clean and user-friendly, allowing you to drag and drop photos or upload them with a click. While you don’t need professional photos to begin with, keep in mind that Aragon works best with clear, well-lit images (no heavy shadows or backlighting). Upload that awkward selfie from a dimly lit cafe, and Aragon may struggle a bit, but give it a decent photo, and it does wonders. The screenshot of the photo upload section below does a great job guiding you.

Once your photo is uploaded, Aragon’s A.I. gets to work. The platform analyzes key features of your face—everything from skin tone to facial symmetry—and enhances it accordingly. It smooths out skin imperfections, corrects uneven lighting, and sharpens focus where needed. These tweaks are subtle and intended to enhance rather than alter your appearance. The goal isn’t to turn you into a supermodel (though the results might tempt you to think so), but rather to ensure that you look your best for a professional setting. Aragon can handle hair and clothing adjustments—sharpening edges and ensuring your hairline doesn’t blur into the background. Note that the A.I. does not generate your headshot instantly. Instead you will be given a wait time from 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the package you select.

I gave the product a test drive and chose the option that generates 20 images. Now, were they all perfect? No. Of course, you might find that to be the case with an actual photographer. Depending on the photos you upload, he A.I. generated images might not look exactly like you. The A.I. does its best, but it likely won’t hit a home run on all of your photos. I found 8 of the 60 that I liked (or looked like me). At the risk of this being considered a vanity project, I promise, this is meant just to show you some actual results. You can see one A.I. generated headshot below.

Here’s where some magic really happens: background replacement. Whether your original photo was taken in a cluttered living room or a park, Aragon’s A.I. lets you replace it with a variety of sophisticated backdrops. You can choose from sleek office settings, neutral tones, or minimalist designs that scream “executive headshot.”

Unlike some image editors that cut out your head like a cardboard cutout, Aragon.ai blends your image seamlessly into the new background. The A.I. works its best to ensure that you don’t end up looking like you’ve been awkwardly Photoshopped into a scene. Instead, it feels natural—as if you were genuinely sitting in a well-lit, professional photography studio. I swapped in a studio lighting background with the same headshot image so you can see for yourself.

Aragon.ai offers style flexibility. You can choose from multiple headshot styles depending on the look you’re going for. Whether you need something corporate, casual, or somewhere in between, the tool offers different templates and filters that align with various professional vibes. From modern executive to friendly advisor, the A.I. caters to your tone. You can even sign up for the service through a lawyer sign up link that auto chooses backgrounds attorneys might prefer.

And finally, while it’s not a full beauty editor, Aragon.ai does include some facial enhancement features. The A.I. is careful not to go overboard, providing natural retouching that keeps your image real but professional. It smooths skin textures, minimizes minor imperfections (think blemishes or under-eye circles), and enhances facial features slightly—enough to make you look well-rested and put together, but not so much that you look like a completely different person.

Pricing & Plans

Aragon.ai keeps it simple, offering pay-per-photo plans, so you’re not locked into a monthly subscription. For individuals, prices range from $35 for 20 headshots to choose from, to $75 for 100 headshots to choose from. And if you want to use the product for your entire firm, business plans run $35 per team member. The pricing makes it cost-effective for solo practitioners or small firms that need one or two photos to use to update your headshots but don’t want to hire a photographer for a full shoot.

What Makes It A.I. Enabled?

The magic behind Aragon.ai lies in its deep learning models, which are trained to enhance facial features, correct common image flaws, and adjust backgrounds without looking overtly artificial. The generative A.I. is adept at recognizing and improving facial contours, ensuring natural light adjustments, and blending textures, making your office selfie resemble a studio photo. It’s not just about automation; it’s about understanding the nuances of image quality that make a photo look polished—without turning it into an unrecognizable glam shot.

Security & Privacy

As opposed to the products where I give a heads up on whether there is potential for your client data to be used to train an algorithm, here your data uploads only consist of your photos that are used to give Aragon.ai the data needed to create your headshots. Thankfully, Aragon.ai states in its terms of service that it will not use photographs uploaded by you to train its algorithms for generative artificial intelligence or marketing purposes unless they receive your prior written consent for such uses. Their terms of service and privacy policy are not my favorite when it comes to drafting precision, but they do maintain the A.I. generated images of you are owned by you (as are your uploaded photos that you grant a limited license to so that the A.I. can generate your headshots).

The Judgement

Aragon.ai is a fantastic option for lawyers who need polished headshots quickly and without much effort. It’s not flawless (especially if you’re dealing with challenging lighting in your uploads), but for the price and convenience, it delivers significant value. Whether you’re updating your firm’s website or refreshing your LinkedIn profile, Aragon.ai offers a fast, A.I.-enabled solution to keep you looking sharp and professional in today’s virtual world.

Feedback

I’ve reserved a special space each week for you to vent, supplement with relevant info, or ask questions about the product. The only way the content gets better is if you participate. I look forward to hearing from you! You can e-mail me at rc@sabersolutions.co.