SeeDream Image
Generates high-quality images using Volcano Engine's SeeDream 4.0 model with AI-powered prompt generation. Supports custom dimensions and intelligent reference images for seamless image creation in MCP-enabled clients.
What is SeeDream Image?
SeeDream Image is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to generates high-quality images using volcano engine's seedream 4.0 model with ai-powered prompt generation. supports custom dimensions and intelligent reference images for seamless image creation in mc...
Generates high-quality images using Volcano Engine's SeeDream 4.0 model with AI-powered prompt generation. Supports custom dimensions and intelligent reference images for seamless image creation in MCP-enabled clients.
This server falls under the Developer Tools category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Generates high-quality images using Volcano Engine's SeeDrea
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx seedream-image-mcpConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use SeeDream Image
SeeDream Image MCP connects AI coding assistants to Volcano Engine's SeeDream 4.0 image generation model, allowing you to generate high-quality images directly from natural language prompts inside your MCP-enabled client. It automatically converts plain text requests into optimized generation prompts, supports custom image dimensions, and accepts reference images for guided creation. Generated image links are typically valid for 24 hours, so download any images you want to keep permanently.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or later installed (for npx)
- A Volcano Engine account with an ARK API key from https://console.volcengine.com/ark/region:ark+cn-beijing/apiKey
- An MCP-enabled client such as Claude Desktop or Cursor
Obtain a Volcano Engine ARK API key
Log in to the Volcano Engine console and navigate to the ARK API key management page. Create a new key and copy its value — you will pass it directly to the server at startup.
https://console.volcengine.com/ark/region:ark+cn-beijing/apiKeyTest the server with npx
Run the server directly with npx to confirm it starts correctly before wiring it into your MCP client. Pass your API key as the --ark-key argument.
npx seedream-image-mcp --ark-key=YOUR_ARK_API_KEYAdd the server to your MCP client config
Open your MCP client configuration file (claude_desktop_config.json for Claude Desktop, or .cursor/mcp.json for Cursor) and add the seedream-image entry. The --ark-key argument is required.
{
"mcpServers": {
"seedream-image": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["seedream-image-mcp", "--ark-key=YOUR_ARK_API_KEY"]
}
}
}Restart your MCP client
Restart Claude Desktop or Cursor so the new server configuration is picked up. The seedream-image tools will appear in the available tools list.
Generate an image
Ask your AI assistant to generate an image. The server will automatically convert your natural language request into a detailed generation prompt and invoke the SeeDream 4.0 model.
SeeDream Image Examples
Client configuration
Complete JSON block for claude_desktop_config.json or Cursor's MCP config file. Replace YOUR_ARK_API_KEY with the key from your Volcano Engine console.
{
"mcpServers": {
"seedream-image": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["seedream-image-mcp", "--ark-key=YOUR_ARK_API_KEY"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts to use once the server is connected. The server translates natural language into optimized generation prompts automatically.
- "Generate a hero image for a SaaS landing page with a clean blue gradient background"
- "Create a product photo of a sleek wireless headphone on a white background"
- "Draw a cartoon illustration of a golden retriever coding at a laptop"
- "Generate a 1920x1080 banner showing a futuristic cityscape at sunset"Troubleshooting SeeDream Image
Error: invalid or missing --ark-key
Make sure you are passing the API key as --ark-key=YOUR_KEY (with an equals sign, no spaces) in the args array of your config. Verify the key is active in the Volcano Engine ARK console.
Generated image URL is no longer accessible
Volcano Engine image links expire after approximately 24 hours. Download the image to local storage immediately after generation if you need it permanently.
npx command not found or server fails to start
Ensure Node.js 18 or later is installed and that npx is on your PATH. Run 'node --version' to confirm. On some systems you may need to run 'npm install -g seedream-image-mcp' and reference the global binary instead.
Frequently Asked Questions about SeeDream Image
What is SeeDream Image?
SeeDream Image is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that generates high-quality images using volcano engine's seedream 4.0 model with ai-powered prompt generation. supports custom dimensions and intelligent reference images for seamless image creation in mcp-enabled clients. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install SeeDream Image?
Follow the installation instructions on the SeeDream Image GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with SeeDream Image?
SeeDream Image works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is SeeDream Image free to use?
Yes, SeeDream Image is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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