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The linear algebra behind transfer modes. . .
Hi There!
I’m curious if anybody knows the actual mathematical calculations that go on between layers when altering transfer modes. For example, I understand “Multiply”. . .every pixel on the first layer is multiplied with every pixel on the layer below it. But what about Overlay? Hard Light, etc.? Is there documentation of this found anywhere? On the web? In books?
Thanks for your help!
Arie
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Found some just Googling around, but if you know where I can get the rest, please do let me know. Here is what I found, where A is the top layer and B is the layer directly below A.
Multiply: A*B
Screen: A+B-A*B or 1-(1-A)*(1-B)
Overlay: (B>.5)? 2*(A+B-A*B)-1 : 2*A*B
HardLight: (A>.5)? 2*(A+B-A*B)-1 : 2*A*B
Darken: min(A,B)
Lighten: max(A,B)
Difference: abs(A-B)Arie
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Look for Channel Chops by Burt Monroy (out of print)
or Katrin Eisman has a new book “Understanding Channels” (I think is title)
Richard M. Harrington, PMP
Author: Photoshop CS for Nonlinear Editors
Co-Author Final Cut Pro on the Spot, After Effects on the Spot, Broadcast Graphics on the Spot, and After Effects @ Work
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