Supermega Tutorial #1 Deep Dream Generator

Dave! Supermega
22 Jun 201707:19

TLDRIn this tutorial, the host introduces viewers to the Deep Dream Generator, a web-based tool that utilizes Google's deep dream technology to transform public domain or Creative Commons 0 images into unique and eye-catching visuals. The process begins with creating an account on the Deep Dream Generator website and uploading an image. Users can then select a style, such as a comic book page from the Digital Comic Museum, to overlay onto their image. The generator applies this style, resulting in a vibrant and stylized image that stands out. The host demonstrates this by using a beach image from Unsplash and a comic book style, showing the before and after results. The tutorial is a practical guide on how to enhance free images using neural technology without requiring an understanding of the complex underlying processes.

Takeaways

  • 🎨 Use public domain or Creative Commons 0 images to create something useful for websites or e-learning.
  • 🌐 Utilize a deep dream generator, a web tool that employs Google's deep dream technology to transform images.
  • 🚫 The tutorial does not delve into the complexities of neural technology, assuming it might be too complex for the audience.
  • 🖼️ The deep dream generator can produce unique images that stand out from the free images available online.
  • 💻 Visit deepdreamgenerator.com to create an account and start using the tool.
  • 🔍 The interface is simple but may lack in user navigation; however, it is not difficult to use.
  • 🖌️ 'Deep Style' is an option within the tool that applies a chosen style over an image, different from 'Deep Dream'.
  • 🔍 Explore the public gallery to see examples of how the style has been applied to original images.
  • 📂 Upload an image you want to start with, then crop and save it for use in the deep dream generator.
  • 🎨 Choose a style for your image from the available options or upload your own style image from a public domain source.
  • ⚙️ Adjust settings such as resolution and color preservation according to your needs.
  • ⏱️ Generating the deep dream or deep style image may take up to 15 minutes.
  • 📁 Once generated, download the transformed image and use it as desired, with options to keep it private or share it in the gallery.

Q & A

  • What is the purpose of using public domain and Creative Commons 0 images in the tutorial?

    -The purpose is to demonstrate how to create something useful for websites, e-learning, or similar purposes using images that do not require attribution.

  • What is a deep dream generator?

    -A deep dream generator is a web-based tool that uses Google's deep dream technology to transform an image beyond its original state using neural technology.

  • Why does the tutorial recommend not explaining neural technology?

    -The presenter believes that neural technology is too complex to describe and might put the audience to sleep, so they choose to focus on using the deep dream generator instead.

  • How does one start using the deep dream generator?

    -One starts by going to deepdreamgenerator.com, creating an account, and then following the on-screen instructions to upload and style an image.

  • What is the difference between 'deep style' and 'deep dream'?

    -Deep style involves choosing a style and applying it over an image, while deep dream is a more complex process that involves neural technology to transform the image further, although the exact differences are not elaborated on in the script.

  • How does the presenter demonstrate the concept of 'deep style'?

    -The presenter demonstrates 'deep style' by showing an example from the public gallery where a cat image is transformed using the style of multicolored paper clips.

  • What image does the presenter choose for their 'deep style' example?

    -The presenter chooses an image called 'beach girl' from Unsplash and uploads a cropped version focusing on the face.

  • What image editing software does the presenter mention?

    -The presenter mentions using Paint.NET, which can be obtained from getpaint.net.

  • How does the presenter select the style for their image?

    -The presenter selects a style by choosing a page from a comic book called 'The Spirit' from the Digital Comic Museum, which is known for its big colors and sharp contrasts.

  • What settings can be adjusted in the deep dream generator before generating the image?

    -The settings that can be adjusted include resolution (normal to medium), whether to preserve the original color or apply the style scale, and whether to keep the image private or make it public.

  • How long does it take for the deep dream generator to create the styled image?

    -It can take up to 15 minutes for the deep dream generator to generate the deep style image.

  • What is the final step after the deep dream generator has processed the image?

    -The final step is to download the generated image by clicking on 'downloaded image'.

Outlines

00:00

🎨 Introduction to Deep Dream Generator

The video introduces viewers to the concept of using public domain and Creative Commons Zero (CC0) images to create unique and useful content for websites and e-learning platforms. The presenter explains that they will use a deep dream generator, a web tool powered by Google's deep dream technology, to transform these images into something more engaging. The presenter emphasizes the complexity of neural technology and decides to focus on demonstrating the use of the generator instead of explaining the technology in depth. The process begins with creating an account on the deep dream generator's website and then uploading an image to apply a chosen style to it.

