# Curating dataset

**Collect and prepare images that share the same style and aesthetic**

Think of your Pod as a unique lens that daisy can switch in and out. The key to successful Pod training is gathering images that all belong to the same visual family - similar style, mood, and artistic approach.

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## Gathering Your Images

### Where to Find Images

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* **Your own library**: Personal photography or artwork
* **Stock sources**: Unsplash, Pexels, or other free image sites
* **Curated collections**: Any source with consistent style examples

### What to Look For

**✅ Do this:**

* Choose images with similar artistic styles
* Keep consistent color palettes and lighting
* Focus on the same overall aesthetic and mood
* Stick to similar subjects (all landscapes, all portraits, etc.)

**❌ Avoid this:**

* Mixing people with scenes or landscapes
* Combining different artistic styles (realistic + illustrated)
* Using different color themes or lighting conditions
* Including images that don't fit the visual pattern

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## Technical Requirements

### Image Specs

* **Format**: JPG or PNG
* **Resolution**: Minimum 1000px on one side
* **Quality**: High-resolution, not heavily compressed
* **Quantity**: 4-15 images (6-8 recommended for best results)

### Preparation Tips

* Use image editing tools like Figma to resize and organize
* Check resolution before finalizing your set
* Export all images in consistent format
* Remove any outliers that don't match the style

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**Watch this to learn more:**

[Curating Dataset Tutorial](https://youtu.be/HvoYUjgTlxY?si=vdhWpHuDraDXCopf)

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**Ready to Create your Pod?** Once you've prepared your dataset, head to [**Creating a Pod →**](https://docs.daisy.so/core-tools/pods/creating-pods) to start training.


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