Style Transfer: From Stitching to Neural Networks
Abstract
This article compares two style transfer methods in image processing: the traditional method, which synthesizes new images by stitching together small patches from existing images, and a modern machine learning-based approach that uses a segmentation network to isolate foreground objects and apply style transfer solely to the background. The traditional method excels in creating artistic abstractions but can struggle with seamlessness, whereas the machine learning method preserves the integrity of foreground elements while enhancing the background, offering improved aesthetic quality and computational efficiency. Our study indicates that machine learning-based methods are more suited for real-world applications where detail preservation in foreground elements is essential.
Cite
@article{arxiv.2409.00606,
title = {Style Transfer: From Stitching to Neural Networks},
author = {Xinhe Xu and Zhuoer Wang and Yihan Zhang and Yizhou Liu and Zhaoyue Wang and Zhihao Xu and Muhan Zhao and Huaiying Luo},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2409.00606},
year = {2024}
}