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Leonardo Kino XL - Image Generator

Cinematic AI image generation model by Leonardo AI. Specialized in creating high-quality cinematic imagery with professional film aesthetics, dramatic lighting, movie-quality visual storytelling, and comprehensive creative controls including Alchemy enhancement and Prompt Magic for entertainment and commercial productions.

Endpoint

Request Headers

FieldValue
API-KEY<api-key>
Content-Typeapplication/json

Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescription
typestringYesFeature type identifier. Must be IMAGE_GENERATOR
modelstringYesAI model identifier. Must be aa77f04e-3eec-4034-9c07-d0f619684628
promptObjectobjectYesConfiguration object containing all generation parameters

Prompt Object Parameters

Basic Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescriptionDefault
promptstringYesText description of the cinematic image to generate-
sizestringYesGenerated image dimensions1024x1024
nnumberYesNumber of images to generate (1-4)1
negativePromptstringNoDescribe what you don't want in the image-

Leonardo Common Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescriptionDefaultRange
leonardo_guidance_scaleintegerNoHow strongly generation reflects the prompt71-20
leonardo_num_inference_stepsintegerNoNumber of inference steps for generation1510-60
leonardo_seedintegerNoFixed seed for consistency across generations-0-9999999998
leonardo_tillingbooleanNoWhether images should tile on all axesfalse-
leonardo_transparencystringNoType of transparency to use-disabled, foreground_only
leonardo_preset_stylestringNoStyle preset for generation-Dynamic based on Alchemy settings

Image Guidance Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescriptionDefaultRange
leonardo_image_promptsarrayNoUpload images to use as image prompts-Max 4 images
leonardo_init_image_idstringNoInit image ID to influence generation features-Required for Fantasy Avatar
leonardo_init_strengthfloatNoHow strongly generated images reflect init image-0.1-0.9
leonardo_fantasy_avatarbooleanNoEnable Fantasy Avatar feature (requires Init Image ID when enabled)false-

Alchemy Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescriptionDefaultRange
leonardo_alchemybooleanNoEnable Alchemy enhancementtrue-
leonardo_contrast_ratiofloatNoContrast ratio for Alchemy-0-1
leonardo_expanded_domainbooleanNoEnable Expanded Domain featurefalse-
leonardo_photo_realbooleanNoEnable PhotoReal featurefalse-
leonardo_photo_real_versionstringNoPhotoReal version (automatically set to v2 when PhotoReal is enabled)v2v2
leonardo_photo_real_strengthfloatNoPhotoReal depth of field (v1 only)0.550.45, 0.5, 0.55

Prompt Magic Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescriptionDefaultRange
leonardo_prompt_magicbooleanNoEnable Prompt Magicfalse-
leonardo_prompt_magic_versionstringNoPrompt Magic versionv3v2, v3
leonardo_prompt_magic_strengthfloatNoStrength of Prompt Magic-0.1-1.0
leonardo_hight_constrastbooleanNoEnable High Contrast (controls RAW mode)false-
leonardo_hight_resolutionbooleanNoEnable High Resolutionfalse-

Enhance Prompt Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDescriptionDefault
leonardo_enhance_promptbooleanNoEnable prompt enhancementfalse
leonardo_enhance_prompt_instructionstringNoInstructions for prompt enhancement-

Supported Image Sizes

SizeResolutionUse Case
512x512Standard squareQuick concepts, storyboards
1024x768LandscapeCinematic wide shots, environments
768x1024PortraitCharacter close-ups, vertical compositions
1024x1024High-res squareHigh-quality cinematic stills

Kino XL Features

FeatureDescription
Cinematic AestheticsProfessional film-quality visual composition and styling
Dramatic LightingMovie-standard lighting techniques and atmospheric effects
Visual StorytellingNarrative-focused imagery with emotional depth
Professional Film QualityCommercial-grade cinematic output
Alchemy EnhancementAdvanced AI processing for superior cinematic quality
Prompt MagicAI-powered prompt expansion for cinematic contexts
PhotoReal TechnologyPhotorealistic cinematic imagery
High ResolutionEnhanced detail for professional film applications

Code Examples

curl --location 'https://api.1min.ai/api/features' \
--header 'API-KEY: <api-key>' \
--header 'Content-Type: application/json' \
--data '{
"type": "IMAGE_GENERATOR",
"model": "aa77f04e-3eec-4034-9c07-d0f619684628",
"promptObject": {
"prompt": "cinematic scene, dramatic lighting, hero standing on cliff overlooking vast landscape, golden hour, film noir style, high contrast",
"negativePrompt": "amateur, low quality, poor lighting, flat, simple",
"size": "1024x768",
"n": 1,
"leonardo_alchemy": true,
"leonardo_guidance_scale": 10,
"leonardo_num_inference_steps": 35,
"leonardo_prompt_magic": true,
"leonardo_prompt_magic_version": "v3",
"leonardo_hight_constrast": true
}
}'

