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TESS
The first properly-licensed image generator that enables artists to own their style.

What is TESS?

TESS is a pioneering AI image generator focused on ethical practices and artist empowerment. It provides a platform where artists can create models based on their unique styles, enabling consistent and properly-licensed image generation.

Unlike conventional AI image generators, TESS ensures that artists maintain control and receive compensation for their contributions. The platform includes a robust image editor for refining AI-generated artwork, providing users comprehensive creative control.

Features

  • Consistent Style Generation: Produces art in a consistent visual style defined by artists.
  • Copyright-Safe Generations: Generates properly-licensed images with the full consent of the original artists.
  • Built-in Image Editor: Allows users to edit and customize generated images directly within the platform.
  • Revenue Sharing for Artists: Compensates artists when their style is used for image generation.
  • Private Model Creation: Artists can create a private model of their artistic style.
  • Custom Enterprise Plans: for creative teams looking to create a larger quantity of images.

Use Cases

  • Creating branded illustrations for marketing campaigns.
  • Generating unique artwork for personal projects.
  • Developing consistent visuals for commercial publications.
  • Enabling artists to monetize their style through AI.
  • Producing copyright-safe images for various applications.

FAQs

  • How are artists compensated on Tess?
    Artists who contribute to Tess are compensated through a revenue sharing program. When users generate images with an artist's style, Tess pays out a royalty from the generation fees directly to the artist.
  • What are the different pricing plans for individuals?
    Tess offers three plans for individuals: Starter ($20/month for 50 generations), Pro ($40/month for 200 generations), and Premium ($80/month for 600 generations).
  • Does Tess offer plans for teams?
    Yes, Tess offers custom enterprise plans for creative teams, including options for private models trained on their own artwork.
  • Do unused generations roll over to the next month?
    No, unused generations do not roll over to the next month.

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