Muse Image 1.0

Researches prompts and runs code before rendering grounded charts, tables, diagrams, and accurate text.

Research-grounded infographicsCharts and reportsRestaurant menusProduct photography
Searches and runs code before renderingAgentic
Typography, charts, factual detailBest at
~2K, up to 4 reference imagesOutput
Flat 12 per imageCredits

Professional images for every use case

Research-grounded infographics

Research-grounded infographics.

Build labelled diagrams and explainers with researched context, legible copy, and clearer factual structure.
Charts and reports

Charts and reports.

Turn supplied values into polished charts and report graphics without treating numbers as decorative shapes.
Restaurant menus

Restaurant menus.

Lay out exact item names, sections, prices, and hierarchy in a menu that remains readable.
Product photography

Product photography.

Create realistic catalog scenes while preserving requested labels, specifications, materials, and proportions.
Multi-reference campaigns

Multi-reference campaigns.

Combine people, products, clothing, and environments from up to four references in one coherent scene.

Research-grounded images before rendering

Muse Image 1.0 can use web and image search during planning when a prompt depends on real-world context. This suits knowledge-heavy visuals, although important details should still be verified.

  • •Search-assisted prompt grounding
  • •Useful for real-world subjects
  • •Research before visual composition
  • •Strong spatial and world reasoning
  • •Grounded results, not factual guarantees
Research-grounded images before rendering

Code-built charts, tables, and typography

For structured visuals, the model can write and run code to construct plots and other precise elements before composing the image. Values and copy become part of the layout rather than decorative approximations.

  • •Labelled charts from supplied values
  • •Structured tables and information panels
  • •Clean in-image typography
  • •Code-assisted QR construction
  • •Better control of numerical layouts
  • •Readable editorial hierarchy
Code-built charts, tables, and typography

High reasoning costs the same as Low

Choose High when a complex brief benefits from additional planning, search grounding, and multiple refinement passes. Choose Low for a faster response. Both settings cost the same flat 12 credits per image.

  • •High for research-heavy briefs
  • •Low for faster exploration
  • •More refinement passes on High
  • •Same price for both settings
  • •12 credits per generated image
  • •No aspect-ratio surcharge
High reasoning costs the same as Low

Edit and compose up to four references

Upload up to four reference images to combine a person, object, garment, style, or environment in one composition. Muse Image 1.0 also supports targeted edits and outputs about 2.4 megapixels.

  • •Up to four reference images
  • •Single-image editing
  • •Multi-reference composition
  • •Targeted natural-language changes
  • •Identity and detail preservation
  • •Roughly 2K final output
Edit and compose up to four references

How it works

Describe the facts and layout
1

Describe the facts and layout

Enter your prompt in the image workshop and state the subject, audience, visual style, and intended format. Include exact copy, labels, values, table rows, or facts that must appear.

Choose references and reasoning
2

Choose references and reasoning

Add up to four reference images, select an available aspect ratio, and choose High or Low reasoning. High spends more effort on grounding and refinement, while both settings cost 12 credits.

Generate, check, and refine
3

Generate, check, and refine

Generate the roughly 2K image, then inspect names, values, labels, and reference details. Verify important facts and request focused edits until the composition is ready to use.

Prompts to steal

Research reputable sources and create a vertical infographic explaining the giant-impact hypothesis in six labelled stages, with a timeline, evidence box, serif headings, and accurate scientific terms

Research-grounded infographics

Bright annual report spread with a labelled bar chart: Q1 18, Q2 27, Q3 24, Q4 35; a three-row KPI table; exact title “2026 Growth Review”; crisp navy and coral type

Charts and reports

Sunlit Mediterranean cafe menu on cream paper. Exact sections: SMALL PLATES, MAINS, DRINKS. Include Olive Plate $8, Lemon Orzo $16, Grilled Sea Bass $24, Mint Tea $5. Elegant readable type

Restaurant menus

Studio product photo of a matte white smart kettle labelled “ARC K1”, brushed-steel handle, exact side text “1.2 L • 1200 W”, soft morning shadows, pale stone surface, premium catalog realism

Product photography

Combine four references—a person, jacket, bicycle, and city street—into one golden-hour campaign image, preserving identity, garment details, bike geometry, and realistic perspective

Multi-reference campaigns

Research reputable astronomy sources, then design a six-panel Moon-formation infographic with labelled stages, a 4.5-billion-year timeline, evidence and caveats boxes, crisp blue-and-gold typography

Research-grounded images before rendering

Top community creations

Recent Muse Image 1.0 images shared by the BudgetPixel community.