Interactive Playground

API Playground

https://api.1min.ai/api/features
Describe the cinematic image you want to generate
Describe what you don't want in the image
Generated image dimensions
Number of images to generate (1-4)
How strongly generation reflects the prompt (1-20)
Number of inference steps (10-60)
Fixed seed for consistency (0-9999999998)
Enable tiling on all axes
Type of transparency to use
Enable Alchemy enhancement
Alchemy contrast ratio (0-1)
Enable Expanded Domain feature
Enable PhotoReal feature
How strongly generated images reflect init image (0.1-0.9)
Enable Fantasy Avatar feature (requires Init Image ID when enabled)
Enable Prompt Magic
Prompt Magic version (v2 or v3)
Strength of Prompt Magic (0.1-1.0)
Enable High Contrast (controls RAW mode)
Enable High Resolution
Enable prompt enhancement
Instructions for prompt enhancement

Generated cURL Command:

curl -X POST "https://api.1min.ai/api/features" \
-H "API-KEY: <your-api-key>" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"type": "IMAGE_GENERATOR",
"model": "aa77f04e-3eec-4034-9c07-d0f619684628",
"promptObject": {
"prompt": "cinematic scene, dramatic lighting, hero standing on cliff overlooking vast landscape, golden hour, film noir style, high contrast",
"negativePrompt": "amateur, low quality, poor lighting, flat, simple",
"size": "1024x768",
"n": 1,
"leonardo_alchemy": true,
"leonardo_guidance_scale": 10,
"leonardo_num_inference_steps": 35
}
}'

Response Format

{
"aiRecord": {
"uuid": "e4f5g6h7-i8j9-0123-4567-890123defghi",
"userId": "user-12345",
"teamId": "team-67890",
"model": "aa77f04e-3eec-4034-9c07-d0f619684628",
"type": "IMAGE_GENERATOR",
"status": "SUCCESS",
"createdAt": "2025-01-15T10:50:00.000Z",
"aiRecordDetail": {
"promptObject": {
"prompt": "cinematic scene, dramatic lighting, hero standing on cliff overlooking vast landscape, golden hour, film noir style, high contrast",
"negativePrompt": "amateur, low quality, poor lighting, flat, simple",
"size": "1024x768",
"n": 1,
"leonardo_alchemy": true,
"leonardo_guidance_scale": 10,
"leonardo_num_inference_steps": 35,
"leonardo_prompt_magic": true,
"leonardo_prompt_magic_version": "v3",
"leonardo_hight_constrast": true
},
"resultObject": [
"development/images/2025_01_15_10_50_45_001_cinematic_scene.webp"
]
},
"temporaryUrl": "https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/asset.1min.ai/development/images/2025_01_15_10_50_45_001_cinematic_scene.webp?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&..."
}
}

Use Cases

Film & Entertainment Industry

  • Movie Concept Art: Pre-production visuals, storyboards, and scene concepts
  • TV Series Development: Episode concepts, character studies, and set designs
  • Documentary Visuals: Dramatic recreations and historical visualizations
  • Music Videos: Cinematic shots, artistic compositions, and narrative scenes
  • Short Films: Independent production visuals and creative concepts

Commercial & Advertising

  • Brand Cinematography: High-end commercial visuals with film aesthetics
  • Product Launches: Dramatic product reveals and showcase imagery
  • Campaign Visuals: Storytelling imagery for marketing campaigns
  • Corporate Videos: Professional business cinematography
  • Event Promotion: Cinematic event posters and promotional materials

Creative & Artistic Projects

  • Digital Cinematography: Film-style digital art and compositions
  • Portfolio Work: Professional cinematic photography for portfolios
  • Art Direction: Visual concepts for creative projects
  • Editorial Photography: Magazine and publication cinematography
  • Fine Art: Cinematic fine art photography and digital art

Gaming & Interactive Media

  • Game Cinematics: Cutscene concepts and cinematic sequences
  • Environmental Design: Atmospheric game environments and scenes
  • Character Cinematography: Dramatic character presentations
  • Trailer Assets: Game trailer visuals and promotional materials
  • Interactive Narratives: Visual novel and story-driven game art