Sharpen my bases or not ?

[bloomingblossom]

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[light_flower]

*shrug* I always sharpen my bases. As long as you don't oversharpen them, I'd say it's alright o_o

[blooming_cosmo]

I try to avoid the sharpen mask, though I do make use of the unsharpen mask. It's easier to control, and doesn't leave your original base looking weird. It gives a more subtle sharpening, which I like. I think sharpening is important, whether it's done at the end or beginning, it's up to the iconist. I think it helps an icon become more distinct and clear. Over doing it is a nono though so be careful.

[bloomingblossom]

thanks 4 ur comments
I guess I nedd to sharpen my bases carefully when necessary ^^

You added me yo! ^___^

[tininess]

If you think you need to sharpen, take a good look at the base again. Sometimes it needs blurring, not sharpening. If you need sharpening or blurring:

1. Duplicate the base
2. Sharpen/blur the duplicate, not the original base.
3. Set the duplicate to Overlay, Soft Light or whatever; depending on your need.
4. Adjust the opacity. Just fiddle with the opacities, since 100% sharpened/blur duplicate will most likely turn your base into some weird thing. :3

Thanks for ur detailed advice

[bloomingblossom]

You help me a lot ^^