How to Use Deep Dream Generator

Sheryl Williams
16 May 202017:16

TLDRCheryl Williams introduces viewers to the Deep Dream Generator, a web application for creating artistic images by combining a user's photo with a chosen style. The video explains the process of using the generator, starting with uploading an image and selecting a style, which can be a default, user-uploaded, or popular style from the gallery. Users can also save and share their styles and creations, which can be made public or kept private. The video also demonstrates how to download the generated images for personal use. Cheryl encourages viewers to explore the application, create their own dreams, and share their work for inspiration and feedback.

Takeaways

  • 🌐 The Deep Dream Generator is a web application, not a phone app or an iPad app.
  • 🎨 The website features a gallery where users can view and get inspired by dreams created by others.
  • 🔍 Users can browse through trending, latest, or top-rated dreams on the platform.
  • 📊 Trending content is determined by user votes, which also contribute to the points system.
  • 📱 The feed section displays dreams from people you follow.
  • 📁 An account is free to set up and allows for personalization with a profile photo, cover photo, name, email, and a short bio.
  • 🖼️ The generator combines an uploaded image with a selected style to create a dream image.
  • ⏱️ The generation process can be time-consuming, taking up to ten minutes depending on various factors.
  • 📤 Users have the option to keep their generated dreams private or make them public.
  • 🎨 Styles can be selected from default, popular, or user-uploaded styles, and can be saved for future use.
  • 🔄 Users can download their created dream images for personal use, such as painting references.
  • 🔗 The video provides a link to a tutorial for further learning on how to use the Deep Dream Generator.

Q & A

  • What is Deep Dream Generator?

    -Deep Dream Generator is a web application that allows users to create artistic images, often referred to as 'dreams,' by combining elements of an original image with a chosen style or 'filter' to produce a unique and often surreal visual result.

  • How can I access the Deep Dream Generator?

    -You can access Deep Dream Generator by visiting the website 'deepdreamgenerator.com' on a web browser, such as Chrome or Firefox.

  • What is the purpose of the gallery on the Deep Dream Generator website?

    -The gallery showcases dreams created by other users. It allows you to view the original image, the style used, and the final dream image. It also features trending, latest, and best-rated dreams.

  • How can I create my own dream image with the Deep Dream Generator?

    -To create your own dream image, you first upload an image, then select a style, and finally, adjust the settings if necessary. After choosing whether to keep the image private or public, you click on 'generate' to start the process.

  • What are the different types of styles available in the Deep Dream Generator?

    -There are default styles, which include deep styles and thin styles. Users can also save their own styles, use popular styles that change regularly, and even create compound styles by combining multiple styles.

  • How can I save a style that I like from the gallery?

    -If you see a style in the gallery that you like, you can click on the plus symbol next to the dream image to copy that style to your own styles.

  • What are the steps to download the dream image I created?

    -To download your created dream image, go to your account, select the dream you created, click on the download button, and then right-click on the image and select 'Save image as' to save it to your device.

  • How can I keep my generated dream private?

    -When generating a dream, you have the option to keep it private or make it public. If you do not want your dream to appear in the gallery, ensure you select the private option before generating.

  • What are the benefits of setting up an account on Deep Dream Generator?

    -Setting up an account allows you to save your own styles, access your generated dreams, and customize your profile with a photo, cover photo, name, email, and a short bio. It also lets you vote on other users' dreams, influencing what trends.

  • How long does it typically take to generate a dream image?

    -The generation process can take anywhere from a few minutes to about ten minutes, depending on the complexity of the style and the speed of your internet connection.

  • Can I use a style from another user's dream that I find in the gallery?

    -Yes, you can use a style from another user's dream by clicking on the plus symbol next to the dream in the gallery, which will save that style to your own styles for use.

  • How can I find additional tutorials or resources for using Deep Dream Generator?

    -The presenter mentions a link to a tutorial from 'steamy calm' in the video description, which can provide more in-depth guidance on using the Deep Dream Generator.

Outlines

00:00

🌐 Introduction to Deep Dream Generator

Cheryl Williams introduces the Deep Dream Generator, a web application for creating artistic images by combining an original photo with a style, often referred to as a 'filter'. The website features a gallery showcasing user-created dreams, trending and popular images, and a feed for following other users' dreams. Users can join and vote on images to influence trends. The process of generating a dream involves uploading an image, selecting a style, and then combining these elements to create a unique piece of art. The video also covers the account setup process, which is free and allows for personalization with a profile photo, cover photo, and other details.

05:02

🎨 Exploring the Generator and Styles

The video explains the generator process, which includes selecting an image and a style to create a dream. Initially, users can choose from default styles, which are pre-set textures and colors. The settings section allows for customization of the generation process, though it's recommended for beginners to avoid this at first. Dreams can be kept private or made public, and once generated, they can take time to process. Cheryl shares her experience with the trial and error of generating images and finding ones she likes. The video also delves into selecting and using styles, including default styles, user-uploaded styles, and popular styles. It shows how to save a style from the gallery for personal use.

