What are the algorithms used behind filters in image editing softwares?

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Moeb picture Moeb · Nov 10, 2009 · Viewed 14.5k times · Source

For example: What algorithm is used to generate the image by the fresco filter in Adobe Photoshop?

Do you know some place where I can read about the algorithms implemented in these filters?

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Andrew picture Andrew · Nov 10, 2009

Lode's Computer Graphics Tutorial

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