Cool slate-blue and charcoal remain dominant, while ochre-amber light pools locally around one pearl-white high-value passage, tempered by warm and cool greys and pierced by a saturated accent. Halated light meets velvety shadow with compressed tonal separation. Loaded wet-into-wet pigment catches granular tooth in economical strokes. Only the focal contour stays crisp, as surrounding edges dissolve into monochromatic haze around a centered, near-symmetrical arrangement with dense rhythmic flanks. Ethereal dark surreal painting, eye level medium shot: pale ghostly meloncholich muse with long straight pure white hair, closed eyes, dark lips, wearing flowing seamless black garment that bleeds into the background, hunched gently gazing down at a solid black crow perched on a gnarled bare dead branch to her right. Soft diffused cool grey top-down lighting, misty gradient monochrome pale fog background, soft painterly brush strokes, muted somber mood, high contrast deep blacks against pale hazy off-white backdrop.@NielsCarlsen
Range Murata + Makoto Shinkai, where Murata's smooth airbrushed anime rendering builds volume through soft cel fills bounded by clean thin linework, glazed specular highlights and porcelain skin gradients, and Shinkai's luminous backlighting produces halation and lens bloom via a warm-to-cool sunset gradient sky with mirrored specular sparkle on water. The fusion manifests as rim-lit contours dissolving into blown highlights, wet glossy reflections scattered as bright hot points, and detail concentrated on the figure while the field softens into pastel diffusion, transforming any subject through high-key backlit glamour. Direct, bold eye contact, 2024 blond with pink tipped hair, pin up woman standing full body, dress@justrob
Atmospheric layering creates soft diffused forms through layered transparent glazes, and ornamental patterning produces repeating surface patterns via flat color fields and linear detail. The fusion manifests as blended atmospheric volumes meeting ornate decoration, transforming any subject through soft merging and crisp outlining. swirling amber smoke rises from ornate gold bottle and forms a exotic muse face, looking at you, beside the bottle, against an abstract streaked dark amber background@NielsCarlsen
Faye Valentine, Mikasa Ackerman, Motoko Kusanagi, trompe l'oeil blended seamlessly with street art, on the side of a neo Tokyo Skyscraper, as if they are stepping out of the wall, realistic pavement details, shadows grounding the 3D effect, thigh-highs@monkeydude69
Muse Image 1.0 community creation@EternaSky
Thinned pigment floods the surface, creating vertical veils and marbled bleeds where warm and cool colors collide at hard chromatic seams. Drips and sinuous veining interlace the field, while incised grids and mosaic dotting with gold-ochre lines build jewelled density. Flat decorated solids sit within flowing stained areas, tight repeating pattern against dissolving atmosphere, transforming any subject through ornamented form afloat in liquid color. exotic auburn muse@NielsCarlsen
Buttery, loaded brushstrokes establish a warm-keyed, instantly legible value structure, with crisp focal edges melting into softened peripheries. Broad directional wet-into-wet drags keep ivory, black, ochre, vermilion, and white luminous yet low in chroma. Controlled specular highlights and glossy saturated offset-ink colour ride over amber-to-cool-grey transitions, while airbrushed gradients smooth the remaining passages. eye level medium shot: young dark-haired woman with loose braid, barefoot, walking directly toward viewer on sunny ocean beach, holding sides of her flowing sleeveless light blue maxi dress lifted slightly, calm direct gaze. Bright warm overhead sunlight casting sharp beach shadow. Background: gentle rolling turquoise ocean surf, pale blue sky with flying seagulls, faint distant coastline.@NielsCarlsen
Buttery, loaded brushstrokes establish a warm-keyed, instantly legible value structure, with crisp focal edges melting into softened peripheries. Broad directional wet-into-wet drags keep ivory, black, ochre, vermilion, and white luminous yet low in chroma. Controlled specular highlights and glossy saturated offset-ink colour ride over amber-to-cool-grey transitions, while airbrushed gradients smooth the remaining passages. medium eye-level shot, elegant muse with short wavy aubuen hair, gold hoop earrings, bold red lipstick, leaning between two dark wood surfaces with hands resting on each, wearing form-fitting spaghetti-strap deep V slip dress with abstract orange/teal/red painterly pattern, high thigh slit, warm golden side lighting, artist studio, framed canvas, moody painterly aesthetic, soft rim light on figure.@NielsCarlsen
