10.12. Oilify
| 10. Artistic Filters |

### 10.12. Oilify

#### 10.12.1. Overview

Figure 16.206. Example for the “Oilify” filter

Original image

Filter “Oilify” applied

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.

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

#### 10.12.2. Activate the filter

This filter is found in the image menu through Filters → Artistic → Oilify...

#### 10.12.3. Options

Figure 16.207. “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.

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