11.8.  Oilify

11.8.1.  Overview

Figure 15.191.  The same image, before and after applying “Oilify” filter

The same image, before and after applying Oilify filter

Original image

The same image, before and after applying Oilify filter

Filter “Oilify” applied


This filter is found in FiltersArtisticOilify...

This filter makes the image look like an oil painting. The Mask Size controls the outcome: a high value gives the image less detail, as if you had used a larger brush.

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The GIMPressionist filter can produce similar effects, but allows a much wider variety of options.

11.8.2.  Options

Figure 15.192.  Oilify” filter options

Oilify filter options

Mask Size

Mask Size selects the size of the brush mask used to paint the oily render. Larger values here produce an oilier render.

Use Intensity Algorithm

Use Intensity Algorithm changes the mode of operation to help preserve detail and coloring.