In today’s digital age, finding the perfect image can sometimes feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. But fear not! This blog will guide you on how to search for photos on Unsplash using natural language descriptions, powered by OpenAI’s CLIP model and the vast Unsplash Dataset. Let’s dive in!
What You Will Need
- An internet connection
- A Google account (for Google Colab)
- Basic knowledge of Python (if you plan to run the code on your machine)
Getting Started
First, let’s explore how this process works. OpenAI’s CLIP neural network magically turns texts and images into a shared language in the same latent space. Imagine it as a matchmaking service that identifies the best pairing based on your verbal request.
In this project, the full Unsplash Dataset, comprising nearly 2 million photos, has been processed through the CLIP model allowing it to understand and connect images with natural language queries.
How to Run the Code?
On Google Colab
If you wish to experience a hands-on demo or just play around with various queries, jump right into the Colab notebook.
On Your Local Machine
If you’re feeling adventurous and want to run everything on your own machine, follow these steps:
- Start by installing the necessary dependencies by running the following command in your terminal:
pip install -r requirements.txt- 01-setup-clip.ipynb: Setting up the environment and preparing CLIP code.
- 02-download-unsplash-dataset.ipynb: Downloading photos from the Unsplash database.
- 03-process-unsplash-dataset.ipynb: Processing downloaded photos using CLIP.
- 04-search-image-dataset.ipynb: Searching photos in the dataset with natural language queries.
- 09-search-image-api.ipynb: Utilizing the Unsplash Search API for image searches and filtering results with CLIP.
**Note:** Only the Lite version of the Unsplash Dataset is publicly available. If you wish to access the Full version, remember to apply for (free) access.
Troubleshooting Ideas
If you encounter any issues while following the above steps, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection when downloading the Unsplash Dataset.
- Check for any typos in the command lines you input into the terminal.
- Keep an eye on the versions of your dependencies; sometimes compatibility can be an issue.
- Make sure you’re running the correct notebook in the specified order.
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Conclusion
Now that you know how to search for images on Unsplash using natural language descriptions, unleash your creativity and have fun exploring the vast gallery of visual wonders!