fame graphic

Generate diverse creative illustrations via OpenAI Images API. Create book illustrations, editorial art, children's book art, concept illustrations, and artistic scenes. Use when user needs creative visual content for stories, articles, presentations, or artistic projects (e.g., "illustrate a fairy tale scene", "create editorial art about technology", "design children's book illustrations", "generate concept art for a story").

Security Scan

The skill mostly matches its stated purpose (generating images via the OpenAI Images API) but contains inconsistencies (undocumented required env vars, duplicated files, a Node package.json alongside a Python script) and a minor risk that a custom API base could be repointed for exfiltration — review before installing or running.

Purpose & Capability

The name/description and the included Python script align: the code builds prompts and posts to an OpenAI Images endpoint to generate illustrations. However, package.json declares a Node engine and lists SKILL.md as the main file while the implementation is Python — this is an odd packaging mismatch and likely unnecessary. The skill manifest also did not declare the OPENAI_API_KEY env var even though SKILL.md and the script require it.

Instruction Scope

SKILL.md's runtime instructions are narrowly scoped to running the included Python script and supplying an OpenAI API key (or --api-key). It does reference local paths (~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py and a default ~/Projects/tmp output dir) which may not exist on the host — these are convenience examples but could reveal assumptions about the user's home layout. The instructions do not request other unrelated files or secrets.

Install Mechanism

No install spec is provided (instruction-only behavior), and the only code is a Python script included in the bundle. There are no downloads or external installers. The duplication of files in the manifest (SKILL.md, package.json, scripts/illustrate.py each listed twice) is sloppy but not inherently malicious.

Credentials

The skill requires an OpenAI API key (SKILL.md: OPENAI_API_KEY and the script accepts --api-key), but the skill registry metadata did not list any required env vars — that's an inconsistency that should be corrected. The script also honors OPENAI_BASE_URL / OPENAI_API_BASE to change the API base: while useful for enterprise proxies, this lets a configured base be repointed to an arbitrary endpoint, which could be used to collect prompts/keys if set by an attacker or misconfigured environment. Only an OpenAI API key (and optional API base override) appears necessary; no other credentials are requested.

Persistence & Privilege

The skill does not request persistent or elevated platform privileges (always:false). It writes output files to a local out-dir but does not attempt to modify other skills or system configuration. Autonomous invocation is enabled by default (platform default) but there is no always:true or other escalated persistence.

What to consider before installing

What to check before installing or running this skill: - The SKILL.md and script require an OpenAI API key (OPENAI_API_KEY or --api-key). The registry metadata did not declare this — treat that as an oversight and only supply a key with appropriate (limited) permissions or use a throwaway key. - The script honors OPENAI_BASE_URL / OPENAI_API_BASE. If those environment variables are set in your environment, the script will send prompts and your API key to whatever host they point to. Ensure those vars are trustworthy or unset them before running. - The package contains a Python script but also a Node package.json (likely unnecessary). This packaging mismatch is sloppy; review the included scripts/illustrate.py yourself to confirm behavior (it is readable and sends HTTP POST requests to an images/generations endpoint and writes files locally). - The manifest lists files twice — this is likely a packaging error but worth noting. - Run the script in an isolated environment (no sensitive env vars present), or inspect/edit the code to harden API base handling before use. If you are uncomfortable, don't provide your primary OpenAI key — create a limited test key or run in a network-restricted environment. If you want, I can point out the exact lines in scripts/illustrate.py that perform network requests and file writes, or produce a short checklist to safely run the skill.

Creative Illustration Factory

Generate professional illustrations for books, editorial content, children's stories, and creative projects.

Setup

• Needs env: OPENAI_API_KEY

Quick Start

Generate a simple illustration:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "a cozy cottage in an enchanted forest"

Generate with specific style:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "a robot learning to paint" \
  --style "watercolor" \
  --mood "whimsical"

Generate a story sequence:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "Alice discovers a tiny door" \
  --subject "Alice shrinks down" \
  --subject "Alice enters Wonderland" \
  --style "whimsical illustration" \
  --mood "magical"

Illustration Types

Book Illustrations

• chapter-opener - Full-page chapter opening scene
• character-intro - Character introduction portrait
• landscape-scene - Wide landscape establishing shot
• action-moment - Dynamic action or pivotal moment
• emotional-scene - Emotional or dramatic scene
• cover-art - Book cover illustration style

Editorial / Magazine Art

• conceptual-art - Abstract conceptual illustration
• info-graphic - Informational illustration style
• portrait-editorial - Editorial portrait
• spot-illustration - Small spot illustration
• full-page-spread - Magazine full-page spread

Children's Book Art

• picture-book - Classic picture book illustration
• whimsical - Playful and imaginative style
• educational - Educational book illustration
• bedtime-story - Soft, calming bedtime story art
• adventure-map - Adventure map or treasure map

Concept Art

• environment-concept - Environmental concept art
• character-concept - Character design concept
• prop-concept - Object or prop design
• storyboard - Storyboard panel style
• mood-board - Mood board aesthetic

