Arts like... Sam Yang (Flux1.D)

Description

This LoRA model has been trained with Ai-Toolkit based on Sam Yang (a.k.a samdoesarts) artstyle on Flux1.D checkpoint. Obtained graphics are really close to the original art style. This LoRA model could be use for modern digital painting representations of young people.

Artist biography

Sam Yang, known online as SamDoesArts, is a Canadian digital artist based in Toronto, born on January 20, 1994. Renowned for his anime- and manga-inspired character illustrations, Sam Yang’s vibrant, expressive portraits have amassed a massive following, including over 2 million Instagram followers, 1 million YouTube subscribers, and 400,000 TikTok fans. His career began in video game and animation studios, working as a CG modeler, 3D artist, and character artist for companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Riot Games, and Capcom. In 2013, he founded Sammu Studios, where he serves as Art Director, focusing on digital illustration and portraiture that blends technical precision with a stylized, cartoony aesthetic. His work, featured on platforms like ArtStation, DeviantArt, and INPRNT, is celebrated for its emotional depth and versatility, appearing in games, anime, and his 2024 artbook, The Art of Sam Yang.

Sam Yang’s influence extends beyond his artwork through his commitment to education and community engagement. His YouTube channel and TikTok account (@samdoesarts) offer tutorials, speedpaints, art challenges, and equipment reviews, inspiring aspiring artists with insights into his creative process. He shares detailed step-by-step guides on Patreon and Gumroad, emphasizing fundamentals like anatomy and color theory, often using tools like the Wacom Cintiq Pro. Yang’s classical art upbringing informs his stylized approach, and his book, published by 3DTotal, delves into his sketchbooks and artistic journey, resonating with fans and professionals alike. Active on Instagram, Twitter, and Tumblr, he fosters a supportive environment for artists, encouraging practice with traditional sketchbooks to build skills, cementing his role as both a creator and mentor in the digital art world.

Notifications

While the training dataset includes works created by Sam Yang without direct authorization, this LoRA model's design ensures full compliance with copyright laws. This is achieved through a transformative training process that abstracts and generalizes Sam Yang artistic style rather than replicating specific copyrighted works. As a result, this LoRA model is able to generate innovative and original content inspired by Sam Yang artistic influences, while remaining within the boundaries of legal and ethical standards.