Black Forest Labs

FLUX.1 [schnell]

AI Image Generation Model

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Black Forest Labs' 12 billion parameter distilled image generation model optimized for speed, capable of generating high-quality images in just 4 inference steps

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The FLUX.1 [schnell] gallery features 2 curated image generation examples demonstrating the model's ability to maintain high fidelity during rapid synthesis. Review these samples to evaluate how the distilled 12 billion parameter weights handle complex text prompts.

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell] — prompt: Cinematic 16:9 wide shot of a high-end, contemporary coffee shop interior at golden hour. The sunlight streams through floor-to-ceiling windows, creating long shadows and a warm glow over polished oak surfaces. In the center of the frame, a barista is finishing a latte behind a minimalist black marble counter. On the sleek wood-paneled wall behind the counter, the name "FLUX.1 [schnell]" is elegantly mounted in backlit, brushed gold typography. The grading is rich and sophisticated with deep blacks and vibrant amber tones, capturing a professional, luxurious atmosphere.

Cinematic 16:9 wide shot of a high-end, contemporary coffee shop interior at ...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell] — prompt: A cozy roadside fruit stand with a chalkboard sign that reads "FRESH PEACHES" in elegant cursive. Golden hour lighting, crates of vibrant fruit, and a calm capybara sitting quietly in the soft shadows behind the counter. High detail, 4k.

A cozy roadside fruit stand with a chalkboard sign that reads "FRESH PEACHES"...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #12 of 69 in the "Chalkboard Menu" arena challenge — prompt: Handwritten-style chalkboard menu in a cozy café, all text rendered in the exact same realistic chalk handwriting style with natural variations in letter size, slight slant, and chalk texture — no printed or digital fonts anywhere on the board.
Title at the top in elegant cursive chalk handwriting: ‘TODAY’S SPECIALS – APRIL 30, 2026’.
Below it, three menu items also in the same handwritten chalk style: ‘Truffle Mushroom Risotto – $24’, ‘Grilled Octopus with Lemon & Herbs – $28’, ‘Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – $9’.
At the very bottom, smaller text in the identical handwritten chalk style (slightly smaller but still clearly legible with the same handwriting characteristics): ‘All items made fresh daily • Ask about our gluten-free options’.
Warm ambient café lighting, visible chalk dust and smudges, realistic handwriting imperfections, no clean printed text anywhere.

Arena challenge: Chalkboard Menu

Handwritten-style chalkboard menu in a cozy café, all text rendered in the ex...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #41 of 70 in the "Geometric Composition" arena challenge — prompt: A glass cube on a wooden table. Inside the cube is a small blue sphere. On top of the cube sits a red book. A green plant is behind the cube, partially visible through the glass. Soft window light from the left.

Arena challenge: Geometric Composition

A glass cube on a wooden table. Inside the cube is a small blue sphere. On to...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #33 of 69 in the "The Capybara Taxi Driver" arena challenge — prompt: Photorealistic scene inside a yellow New York taxi at night. A capybara is driving, wearing a yellow taxi driver cap and a dark jacket. It has a calm, professional expression and both front paws on the steering wheel.

In the back seat sits a human businesswoman in a coat, looking at her phone with a completely normal, bored expression (as if this is just another normal ride). Through the windows you can see the streets of Manhattan at night with blurred lights. Realistic taxi interior, photorealistic, detailed fur and fabric, 35mm lens, night lighting with reflections, shallow depth of field.

Arena challenge: The Capybara Taxi Driver

Photorealistic scene inside a yellow New York taxi at night. A capybara is dr...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #37 of 69 in the "Modern Clean Menu" arena challenge — prompt: Modern minimalist restaurant menu design, white background with colorful food photos in grid, sections for appetizers/pizza/mains, bold sans-serif fonts, vibrant accents, clean professional layout for casual dining.

Arena challenge: Modern Clean Menu

Modern minimalist restaurant menu design, white background with colorful food...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #45 of 70 in the "Apollo 11: Journey to Tranquility" arena challenge — prompt: Create a clean, modern vector infographic poster about the Apollo 11 mission. NASA-inspired palette (navy, white, muted red, light gray). Flat-vector style, crisp lines, consistent iconography, subtle gradients only.
Steps (stop at landing):
1. Launch (Saturn Vicon)
2. Earth Orbit (Earth + orbit ring icon)
3. Translunar (trajectory arc icon)
4. Lunar Orbit (Moon + orbit ring icon)
5. Descent (lunar module descending icon)
6. Landing (lunar module on the surface icon)
Small supporting elements (minimal text):
• Crew strip: three silhouette icons with only last names:
Armstrong, Aldrin, Collins.
• Landing site marker: Moon pin labeled "Tranquility" only.
Layout constraints: generous margins, large readable labels, clean background with subtle stars. Vector-only, print-poster look, high resolution.

Arena challenge: Apollo 11: Journey to Tranquility

Create a clean, modern vector infographic poster about the Apollo 11 mission....

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #56 of 69 in the "Magic Burger Explosion: Fiery Photorealism Challenge" arena challenge — prompt: Ad for 'Magic Burger'. Dynamic, exploded burger with all components (bun, patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sauce) suspended in mid-air. Emphasize photorealistic detail and a sense of motion. Dark, fiery background with glowing embers. Integrate text: 'MAGIC BURGER' as a prominent title, 'LIMITED TIME ONLY' as a secondary message, and '€6.99' in a starburst, all rendered with a fiery, glowing effect.

Arena challenge: Magic Burger Explosion: Fiery Photorealism Challenge

Ad for 'Magic Burger'. Dynamic, exploded burger with all components (bun, pat...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #53 of 68 in the "Candid Street Photography" arena challenge — prompt: A candid street photo of an elderly Japanese man repairing a red bicycle in light rain, reflections on wet pavement, shallow depth of field, 50mm lens, natural skin texture, imperfect framing, motion blur from passing cars, cinematic but realistic, no stylization.

Arena challenge: Candid Street Photography

A candid street photo of an elderly Japanese man repairing a red bicycle in l...

AI image generated by FLUX.1 [schnell], ranked #72 of 72 in the "Adorable Baby Animals in Sunny Meadow" arena challenge — prompt: Hyper-photorealistic scene of fluffy baby animals—a golden retriever puppy, tabby kitten, baby bunny, and red fox kit—with big expressive eyes and ultra-detailed soft fur, playfully chasing butterflies and tumbling together in a lush wildflower meadow, warm golden sunrise light with god rays and dew sparkles, joyful wholesome vibe, 8K masterpiece.

Arena challenge: Adorable Baby Animals in Sunny Meadow

Hyper-photorealistic scene of fluffy baby animals—a golden retriever puppy, t...