[Feature Request] Please bring back the original Qwen-Image model with artistic/semi-realistic style
Issue Description
I'm writing to respectfully request that the original Qwen-Image model (the version available in Krea.ai and early demos) be made available again.
Why the Original Model Was Special
The original Qwen-Image had a unique semi-realistic, painterly style that was exceptional for artistic image generation. Unlike newer versions optimized for photorealism, the original model created images with:
- Artistic "AI look" - what developers might consider a limitation was actually a feature for artists: it created painterly, atmospheric images that resembled classical art rather than photographs
- Soft, museum-like lighting - beautiful chiaroscuro effects
- Noble color palette - rich, deep tones reminiscent of baroque paintings
- Understanding of classical aesthetics - exceptional handling of antique subjects, still lifes, and historical scenes
What Was Lost
The newer versions (Qwen-Image-2512, Qwen-Image-2.0) are optimized to:
- Reduce "AI look"
- Improve photorealism
- Create more natural-looking details
While these improvements are valuable for certain use cases, they removed the artistic quality that made the original model irreplaceable for creating painterly, atmospheric artwork.
Request
Could you please consider:
- Keeping both versions available - the original Qwen-Image for artistic创作 and the newer versions for photorealism
- Fixing the Hugging Face demo - it currently shows runtime errors
- Clearly labeling the models - so users can choose based on their needs (artistic vs. photorealistic)
Examples
The original model created stunning artistic compositions with:
- Classical busts with torn wall revealing landscapes
- Still lifes with grapes, olives, oil lamps
- Atmospheric lighting and painterly textures
These images had a soul and artistic quality that no other model has matched.
Conclusion
The original Qwen-Image was, in my experience, the best generator for artistic images among all available models. Its unique style was not a bug - it was the feature that made it special.
Thank you for creating such an amazing tool, and I hope you'll consider bringing it back for artists who value its unique aesthetic.
Model used: Original Qwen-Image (available in Krea.ai before removal)
Use case: Artistic/painterly image generation
Preferred style: Semi-realistic, classical art aesthetic
Source: QwenLM/Qwen-Image