Image Generation Tools Decision

Tools Evaluated

Nano Banana (Google Gemini)

• Gemini native image generation
• Part of Gemini API (cheap at scale)
• Good for: text-to-image, photo editing, character consistency
• Best long-term option for high volume

Weavy.ai

• Free tier: 375 images/month
• Access to multiple models: Flux, Ideogram, Runway, etc.
• Workflow builder for complex pipelines
• $24/mo Starter = 3,750 images

OpenAI DALL-E

• ~$0.04/image, no free tier

Decision

Start with Weavy.ai free tier

• 375 images/month covers article needs (est. 60 images/month)
• No setup required
• Evaluate Nano Banana if volume increases

Agent Assignment

• Maya (Content Lead) gets image gen capability
• She writes articles so delivers complete posts (text + images)
• Lux (Design Lead) reserved for brand assets, logos, UI design