Shoost v0.10.0 to create Anime atmosphere

Hello everyone!

I have recently finished updating Shoost v0.10.0 and have just finished the process. This time, I tried to create an Anime atmosphere using this latest version, and I will explain the steps involved.

 YouTube→ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0J6ABItFQvQ 

Workflow.

First state.

1. select the Diffusion filter.

Since this is a sunset scene, I wanted a more diffused light expression than Normal, so I selected the Diffusion filter.

2. Use Blur for the background.

Blur the background to create perspective and depth.

3. for the background, Color Correction.

The image is lit from behind the character, but if the exposure is set to the current background, the character will be too dark. So we brighten the background. The saturation is a little too strong, so we will also adjust the saturation and contrast.

4. Color Correction to the character.

To emphasize the impression of backlighting, lower the brightness of the character and add a little blue-violet to Color.

5. Flare adjustment.

Place a flare in the lower right corner of the screen to match the background light source. Since it is evening, the color of the flare should be orange.

6. Add Rim light.

Add Rim light so that light enters the outline of the character. Adjust the direction of the rim light, being aware of the light from the light source. As with the flare, make it orange in color.

7. Add more Rim lights.

Add more Rim lights from the EFFECTS category, as it was felt that the light intensity of the rim lights was not strong enough.

8. Adjust the overall color using Color Correction.

Finally, since the entire image seemed dark, I adjusted the brightness and contrast of the entire screen. To create a sense of unity, I added a few colors using Color Filter.

Starting with Shoost v0.10.0, fine adjustments can be made on a layer-by-layer basis. We are planning to add more layers and effects in future updates, so we will be able to create even more expressions.

It is fun to work on the development because I can now create more and more expressions that I wanted to do!