Emboss
Emboss
Use Emboss to simulate directional relief shading from grayscale detail. It helps preview form depth and generate stamped surface looks.
Availability
This node requires Pro.
Common uses
- Use analysis outputs as masks or support maps in blend chains.
- Pair with levels or threshold nodes to isolate useful map ranges.
Input ports
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input -
Usually expects a structured grayscale or height-like input.
Output ports
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out -
Outputs one or more analysis maps depending on node type.
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Default | Range or values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azimuth | float | 0 | 0 to 360 |
| Elevation | float | 45 | 0 to 90 |
| Amount | float | 1 | 0 to 5 |
Behavior
- These nodes compute derived data from shape and height information.
- Outputs are often best consumed by downstream utility and mixing nodes.
Common mistakes
- Analysis nodes can be sensitive to noisy or low-contrast inputs.
- Map interpretation changes with downstream color-space assumptions.