Separate pinpoints of pigment accumulate into optically vibrating passages, while broad carved planes interrupt them with weighty, chalk-dry silhouettes and exposed grain. Compact scale shifts and enamel-flat transitions compress depth without fixing the subject. Edges alternate between clustered stipple and abrupt cuts, transitions remain stepped rather than blended, and restrained value groups hold the surface in poised tension. exotic auburn muse sheer wrap@NielsCarlsen
Turnaround technical blueprint for the 1966 Batmobile , all details and information must be checked and verified, clean legible authentic era details, no typos or misinformation, superbly detailed draftsman and auto mechanic quality documentation@monkeydude69
Makise kirasu from steins gate, she is in her apartment relaxing, AAA premier gaming character aesthetic, subsurface scattering, superb composition@monkeydude69
Morrigan from Dragon Age Origins, she is is a typical fantasy style tavern consistent with the In game aesthetic, she is watching as Leliana from Dragon Age Origins dressed in dusty leather scout armor with a skirt and boots is on a dusty wooden stage singing a bawdy song, the lyrics are behind her on the wall, Superb unreal engine render, subsurface scattering, detailed shadows, beautiful composition@monkeydude69
Cinematic wide action shot, 4K photorealistic comic book style. Atom Eve in form-fitting iconic pink bodsuit and shorts, pink knee-high combat boots, hair wind-torn, face set in fierce determined focus, glowing pink energy crackling around her fists. She clashes mid-air with Grand Regent Thragg, massive scarred Viltrumite snarling, muscles coiled in violent tension. Roaring titanic thunderstorm rages around them: lashing horizontal rain, jagged purple lightning splitting inky black storm clouds, wind screaming through the frame, distant ocean waves churning far below. Dramatic hard edge lighting from lightning strikes, deep moody indigo and magenta color palette, rain droplet texture catching light, motion blur on flying debris. Dynamic low angle composition capturing the raw brutal scale of their battle. Sharp detail, cinematic motion, professional grade rendering.@monkeydude69
Impasto technique + fluid brushwork, where impasto technique creates textured vibrant forms through thick directional strokes, and fluid brushwork produces elegant drapery via alla prima painting. The fusion manifests as bold color contrasts, loose wet into wet blending and reflective surface effects, transforming any subject through expressive mark making. medium full shot, eye level: tanned auburn muse leaning against weathered wooden door, face fully obscured by oversized wide-brim red-white striped sunhat, wearing matching strapless red-white horizontal stripe one-piece swimsuit, layered shell/beaded necklaces, stacked pearl bracelets on both wrists, red strappy stiletto heels, posed leaning one arm on door, legs crossed at ankle, warm golden hard directional sunlight casting soft shadows, sunlit white stone mediterranean wall with olive foliage, light stone ground, bright summer daylight.@NielsCarlsen
Muse Image 1.0 community creation@dezie
Muse Image 1.0 community creation@Sealine
Muse Image 1.0 community creation@chris70
Fine ink marks remain sparse and precise, lightly anchoring translucent layers of pooled pigment. Soft-edged color blooms spread wet into wet, feathering through the paper and dissolving into airy transitions. Values stay luminous and low in contrast, while selective saturated accents glow against pale washes, producing fluid depth, gentle radiance, and a serene dreamlike finish. medium full shot, eye level: tanned auburn muse leaning against weathered wooden door, face fully obscured by oversized wide-brim red-white striped sunhat, wearing matching strapless red-white horizontal stripe one-piece swimsuit, layered shell/beaded necklaces, stacked pearl bracelets on both wrists, red strappy stiletto heels, posed leaning one arm on door, legs crossed at ankle, warm golden hard directional sunlight casting soft shadows, sunlit white stone mediterranean wall with olive foliage, light stone ground, bright summer daylight.@NielsCarlsen
Layered translucent glazing + directional anatomical modeling, where layered translucent glazing creates luminous skin and hair through successive wet-into-wet passes, and directional anatomical modeling produces strong specular highlights via controlled value compression. The fusion manifests as tight edge definition on forms, polished metallic reflections, and flowing linear detail, transforming any subject through high-finish volumetric rendering. A muscular woman with long flowing red hair, wearing red leather armor top, skirt and bracers with gold details, holding a bow and arrow. Medium shot at eye level, the woman in a dynamic archery pose with arms extended drawing the bowstring, body twisted toward the viewer, hair flowing, focused gaze forward. Scene set in a stone balcony overlooking a vast ancient city with tall ornate spires during daytime, featuring carved pillars and red drapery.@justrob
Muse Image 1.0 community creation@Sealine