Styles

Traditional Media

• watercolor - Watercolor painting with soft edges
• oil-painting - Rich oil painting texture
• charcoal-sketch - Charcoal drawing style
• ink-wash - Ink wash / sumi-e style
• pastel - Soft pastel drawing
• colored-pencil - Colored pencil illustration
• gouache - Gouache opaque watercolor
• acrylic - Acrylic painting style
• lino-cut - Linocut printmaking style
• woodcut - Woodcut print aesthetic

Digital Styles

• digital-painting - Digital painting
• vector-illustration - Clean vector art
• flat-design - Flat design aesthetic
• isometric - Isometric perspective
• pixel-art - Retro pixel art
• concept-art - Game/film concept art style
• cel-shaded - Cel shaded animation style
• low-poly - Low poly 3D aesthetic

Book & Print Styles

• picture-book - Classic picture book
• storybook-illustration - Vintage storybook art
• editorial-illustration - Magazine editorial
• newspaper-engraving - Newspaper engraving style
• poster-art - Vintage poster design
• woodblock-print - Japanese woodblock print
• screen-print - Screen print aesthetic

Mood

• whimsical - Playful and imaginative
• magical - Magical and enchanting
• mysterious - Mysterious and intriguing
• peaceful - Calm and serene
• dramatic - Dramatic and intense
• nostalgic - Warm and nostalgic
• gloomy - Dark and atmospheric
• vibrant - Bright and energetic
• romantic - Soft and romantic
• quirky - Quirky and eccentric

Parameters

• --subject - Illustration subject/description (repeatable for batch)
• --type - Illustration type (default: illustration)
• --style - Artistic style (default: watercolor)
• --mood - Mood/atmosphere (default: peaceful)
• --palette - Color palette suggestion
• --composition - Composition guidance (e.g., "wide shot", "close-up")
• --count - Number of variants per subject (default: 1)
• --out-dir - Output directory (default: ~/Projects/tmp/creative-illustration-*)
• --size - Image size: 1024x1024, 1792x1024, 1024x1792 (default: 1024x1024)
• --quality - high/standard (default: high)
• --model - OpenAI image model (default: gpt-image-1.5)
• --api-key - OpenAI API key (or use OPENAI_API_KEY env)

Advanced Examples

Children's book page:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "a curious rabbit with a pocket watch" \
  --type "picture-book" \
  --style "watercolor" \
  --mood "whimsical" \
  --palette "pastel"

Editorial concept art:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "AI and humanity working together" \
  --type "conceptual-art" \
  --style "vector-illustration" \
  --mood "optimistic" \
  --composition "symbolic"

Story sequence:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "Hero finds an ancient map" \
  --subject "Hero deciphers mysterious symbols" \
  --subject "Hero discovers a hidden passage" \
  --subject "Hero enters the forgotten temple" \
  --style "storybook-illustration" \
  --mood "mysterious" \
  --palette "earth tones"

Full custom prompt:

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --prompt "A magical treehouse library nestled among ancient redwoods, spiral staircase winding up the trunk, lanterns hanging from branches, books floating in mid-air, warm golden light streaming through leaves, detailed watercolor illustration style, whimsical and enchanting"

Color Palettes

• pastel - Soft pastel colors
• earth tones - Natural browns, greens, golds
• vibrant - Bright saturated colors
• muted - Desaturated, subtle colors
• monochrome - Single color variations
• jewel tones - Rich ruby, emerald, sapphire
• autumn - Orange, red, yellow, brown
• winter - Blue, white, silver, purple
• tropical - Bright greens, teals, pinks
• vintage - Warm sepia, faded tones

Composition

• wide shot - Wide establishing scene
• close-up - Intimate close-up
• panoramic - Panoramic landscape
• rule-of-thirds - Balanced rule of thirds
• centered - Centered subject
• diagonal - Dynamic diagonal composition
• triangular - Triangular composition
• circular - Circular / spiral composition
• symmetrical - Perfectly symmetrical
• asymmetrical - Asymmetrical balance

Output

• *.png - Illustration images
• prompts.json - All prompts used
• index.html - Illustration gallery

Project Templates

Children's Book (4-6 images)

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "Girl finds a magical seed" \
  --subject "Seed grows into a glowing plant" \
  --subject "Plant reveals a tiny fairy" \
  --subject "Fairy shows girl a secret garden" \
  --subject "Girl shares garden with friends" \
  --type "picture-book" \
  --style "watercolor" \
  --mood "whimsical"

Magazine Editorial (1-2 images)

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "The future of sustainable cities" \
  --type "conceptual-art" \
  --style "vector-illustration" \
  --mood "optimistic" \
  --count 2

Fantasy Story Chapter Opener (1 image)

python3 ~/Projects/agent-scripts/skills/creative-illustration/scripts/illustrate.py \
  --subject "The dragon's treasure hoard under ancient runes" \
  --type "chapter-opener" \
  --style "oil-painting" \
  --mood "dramatic" \
  --palette "jewel tones"