ChatGPT said:

The best Large Language Models (LLMs) for creating images are actually multimodal models or tightly integrated with image generation models like diffusion models. While LLMs primarily generate text, they can interface with or describe inputs for image generators. Below is a list of top tools and platforms that are considered the best in the field for AI image generation, often using LLMs or LLM-guided prompts:

🔝 Best AI Tools for Creating Images (with Links)

1. DALL·E 3 by OpenAI (Integrated with ChatGPT)

• Allows image creation from text prompts, with inpainting/editing.

• Integrated directly into ChatGPT (Pro version).

• Produces detailed, high-quality images with prompt refinement via LLM.

• Link: https://openai.com/dall-e

2. Midjourney

• Known for artistic, stylized visuals.

• Works through Discord (prompt-based).

• Not an LLM, but used with LLMs like ChatGPT to craft better prompts.

• Link: https://www.midjourney.com

3. Stable Diffusion (via platforms like DreamStudio or Automatic1111)

• Open-source diffusion model for generating images.

• Hugely customizable; often used by researchers and developers.

• Can be used with LLMs like ChatGPT to generate prompts or scripts for batch generation.

• Official platform (DreamStudio): https://dreamstudio.ai/

• GitHub (Automatic1111 GUI): https://github.com/AUTOMATIC1111/stable-diffusion-webui

4. Google Imagen

• Google's advanced text-to-image model.

• Not publicly released yet, but previews exist.

• Research page: https://imagen.research.google/

5. Adobe Firefly

• Focused on commercial use (royalty-free content).

• AI-powered by Firefly models, integrated into Photoshop and Illustrator.

• Great for design, product mockups, text effects.

• Link: https://firefly.adobe.com/

6. Ideogram.ai

• Great for generating text within images (e.g., logos, posters).

• Stylized image generation with typography.

• Link: https://ideogram.ai/

7. Leonardo.Ai

• Focused on concept art, game assets, and design.

• Includes style training and upscaling.

• Link: https://leonardo.ai/

8. Runway ML

• Multimodal tool including image, video, and audio generation.

• Offers Gen-2 (text-to-video), and text-to-image models.

• Link: https://runwayml.com/

9. Canva AI (Magic Media)

• Text-to-image and AI video tools integrated into Canva.

• Simple, user-friendly, ideal for social media visuals.

• Link: https://www.canva.com/features/ai-image-generator/

💡 Pro Tip: Combine LLM + Image Generator

• Use ChatGPT or Claude to craft a refined image prompt.

• Feed it into Midjourney, DALL·E, or Stable Diffusion.

• Example:

  • "Create a photorealistic image of a robot doctor examining a patient in a futuristic clinic" → LLM can enhance with scene details, lighting, mood, etc.