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Kontext

by Black Forest Labs

AI-powered image editing with natural language. Kontext by Black Forest Labs lets you modify any image by simply describing what you want changed — backgrounds, elements, styles — on Morphic.

Image-to-ImageImage EditingBackground ReplacementStyle Transfer

Overview

Kontext is Black Forest Labs' AI image editing model that lets you modify any image using natural language. Instead of learning complex editing software, simply upload an image and describe what you want changed — swap backgrounds, modify elements, transfer styles, or adjust details. Kontext intelligently applies your edits while preserving the composition and quality of unaffected areas.

Technical Specifications

Key specs and capabilities at a glance.

Image + Text

Input

Upload image, describe edits

Natural Language

Editing

Plain text edit instructions

High

Preservation

Preserves unedited areas

Resolution

Up to 2K output resolution

Key Features

What makes Kontext stand out from other AI models.

Natural Language Editing

Describe changes in plain English — 'change the background to a beach,' 'make the sky sunset colors,' 'remove the person on the left' — and Kontext applies them intelligently.

Composition Preservation

Modifies only what you ask to change while preserving the original composition, lighting balance, and visual style of unaffected areas.

Background Replacement

Swap backgrounds seamlessly. The subject is automatically detected and the new background is integrated with matching perspective, lighting, and color harmony.

Element Modification

Change specific elements within an image — clothing colors, object types, text content, material textures — while keeping everything else intact.

Style Transformation

Transform the visual style of images — turn photos into illustrations, apply painting styles, change color palettes — while maintaining composition and subject identity.

Non-Destructive Editing

Each edit builds on the original image. If you don't like a change, simply describe a different modification — the original is always preserved.

Use Cases

How creators and businesses use Kontext on Morphic.

Product Photo Editing

Change product backgrounds, adjust lighting, modify colors, and create lifestyle context shots from simple studio photos — no Photoshop required.

Marketing Asset Variations

Generate multiple variations of marketing images — different backgrounds, seasons, color schemes, or settings — from a single source image.

Portrait Retouching

Edit portraits with natural language — change backgrounds, adjust lighting, modify clothing, or add environmental context while preserving facial identity.

Creative Style Transfer

Transform photographs into illustrations, paintings, or stylized versions for creative projects, social media, and artistic applications.

Prompt Examples

Get started with these prompts — paste them into Morphic Studio and hit generate.

Background Swap

Change the background to a modern office with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a city skyline at sunset

Element Edit

Change the shirt color from blue to red and add a subtle pattern, keep everything else exactly the same

Style Transfer

Transform this photograph into a watercolor painting style with soft edges and muted pastel colors

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kontext?

Kontext is Black Forest Labs' AI image editing model (part of the Flux family). It lets you modify existing images using natural language descriptions — change backgrounds, edit elements, transfer styles — while preserving the parts you don't want changed.

How is Kontext different from generating a new image?

Kontext starts with YOUR image and modifies it. A new generation creates from scratch. Use Kontext when you have an image that's 80% right and need specific changes — it preserves your original composition and style.

Can I change just one element in an image?

Yes. Kontext is designed for targeted edits. Describe exactly what you want changed and everything else stays the same — background, other objects, lighting, and overall composition are preserved.

What kind of edits can Kontext handle?

Background replacement, element modification, color changes, style transfer, object addition/removal, text editing, clothing changes, environmental adjustments, and more — all through natural language instructions.