05:01

🔍 Deep Style Transformation Process

The presenter demonstrates how to use the deep style feature of the deep dream generator to transform an image. They explain that deep style is different from deep dream, as it applies a chosen style over the entire image. The presenter guides viewers through the process of uploading an image, choosing a style from various options, and customizing the settings such as resolution and color preservation. They also discuss the option to keep the generated image private or public for sharing in the gallery. The video concludes with the presenter showing the transformed image, which has a vibrant comic book style applied to it, and instructing viewers on how to download the final image.

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Keywords

💡Deep Dream Generator

The Deep Dream Generator is a web-based tool that utilizes Google's deep dream technology to transform and stylize images. It allows users to take an existing image and apply a chosen style to it, creating a unique and artistic result. In the video, the presenter uses this tool to enhance a beach scene image with a comic book style, demonstrating how it can make images stand out.

💡Public Domain

Public domain refers to creative works that are not protected by intellectual property laws such as copyright, and are therefore free to be used by anyone for any purpose. In the context of the video, the presenter mentions using public domain images as a starting point for creating new, stylized images with the Deep Dream Generator.

💡Creative Commons 0

Creative Commons 0 (CC0) is a public dedication tool that allows creators to give up their copyright and place their work into the public domain. It is mentioned in the video as a source of images that can be freely used without the need for attribution, making it suitable for the Deep Dream Generator project.

💡Neural Technology

Neural technology, while not explicitly described in the video, refers to the use of artificial neural networks, which are computing systems inspired by the human brain. The Deep Dream Generator uses neural technology to understand and apply styles to images. It is the underlying complex system that enables the transformation of images in ways that go beyond simple filters or effects.

💡Deep Style

Deep Style is a feature within the Deep Dream Generator that allows users to apply a specific style to an image. Unlike Deep Dream, which creates dream-like transformations, Deep Style focuses on overlaying a chosen style across the entire image. In the video, the presenter selects a comic book page as the style to apply to the beach girl image.

💡Image Upload

Image upload is the process of selecting and sending an image from a local device to a web service, such as the Deep Dream Generator. It is the first step in using the tool, where the presenter uploads a cropped beach girl image from Unsplash to apply the comic book style.

💡Style Selection

Style selection is the process of choosing a style image that will be used to influence the appearance of the uploaded image. In the video, the presenter selects a page from a comic book as the style, which has big colors and sharp contrasts, to apply to the beach girl image.

💡Resolution Settings

Resolution settings determine the level of detail in the final image produced by the Deep Dream Generator. The presenter mentions changing the resolution from normal to medium, which affects the quality and file size of the output image.

💡Original Color Preservation

Original color preservation is an option within the Deep Dream Generator that allows users to maintain the original colors of the uploaded image while still applying the chosen style. This feature is mentioned as a setting that can be adjusted during the image styling process.

💡Privacy Settings

Privacy settings on the Deep Dream Generator allow users to choose whether their created images are private or can be made public and shared in the gallery. This enables creators to control the visibility and sharing of their work.

💡Downloading Image

Downloading an image refers to saving the final styled image created by the Deep Dream Generator to a local device. It is the final step in the process, where the presenter downloads the beach girl image with the applied comic book style to complete the project.

Highlights

Introduction to Supermega Tutorials focusing on creating something useful from public domain and Creative Commons 0 images.

Use of a deep dream generator, a web tool utilizing Google's deep dream technology.

The deep dream generator transforms images beyond their original state using neural technology.

The process begins by creating an account on deep dream generator's website.

Deep style is a feature of the generator that applies a chosen style over an image.

Public gallery showcases various styled images, including an example of a cat.

Demonstration of how the style is applied to an image using a multicolored paper clip example.

Uploading an image to the deep dream generator and choosing a style to apply.

Selection of a style image from the Digital Comic Museum for a comic book effect.

Adjusting settings such as resolution and color preservation before generating the image.

The generation process may take up to 15 minutes to complete.

The result is a visually striking image with comic book colors and styles applied.

Downloading the transformed image after the generation process.

The tutorial emphasizes the use of free tools and public domain images for creative projects.

The final image is a unique blend of the original photo and the chosen comic style.

The deep dream technology interprets where to apply the style based on the original image's features.

The tutorial concludes with an invitation to explore more free tools and resources.

The presenter expresses hope that the tutorial was useful and anticipates the next interaction.