St. Andrews Perception Laboratory’s “Face Transformer” allows you to change the age, race or sex of a facial image. The web-based Java app can also morph a photo into the style of a famous artist, caricature, or even an ape.
All you need is a browser that supports Java and a digital face image (JPEG or GIF format). Of special interest to SM readers may be the races, which include Afro-Caribbean, Caucasian, East Asian, and West Asian (their term for South Asian). The whole process is relatively quick and easy. The hardest part is finding a decent photo. While you search for one, here’s a few tests that I ran through the system:
Aishwarya Rai, Actress
Wanted to use Preity Zinta (in a variety of ways), but y’all seem quite
smitten with the lovely Ms. Rai. So, whatever, you win. It must feel good to
win. It doesn’t feel good to lose.
George W. Bush, U.S. President
At least we can be sure that the West Asian
Bush is capable of spelling “incompetent,” in
addition to acting that way.
Condoleezza Rice, U.S. Secretary of State
Smart, sexy, loves football, and has an utter disregard for human life. We should
totally date and make babies.
Howard Dean, Democratic National Committee Chairman
No matter the race, he still looks like the captain of the Titanic (a.k.a. the
Democratic Party).
Chow Yun Fat, Actor
Chow kicks an incomprehensible amount of ass. If you disagree,
you probably need to get your ass kicked by him.
What post would be complete without opening myself up to public ridicule? Unfortunately, I couldn’t find a photo where I’m not drinking, wearing a costume or doing sexual favors for money. Luckily, the county corrections office did (plus shots of the previously mentioned activities) and allowed me to have a copy, which will come in very handy for Christmas cards this year.
Apul Patel, Resident Jerk
St. Andrews Perception
Laboratory: Face
Transformer