10:04

📘 Using and Saving Styles

Cheryl demonstrates how to use personal styles saved in the user's account and how to generate new styles from uploaded images. She also discusses the use of popular styles that change regularly, encouraging users to revisit the site. The video explains how to create compound styles by combining multiple styles in one image to achieve different visual effects. Cheryl guides viewers on how to download the generated images for personal use, noting the process for saving the original, style, and finished dream image. She also suggests taking a screenshot to save a style if downloading is not an option.

15:14

📌 Sharing and Learning with the Community

The video concludes with an invitation to share created dreams within a conference group and to explore the creative work of others for inspiration. Cheryl encourages viewers to give credit to the original creators when using their styles and to learn from the community. She also provides a link to a tutorial for further learning on using the Deep Dream Generator, emphasizing the continuous learning aspect of the tool and the community.

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Keywords

💡Deep Dream Generator

Deep Dream Generator is a web application designed to create artistic images by combining an original photo with a chosen 'style' to produce a unique 'dream' image. In the video, it is the central tool used to demonstrate the process of generating dreamlike images, which can be shared publicly or kept private.

💡Gallery

The Gallery is a feature within the Deep Dream Generator where users can view previously created 'dreams' by other users. It showcases a variety of images, styles, and the final dream creations, allowing users to draw inspiration and see what is trending or considered the best by the community.

💡Style

In the context of the Deep Dream Generator, a 'style' refers to the artistic filter or texture that is applied to the original image to create the dreamlike effect. Styles can be selected from default options, uploaded by the user, or saved from the gallery, and they significantly influence the final appearance of the generated dream image.

💡Generate

The 'Generate' process is the action of combining the uploaded image with the selected style using the Deep Dream Generator. This process can take some time, as it involves complex calculations to blend the image and style into a new creation. The video emphasizes the patience required during this step due to the rendering time.

💡Account

An account within the Deep Dream Generator allows users to personalize their experience by setting up a profile, saving their styles, and managing their generated dreams. The video explains that users can edit their profiles, which can include a photo, cover photo, name, email, and a short bio, enhancing their public presence on the platform.

💡Upload Image

Uploading an image is the first step in the dream generation process. Users select an image from their computer to serve as the base for the dream image. The video demonstrates how to upload an image and emphasizes the simplicity of this step in the overall process.

💡Settings

Settings within the Deep Dream Generator allow users to adjust the ranges and parameters for the dream image generation. While the video suggests that beginners may want to avoid changing these settings initially, they offer advanced users the ability to fine-tune the dream creation process.

💡Public/Private

Users have the option to set their generated dreams as either public or private. Public dreams can be seen in the gallery and are eligible for community voting and trending, while private dreams are only visible to the creator. This feature is highlighted in the video as a way to control the visibility and sharing of one's creations.

💡Trending

Trending in the context of the Deep Dream Generator refers to the dreams that have received the most community votes and are currently popular. The video discusses how users can contribute to what is trending by voting on their favorite dreams, thus influencing the visibility of certain creations.

💡Download

Downloading is the process of saving the generated dream image to one's device. The video explains that once a dream image is created, users can download it for personal use, such as for painting or other creative projects. It also provides a tip on how to download the original image or style by taking a screenshot if direct download is not available.

💡My Styles

My Styles is a personal collection of styles that a user has saved or created within their account on the Deep Dream Generator. The video demonstrates how users can access and apply these styles to their images, as well as how new styles can be added to this collection from generated dreams or by uploading new style files.

Highlights

Deep Dream Generator is a web application, not a phone app.

The website features a gallery of dreams created by users, showcasing original images, styles used, and the resulting dream.

Users can view trending, latest, and best dreams, with the ability to vote and influence trends.

Dreams can be set to private or public, affecting their visibility in the gallery.

The generator combines an uploaded image with a selected style to create a dream.

Users can edit their profile with a photo, cover photo, name, email, and a short bio.

The process of generating a dream can take up to ten minutes, depending on various factors.

Users can experiment with different reference photos, textures, and styles to create unique dreams.

Styles can be saved and reused from the user's account, or selected from popular styles that update regularly.

New styles can be uploaded by users, and once generated, they are saved in the user's styles.

The gallery allows users to save styles from other users' dreams by clicking the plus symbol.

Dreams can be downloaded in a format that is ready to be painted by the user.

Users are encouraged to share their creations and styles with the community for inspiration.

The presenter suggests using the generator to find creative ideas and to learn from others' public images.

A tutorial link is provided for further learning on how to use the Deep Dream Generator.

The presenter emphasizes the importance of giving credit to the original creators when using shared styles.

The video concludes with an invitation to join a conference group to share and view dreams created.