This project provides an open-source implementation of Stable Diffusion for generating interpolated and animated images, targeting artists and developers. It aims to make advanced AI image synthesis accessible and customizable, offering features like 2D/3D animation, RANSAC, and various conditioning methods.

How It Works

The core of Deforum Stable Diffusion is an IPython notebook designed for use with Google Colab and local runtimes. It leverages Stable Diffusion models and incorporates techniques for generating sequences of images, enabling animation through interpolation and transformations. The approach allows for extensive customization via over 100 settings, including CLIP, aesthetic, and color conditioning for fine-grained control over the output.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install: Clone the repository, create and activate a conda environment (conda create -n dsd python=3.10, conda activate dsd), install requirements (python install_requirements.py), and run (python Deforum_Stable_Diffusion.py).
• Prerequisites: FFmpeg, NVIDIA drivers (CUDA 11.7 recommended), Hugging Face token, Anaconda, Git.
• Setup: Requires installing several external tools and dependencies.
• Docs: https://github.com/deforum-art/deforum-stable-diffusion

Highlighted Details

• Supports interpolation, 2D and 3D animations, and RANSAC animations.
• Offers CLIP, aesthetic, and color pallet conditioning.
• Designed for Google Colab but supports local runtimes and is adding a web UI.
• Extensive customization with over 100 available settings.

Maintenance & Community

The project is explicitly marked as no longer maintained. Contributions are welcomed via GitHub, following a GitFlow model. Support is available through a Discord community.

Licensing & Compatibility

The README does not explicitly state a license. Given its open-source nature and community contributions, users should verify licensing for commercial use or closed-source integration.

Limitations & Caveats

The project is no longer actively maintained, meaning users should expect no further updates or bug fixes. Users are advised to find alternative solutions or fork the project for continued development.