Let's talk #ddgart styles #3

psenough
14 May 202012:39

TLDRIn this video, Philip, also known as PS, discusses the 'dbg art' style, a popular aesthetic that has been frequently used in the deep dream generator, particularly a dream created by Daniel War. Although the origin of the style is elusive, Philip explores its application to various images, emphasizing the importance of light backgrounds with key black spots for the best results. He provides examples of successful and unsuccessful applications, noting that high-resolution images with curvy details tend to work better with this style. Philip also shares his personal experiments and suggests that combining high and low scales in deep dream generation could improve outcomes. He invites viewers to share their insights and the original creator of the style, if known, in the comments section.

Takeaways

  • 🎨 The discussed art style is popular in deep dream generation and was notably used by Daniel War, although its origin remains unclear.
  • 🖌️ This style works well with images that have a light background with a few important black spots, giving a sketch-like appearance.
  • 📜 High-resolution images tend to produce better results as they allow for more detail and less distortion from the style's application.
  • 🚫 Straight-lined images may not be ideal for this style as it naturally inclines towards curvier lines and shapes.
  • 🖤 Black and white portraits can benefit from this style, but they need to have some curvature to allow the style to apply effectively.
  • 🚧 Older photos with low contrast might not work well with this style, as they can result in a messy or smudged appearance.
  • 🏙️ The style is suitable for images with rounded parts and can add character to the image, giving it a specific feel.
  • ⛪️ Architectural images like cathedrals can be transformed with this style, but the original's details might be lost if the image is too smudged.
  • 🖇️ Mixing high and low scale deep dream generations and blending them in Photoshop can improve results, especially for detailed backgrounds.
  • 👍 The style can produce pleasing results on high-contrast images with a mix of dark and bright areas, as it enhances these contrasts.
  • ❌ Images with too much white or lacking in black areas are likely to fail with this style, as it relies on the presence of both to create its characteristic effects.

Q & A

  • What is the topic of the video?

    -The video discusses the art styles used in Deep Dream Generator (DDG), with a focus on a particular style that has been widely adopted and was popularized by a dream created by Daniel War.

  • What are some key characteristics of the discussed art style?

    -The style features pen and paper drawings with watercolors, including a lot of dark parts with black shading and some very bright parts. It is cohesive overall and works well for images with a light background and a few important black spots.

  • Why is the origin of the discussed art style hard to determine?

    -The origin is hard to determine because no reference to it was found on Google Images, and it seems to have been used within the Deep Dream Generator before it became widely known.

  • What are some issues to be aware of when applying the art style to images?

    -One should be cautious of the image resolution, as lower resolution can lead to diagonal strips and less coherent application. Also, the original image's curvy lines may not align well with subjects that have very straight lines, leading to misshapen or sideways shapes.

  • How does the art style work with black and white portraits?

    -The style works well for black and white portraits, giving them a unique character and feel, although it requires some tuning to find the best parameters for the application.

  • What are some tips for improving the results when applying the style?

    -Using a higher resolution image can improve the results. Additionally, applying the style at different scales (high and low) and then blending them in Photoshop can help achieve better detail and background integration.

  • Why does the style not work well with images that have a completely white background?

    -The style does not work well with completely white backgrounds because it lacks the necessary black elements for the style to apply its characteristic dark parts. This can result in a smudged appearance.

  • What kind of images work best with the discussed art style?

    -Images with a light background, some black spots that are not too important to the overall image, and curvy details rather than straight lines tend to work best with the style.

  • What does the speaker suggest for images that don't work well with the style?

    -The speaker suggests trying different techniques such as using a higher resolution image, applying the style at different scales, and manually tuning the parameters to achieve better results.

  • What is the speaker's opinion on the effectiveness of the style for old photos?

    -The speaker believes that old photos, especially those with low contrast, may not work well with the style as they can turn out to be a mess. However, with careful tuning and higher resolution, they might still produce acceptable results.

  • What does the speaker recommend for viewers who have more experience with the style or different opinions?

    -The speaker encourages viewers to share their experiences and opinions in the comments below, as they are open to hearing different perspectives and learning from others' experiences.

  • What is the final message from the speaker to the viewers?

    -The speaker hopes that the viewers enjoyed the video and found it useful. They remind viewers to like, subscribe, and donate if possible, and wish them well in their own dreaming endeavors.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Exploring DBG Art Styles

In this video, Philip discusses a popular art style that he has noticed many people using, particularly within the deep dream generator. The style was famously used by Daniel War, but it has been utilized by others before him. Philip explores the origins of the style, which he found difficult to trace, and suggests that it might have been developed within the deep dream generator itself. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the style's suitability for different images and cautions viewers about potential issues when applying it. The style is characterized by dark parts with black shading and bright spots, making it ideal for images with light backgrounds and significant black areas. Philip provides several examples of images that work well with this style, as well as those that do not, and discusses the importance of resolution and the original image's curvature for successful application of the style.

