That much I think I understand (independent of the skills required).
But my main problem with Focus Magic is that I usually haven't been able
to get the main part of the out of focus image to respond adequately to
make the follow-on layer work of any value. That's why I was surprised
that the face of Chris's old soldier sharpened up so well.
Chuck Norcutt
On 4/11/2014 11:06 PM, Moose wrote:
> You've answered your own question.
>
> It's not unusual for me to have several sharpening layers. Maybe one
> duplicated, with low opacity on the bottom, higher
> opacity and a mask above, using a lowish flow brush to blend in. I've been
> known to have three, maybe four layers with
> different radii, at various opacities, masks, etc. The trick to make it all
> look good and natural is lots of subtle
> blending.
>
> Sharp Moose
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