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AI icon and illustration generator

Create consistent spot illustrations, empty states, onboarding art and app icons in your brand palette, from your chat or directly inside your codebase.

AI-generated icon set example

Prompts to try

  • “Set of 6 spot illustrations for our onboarding screens, same style and colors.”

  • “App icon for a meditation app: a simple lotus, soft gradient, rounded square.”

  • “Empty-state illustration for “No messages yet”, friendly and minimal.”

Recommended models

Tips

  • Recraft V4.1 keeps a consistent style across a set.
  • Describe the style precisely and reuse it for each item.
  • Ask for a transparent or plain background for easy placement.

Works in the apps you already use

FAQ

Which AI model is best for icons & illustrations?+

Recraft V4.1 is a great starting point: illustration, icons, posters and brand design work. You can also try Nano Banana 2 on the same prompt and keep the best result.

Can I make icons & illustrations in ChatGPT or Claude?+

Yes. Connect PixelMCP to ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any MCP-capable app and describe what you need. The images appear in your chat, ready to download.

How much does it cost?+

From $0.13 per image with the models above. No subscription, credits never expire, and new accounts get 100 free credits.