05:02

🖌️ Applying the Style to Various Images

Philip continues by examining how the DBG art style applies to different images, noting that it works well with black and white portraits that have curvy elements. He points out that the style may not be as effective with very old photos or those with low contrast. The video includes examples where the style has been successfully applied, as well as instances where it did not work as well. Philip also shares his own images that utilize the style, discussing the results and areas for improvement. He suggests that higher resolution images with the right amount of black and white can yield better results, and that fine-tuning the application parameters is crucial. The background of the images should not be uniform but have some gradient to it, as a uniform color can lead to smudging or unwanted curvy shapes. Philip concludes by inviting viewers to share their experiences or opinions on the style and to provide feedback in the comments.

10:02

📈 High-Resolution and Fine-Tuning Tips

In the final paragraph, Philip talks about the benefits of using high-resolution images when applying the DBG art style, especially for more intricate details like hair and dresses. He believes that combining high-resolution with small scale and high scale, and then blending the results in Photoshop, could yield excellent outcomes. He also shares an image that he is particularly pleased with, noting the effectiveness of the style's application on various parts of the image, such as the chest, head, and arms. However, he mentions that some parts, like the legs, did not turn out as well. Philip acknowledges that some images did not work well with the style, particularly those with too much white and not enough black to contrast with the style's elements. He encourages viewers to conduct their own experiments with the style, to be cautious and meticulous, and to share any insights they may have. The video ends with Philip inviting viewers to like, subscribe, and donate if they enjoyed the content.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Deep Dream

Deep Dream is a computational art project created by Google which uses a convolutional neural network to find and enhance patterns in images. In the context of the video, it is the tool used to generate art styles based on specific inputs, and it is central to the discussion as the host explores different styles and their applications.

💡Art Style

An art style refers to a distinctive visual language or aesthetic that characterizes an artist's work or a group of artists. In the video, the host discusses a particular art style popularized within the Deep Dream generator and how it can be applied to various images to achieve a unique visual effect.

💡Daniel War

Daniel War is mentioned as the creator of a significant dream that was made using the Deep Dream style. His work is likely influential within the community that uses Deep Dream, and the video suggests that his creation has inspired others to experiment with the same style.

💡Resolution

Resolution in digital images refers to the number of pixels in the image, which affects the level of detail and clarity. The host discusses how higher resolution images can yield better results when applying the Deep Dream style, as they allow for more intricate details and less distortion.

💡Shading

Shading is the technique of using dark and light areas to give a sense of depth and form to an image. The video mentions that the art style has a lot of dark parts with black shading and bright parts, which contributes to its cohesive and visually appealing look.

💡Background

The background of an image is the area that surrounds the main subject. The host points out that for the Deep Dream style to work well, the background should have a light tone with some black spots, as a solid white or featureless background can lead to a smudged or less coherent result.

💡Curvy Lines

Curvy lines refer to the undulating, non-linear shapes that are characteristic of the discussed art style. The host notes that images with curvy details work better with the style, as straight lines can lead to incoherent or unintended shapes when the style is applied.

💡Black and White Portraits

Black and white portraits are images that use only black, white, and shades of gray to create contrast and depth. The video suggests that this art style works well with black and white portraits, likely due to the high contrast and the presence of curvy details that the style can enhance.

💡High Contrast

High contrast refers to a significant difference between the light and dark parts of an image. The host mentions that the art style is about high contrast changes, which is evident in the dark and bright parts of the images that work well with the style.

💡Parameters

Parameters are the settings or values that define the operation of a system or function. In the context of the video, tuning the parameters of the Deep Dream generator is essential to achieve the desired style effect on different images, as it can affect the balance between the style's characteristics and the original image's features.

💡Cohesive

Cohesive refers to the quality of being united or sticking together. The host describes the shading in the art style as very cohesive, meaning that the different elements of the style work together harmoniously to create a unified and aesthetically pleasing image.

Highlights

Today, we're discussing the 'dbg art' style, a popular aesthetic used in the Deep Dream Generator (DDG).

The style gained significant attention after a dream created by Daniel War, although it was used before.

The origin of this particular style is difficult to trace, with no clear reference found online.

The style is characterized by dark parts with black shading and bright spots, offering a cohesive overall look.

It works best with images that have a light background and a few significant black spots.

High-resolution images tend to produce better results with this style due to less distortion from diagonal strips.

The style is well-suited for black and white portraits with curvy elements rather than straight lines.

Old photos with low contrast may not work well with this style, resulting in a messy outcome.

Images with rounded parts and perspective can adapt the style well, despite some curvy distortions.

The background should not be completely white; a gradient helps the style apply more effectively.

High-resolution images with both small and large scale applications may yield the best results.

Combining high and low-scale applications in Photoshop can blend backgrounds and details effectively.

The style works exceptionally well with images that have high contrast and a mix of dark and bright areas.

Experimentation with the style can sometimes yield surprisingly good results, although this is rare.

Fine-tuning and careful application are crucial to achieving a successful outcome with this style.

The speaker is open to feedback and alternative opinions on the use and effectiveness of the 'dbg art' style.

The video serves as a guide for those interested in using the 'dbg art' style with Deep Dream Generator.