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Use the AI art generator to type new images into existence.

Sometimes you need a specific image you can’t find through conventional means, like a watercolor-style urban landscape. Create any kind of art quickly with help from Text to Image in Adobe Firefly.

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Explore AI Art Generator creations.

Explore unlimited creative possibilities with AI-generated art. From bold visual experiments to photorealistic scenes, these images show how artists are using Adobe Firefly to push their ideas further.

A macro shot of dew drops on a leaf.
AI generated abstract art of vibrant paint splatters.
A modern home surrounded by blooming cherry trees.

Spark your creativity with AI-generated art.

Get inspired, save time, and make any kind of AI art in a variety of styles with Adobe Firefly’s text to art generator.

A stylized pen and ink AI generated art of city architecture.

Create AI art images fast.

Jumpstart your creative process and create stunning visuals in minutes with the AI art generator. Quickly turn ideas into art images — from concept sketches and product mockups to photorealistic portraits, fantasy landscapes, and abstract art. Adjust prompts instantly to explore styles like anime, impressionism, or surrealism, and experiment with media-inspired looks such as watercolor, charcoal, or ink.

Create amazing AI art no matter your experience level.

Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned designer, the AI art generator makes it easy to bring ideas to life. Use simple text prompts or experiment with image-to-image generation to quickly explore new concepts, styles, and compositions — no sketching or painting skills required.

Four colorful seascape variations generated by AI art generator
An image of a hiker during golden hour and a screenshot of lighting settings.

Experiment with new forms and ideas.

An AI art generator lets you discover fresh approaches to making art. Try cinematic lighting, glitch effects, paper cutout aesthetics, or layered collage styles. Whether you’re creating stylized illustrations, abstract patterns, or retro-futurist compositions, AI-generated art opens up endless ways to reimagine your creative work.

Generate AI art from sketches and photos.

Start with a rough sketch, a reference photo, or even AI art— then refine your vision with a simple text prompt. Whether you’re brainstorming layouts or enhancing visual details, you can go from a sketch to image in seconds. This flexible workflow helps you shape and perfect your idea faster, giving you more time to focus on creativity.

A sketch-to-image prompt and resulting AI generated art piece of a peacock.
Four variations of a vintage style ai art of still life illustration.

Commercially-safe AI generated artwork.

Create with confidence using Adobe Firefly. All images generated with Firefly’s generative AI models are trained on licensed content, making the results commercially safe for both personal and business use — from marketing materials and client work to prints and social media.

Learn more about how Adobe ensures responsible AI development: View the Adobe AI ethics principles.

How to generate AI art.

Adobe Firefly’s AI art generator makes it easy to start experimenting. Follow these steps to learn how to create AI art using prompts, styles, and custom settings.

  • Open the AI Art Generator in Firefly.
    To get started, log in to Adobe Firefly with your Adobe ID or create a free account if you don’t have one. Once you’re in, select the AI art generator feature from the Firefly homepage to begin creating.
  • Generate AI art.
    Start by browsing example images and prompts to see what’s possible. Click on any example to view a range of AI-generated variations. If you hover over them, you’ll also see the prompts users typed to create them. When you’re ready, enter your own prompt to generate your original images. Need help getting started? Check out these tips on how to write an AI art prompt.
  • Refine and regenerate artwork.
    Fine-tune your prompt for more specific results, or click “Generate” again to explore different versions. You can also switch up the style, composition, or subject to see how different prompts affect the outcome.
  • Customize your image.
    Once your art image is generated, use the settings panel to adjust style, aspect ratio, color, lighting, and more. Firefly makes it easy to explore new directions without starting from scratch — just update your prompt or tweak the settings until it feels right.
  • Save and share your AI-generated artwork.
    When you’re happy with your creation, you can download the image, copy it to your clipboard, or share it with others. You can also submit it to the Firefly Gallery to inspire the community. Each piece includes a small label noting it was created with Adobe Firefly. (When you use Firefly, you get access to a set number of generative credits. Find out more about generative credits.
Surreal images of landscape and housing.

Tips for creating AI art from text prompts.

You don’t need to be a professional to create stunning AI-generated artwork — just a good prompt and a little creativity. Whether you’re experimenting with color, structure, or reference images, a few simple tips will help you shape your ideas and get the most from the AI art generator.

Add references for artwork.

Get started generating AI art quickly with a reference image. Upload a sketch, photo, or visual that shows the shape or layout you want to build on. You can also choose a color palette or artistic style — like pastel tones, neon lighting, or minimal black-and-white — to guide your results. These references help the AI art generator to deliver results that better match your creative intent.

Use simple text prompts and iterate.

The best AI art from text often starts simple. Pair your reference image with a clear prompt, then refine it as you go. Try switching out keywords to shift the mood, composition, or medium. Want more ideas? Browse curated AI art prompts to explore different styles and use cases — then generate, tweak, and repeat until you land on something you love.


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FAQs about AI Art Generator.

What is an AI art generator?

An AI art generator is a type of technology that can create digital images with generative artificial intelligence. Firefly uses text prompts to generate artwork, which can then be customized into a variety of styles. Images can look like pop art, marble sculptures, clay ceramics, or watercolor paintings, just to name a few.

How does an AI art generator work?

AI art generators are a type of generative artificial intelligence. Like other types of artificial intelligence, generative AI relies on large datasets to produce the desired result, such as digital artwork, creating something totally new — all triggered by a single text prompt. The current Firefly generative AI model is trained on a dataset from Adobe Stock, openly licensed content, and public domain content where the copyright has expired.

How do you make AI generated art?

Adobe Firefly is a fast, intuitive way to create AI-generated art in a variety of styles. It lets you create detailed, stylish images with a text prompt. You can quickly customize your images with other Firefly tools, or fine-tune it even further in Creative Cloud apps like Adobe Photoshop.
Yes, you own the rights to images you create in Firefly, including those generated with generative credits, as outlined in the Adobe terms of use.

Do I need an Adobe Firefly subscription to generate AI art?

No subscription is required to start — you can create AI-generated art with a free Adobe account. Paid plans offer additional features and more generative credits.

How do I get better results with AI-generated artwork?

Start with clear text prompts and, when possible, include reference images. Use specific styles, colors, or subjects to guide the AI, and iterate until you find what works best.