Dataset Card for Duskfallcrew Art Style Dataset

Dataset Name: Duskfallcrew Art Style Dataset

Creator: Kieran Somerville (Duskfallcrew)

License: Duskfallcrew Art Style Dataset License v1.0 (see below)

Contact:

[email protected] (That is indeed, my actual email.)
Ktiseos Nyx Discord Discord Link
EarthnDusk Discord Discord Link

This dataset contains a collection of comic-style artwork created by Kieran Somerville (Duskfallcrew). It is intended for use in training AI models, particularly those based on Stable Diffusion, Stable Cascade, or Pixart architectures.

Dataset Details

Dataset Description

This dataset comprises a collection of under 1000 images showcasing the unique comic art style of Duskfallcrew. The images represent a retrospective collection of the artist's work, spanning from the early 2000s to 2024, recovered from various hard drives. It is intended to capture the artist's style for use in AI model training. The images are primarily in JPEG/JPG and PNG formats.

Dataset Structure

The dataset is organized into a single directory containing JPEG/JPG and PNG images. Images are named [describe naming convention if any, or state "Images are named with various conventions."]. There are no subfolders or specific organizational structure beyond the single directory. No PSD or Clip Studio files are included.

Dataset Creation

Curation Rationale: This dataset was curated to provide a representation of the Duskfallcrew art style across a significant portion of the artist's career, for use in training AI models. It represents the most complete collection the artist could assemble from available sources.
Source Data: All artwork is original and created by Kieran Somerville. Any depictions of real people from a 2019 class project have been removed.
Who is the source language producer? Kieran Somerville
Data Preprocessing: No preprocessing has been applied to the images. They are provided in their original format and resolution.

Dataset Statistics

Number of Images: Under 1000
Image Resolutions: Variable, ranging from under 512 pixels to over 3000 pixels on the longest edge.
Image Formats: Primarily JPEG/JPG and PNG.
Data Splits: The dataset is not split into training/validation/test sets. Users are responsible for creating their own splits if needed.
Data Labeling: No labels, captions, or tags are provided.

Known Limitations and Biases

Artistic Limitations: The dataset primarily features an illustrative/comic art style heavily influenced by 1990s/2000s Marvel-style superhero comics. It has a somewhat limited range of poses and expressions, although it is expected to perform reasonably well with Stable Diffusion XL and similar models. Due to the retrospective nature of the collection, the art style may vary somewhat across the images, reflecting the artist's evolution over time.
Representational Biases: [Keep the section on representational biases from the previous response, and fill it in honestly. This is crucial. Even if you don't see a bias, someone else might. Think about gender, race, age, body types, etc., of the characters you typically draw. It's better to be upfront.] Example (you must customize this):
- "The dataset predominantly features characters that appear to be [describe demographic characteristics]. This may limit the diversity of generated images."
- "The dataset contains a limited number of characters with visible disabilities."

Uses

Direct Use

This dataset is primarily intended for training custom AI models, such as:

LoRAs (Low-Rank Adaptations): To fine-tune existing Stable Diffusion (or similar) models to reproduce the Duskfallcrew art style.
Checkpoints: To create new checkpoints incorporating the art style.
Research: For exploring style transfer, image generation, and related AI research topics.

Combining this dataset with other style datasets to create unique blends is encouraged.

Out-of-Scope Use

(Keep this as in the previous response)

Maintenance and Updates

Version: 1.0 (Initial Release)
Update Plans: New artwork will be added to the dataset as it becomes available.
Contact: For any issues, bug reports, or feedback, please contact: [email protected] or join the [Discord Link].

Citations

Duskfallcrew Art Style Dataset License v1.0

This license governs the use of the Duskfallcrew Art Style Dataset ("the Dataset").

1. Definitions

Dataset: The collection of images provided by Kieran Somerville (Duskfallcrew).
Derived Model: Any AI model (e.g., LoRA, checkpoint) trained on the Dataset or a modified version of the Dataset.
You: The individual or entity using the Dataset.

2. Grant of Rights

Kieran Somerville retains all copyright and ownership of the Dataset. Subject to the terms of this license, Kieran Somerville grants You a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, license to:

Use the Dataset: To train AI models.
Modify the Dataset: To create derivative datasets for the purpose of training AI models.
Distribute Derived Models: To distribute models (e.g., LoRAs, checkpoints) trained on the Dataset or a modified version of the Dataset, under any license of your choosing, including commercial licenses, except as restricted in Section 3.

3. Restrictions

No Redistribution of the Dataset: You may not redistribute the original Dataset, in whole or in part, for free or commercially.
No Print-on-Demand with Dataset: You may not use a Dataset to sell images for commercial print-on-demand services. This restriction does not apply to use of prints generated by a Derived Model.
Out-of-Scope Uses: You must comply with the "Out-of-Scope Use" restrictions outlined above in the Dataset Card.

4. Attribution

While not strictly required, attribution to Kieran Somerville (Duskfallcrew) when using Derived Models is appreciated.

5. Disclaimer of Warranty

THE DATASET IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE DATASET OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE DATASET.

6. Termination

This license terminates automatically if You violate any of its terms.

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