Riverflow 1

AI Image Editing Model

$$ · 3.9¢

Sourceful's state-of-the-art image editing model using a vision language model with chain-of-thought reasoning combined with open weights diffusion models for design-grade precision

Example outputs coming soon

1024 x 1024
Max Resolution
Input / Output
Text Image Image
Active

Details

Model ID
riverflow-1
Also known as: riverflow-1-standard, riverflow-1-base
Creator
Sourceful
Family
riverflow
Max Input Images
3
Tags
image-generation image-editing
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Providers & Pricing (1)

Riverflow 1 is available exclusively through Runware, starting at $0.039/image.

Runware
runware/riverflow-1
Provider Model ID: sourceful:1@1
$0.039 /image

riverflow-1-standard API OpenAI-compatible

Lumenfall provides an OpenAI-compatible API to integrate Riverflow 1 for design-grade text-to-image generation and complex image editing workflows.

Base URL
https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1
Model
riverflow-1

Text to Image Generate

Create images from text descriptions

curl -X POST \
  https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1/images/generations \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $LUMENFALL_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "model": "riverflow-1",
    "prompt": "A serene mountain landscape at sunset",
    "size": "1024x1024"
  }'
# Response:
# { "created": 1234567890, "data": [{ "url": "https://...", "revised_prompt": "..." }] }

Image Editing Edit

Transform existing images with text instructions

curl -X POST \
  https://api.lumenfall.ai/openai/v1/images/edits \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $LUMENFALL_API_KEY" \
  -F "model=riverflow-1" \
  -F "[email protected]" \
  -F "prompt=Add a starry night sky to this image" \
  -F "size=1024x1024"
# Response:
# { "created": 1234567890, "data": [{ "url": "https://...", "revised_prompt": "..." }] }

Riverflow 1 FAQ

How much does Riverflow 1 cost?

Riverflow 1 starts at $0.039 per image through Lumenfall. Pricing varies by provider. Lumenfall does not add any markup to provider pricing.

How do I use Riverflow 1 via API?

You can use Riverflow 1 through Lumenfall's OpenAI-compatible API. Send requests to the unified endpoint with model ID "riverflow-1". Code examples are available in Python, JavaScript, and cURL.

Which providers offer Riverflow 1?

Riverflow 1 is available through Runware on Lumenfall. Lumenfall automatically routes requests to the best available provider.

What is the maximum resolution for Riverflow 1?

Riverflow 1 supports images up to 1024x1024 resolution.

Overview

Riverflow 1 is a multimodal image editing model developed by Sourceful that focuses on high-precision design tasks. It differentiates itself from standard diffusion models by integrating a vision language model (VLM) that utilizes chain-of-thought reasoning to interpret complex editing instructions. This architecture allows the model to better understand spatial relationships and specific design constraints before executing pixel-level changes.

Strengths

  • Instruction Adherence: The integration of chain-of-thought reasoning helps the model follow multi-step or nuanced natural language instructions more accurately than models that rely on simple CLIP embeddings.
  • Design-Grade Precision: Optimized for professional workflows where maintaining the structural integrity of the original image—such as perspective, lighting, and object proportions—is critical during the editing process.
  • Spatial Awareness: The vision-language component excels at identifying specific regions for modification, reducing the need for manual masking or complex in-painting coordinates.
  • Multimodal Input Flexibility: Seamlessly processes both text prompts and reference images to perform contextual edits, such as style transfers or object replacements that match the surrounding environment.

Limitations

  • Processing Latency: Because the model performs cognitive reasoning steps (chain-of-thought) before generating the output, it may have higher inference times compared to single-pass diffusion models.
  • Stylistic Range: While highly effective for realistic and design-oriented modifications, it may not exhibit the same level of abstract creativity as specialized artistic models when given highly open-ended or vague prompts.

Technical Background

Riverflow 1 is built on a hybrid architecture that bridges vision-language modeling with open-weights diffusion frameworks. The core innovation involves using the VLM to generate an internal reasoning path that guides the diffusion process, effectively acting as an intelligent controller for the image generation backbone. This approach mimics a designer’s logic by first analyzing the “what” and “where” of an edit before committing to the final visual output.

Best For

Riverflow 1 is best suited for professional product photography editing, architectural visualization updates, and marketing asset iteration where precise control over existing imagery is required. It is an excellent choice for developers building tools that require “smart” image manipulation without forcing users to learn complex prompt engineering.

You can experiment with Riverflow 1 and integrate it into your applications through Lumenfall’s unified API and interactive playground.

Try Riverflow 1 in Playground

Generate images with custom prompts — no API key needed.

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