Pricing for Muse Image 1.0

Runs on credits — no per-model surcharges, no surprise billing.

12credits
per generation
12 credits per image
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Use Muse Image 1.0 via the API

Muse Image 1.0 is available through the BudgetPixel developer API — the same model the studio runs, supporting text-to-image, and image editing / references. Pricing is metered in credits (12 credits per image), charged only on success, with an API key available on Premium plans and above.

curl -X POST https://api.budgetpixel.com/v1/images/muse-image-1.0 \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $BUDGETPIXEL_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{"prompt": "your prompt here"}'
Read the API docsGet an API key

No code? Use Muse Image 1.0 from Claude or Cursor

Muse Image 1.0 is also available through the BudgetPixel MCP server. Connect your account to Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-enabled agent and generate with Muse Image 1.0 by asking in plain language — same credits, same pricing, no code required.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Muse Image 1.0?▾
Muse Image 1.0 is Meta’s agentic AI image-generation model for creating, editing, and combining images. Its defining capability is planning before rendering, including optional search grounding and code-assisted construction of structured visual elements.
How does Muse Image 1.0 work?▾
The model reasons through the brief and plans the composition before producing the final image. Depending on the task, it can use search, run code, inspect a draft, and refine details through additional passes.
How much does Muse Image 1.0 cost?▾
Each Muse Image 1.0 generation costs a flat 12 credits in the workshop. High and Low reasoning cost the same, and the credit charge does not change with the selected aspect ratio.
Can Muse Image 1.0 research a prompt?▾
Its agentic workflow can use web and image search when a task benefits from outside context or visual references. This can improve grounding for knowledge-heavy prompts, but the result is not infallible and important facts should be checked.
Does Muse Image 1.0 render text, charts, and tables well?▾
Yes, structured information is one of its main strengths. It can use code to build plots and precise elements, while its typography capabilities support readable labels, headings, menus, tables, posters, and infographics.
What resolution and aspect ratios does Muse Image 1.0 support?▾
BudgetPixel delivers Muse Image 1.0 outputs at about 2.4 megapixels, commonly described as roughly 2K. You can choose from the aspect ratios available in the workshop without changing the 12-credit generation price.
Does Muse Image 1.0 support reference images?▾
Yes. You can provide up to four reference images on BudgetPixel and assign them roles such as subject, product, clothing, environment, or visual style.
Can Muse Image 1.0 edit an existing image?▾
Yes. Upload an image and describe the specific change, such as replacing an object, revising text, adjusting the background, or restyling a room. Clearly state which elements must remain unchanged.
Can I use Muse Image 1.0 commercially?▾
Commercial use depends on Meta’s current model terms, BudgetPixel’s service terms, and the rights attached to your prompts and reference images. Review those terms before publishing client work, advertising, merchandise, or other commercial material.
How does Muse Image 1.0 compare to other AI image generators?▾
Muse Image 1.0 is positioned around agentic planning and information-rich visuals rather than appearance alone. It is especially relevant when a result needs researched context, supplied numerical values, readable copy, structured layouts, or several visual references.
Does Muse Image 1.0 have an API?▾
Yes — Muse Image 1.0 is available through the BudgetPixel developer API via the `POST /v1/images/muse-image-1.0` endpoint, supporting text-to-image, and image editing / references. Generate an API key from the developer console (available on Premium plans and above) and see the full reference at docs.budgetpixel.com.
How much does the Muse Image 1.0 API cost?▾
API usage is billed in credits from the same balance your plan includes, at the standard metered rate: 12 credits per image. Failed generations are never charged. You can estimate any request's exact cost with POST /v1/cost before running it.
Can I use Muse Image 1.0 with Claude or other AI agents (MCP)?▾
Yes — Muse Image 1.0 is exposed through the BudgetPixel MCP server, so Claude, Cursor, and any MCP-compatible agent can generate with it from a plain-language request. Connect your account at budgetpixel.com/mcp; generations use the same credit balance and pricing as the web studio and the API.

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