CoronaMix vs CoronaComposite & explanation of blend types

[John.McWaters]

When is it appropriate to use CoronaMix and when is it appropriate to use CoronaComposite? The only difference I know of now is Mix lets you blend two layers and Composite lets you blend several, but I'm sure it's not that straightforward.

Also, is there anywhere that explains how the Mix Operations work? Are they the same as blending modes? I know some are the same as what you see in Photoshop , and I would assume those work in the same manner, but there are a few others that are unique to Corona.

I appreciate any help!

[GeorgeK]

When is it appropriate to use CoronaMix and when is it appropriate to use CoronaComposite? The only difference I know of now is Mix lets you blend two layers and Composite lets you blend several, but I'm sure it's not that straightforward.

Also, is there anywhere that explains how the Mix Operations work? Are they the same as blending modes? I know some are the same as what you see in Photoshop , and I would assume those work in the same manner, but there are a few others that are unique to Corona.

I appreciate any help!

I wouldn't say is a matter of appropriation but simply preference, personally I resort using CoronaMix much more because I rarely blend more than two textures in a single node path.

Composite as you've mentioned gives you the ability to blend multiple layers, but also include a masking element and blending within each layer, while CoronaMix allows you to mix only based a single map-mask for the mix operation.

Blending modes as far as I know work the same as they work everywhere.