ComfyUI Node: Lens Flare Effect (Beta)

Lens Flare Effect (Beta):

The LensFlare node is designed to add a realistic lens flare effect to your images, enhancing their visual appeal by simulating the light artifacts that occur when a bright light source interacts with a camera lens. This effect is commonly used in photography and cinematography to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The node offers a variety of customizable parameters, allowing you to tailor the flare to suit your artistic vision. Whether you're aiming for a subtle glow or a dramatic burst of light, the LensFlare node provides the flexibility to achieve your desired effect. By integrating this node into your workflow, you can add a professional touch to your images, making them more dynamic and engaging.

Lens Flare Effect (Beta) Input Parameters:

image

This parameter represents the input image to which the lens flare effect will be applied. It is essential as it serves as the base canvas for the effect.

flare_type

This parameter allows you to select the type of lens flare effect you want to apply. Options include a variety of styles such as 50MM_PRIME, COOL_FLARE, GOBLIN, and many more, each offering a unique visual style. The default value is 50MM_PRIME.

blend_mode

This parameter determines how the lens flare effect will blend with the input image. Options include normal, screen, lighter, overlay, and others, with screen as the default. Each mode affects the final appearance of the image differently, allowing for creative control over the effect's integration.

canvas_image

This optional parameter allows you to input a base64-encoded image string. If provided, the node will decode and use this image as the base for the lens flare effect. This parameter is hidden by default and is typically used for advanced workflows.

Lens Flare Effect (Beta) Output Parameters:

IMAGE

The output is an image with the applied lens flare effect. This enhanced image can be used in further processing or as a final product, adding a layer of visual interest and depth to your work.

Lens Flare Effect (Beta) Usage Tips:

• Experiment with different flare_type options to find the one that best complements your image's mood and lighting conditions.
• Adjust the blend_mode to see how different blending styles affect the integration of the lens flare with your image, enhancing or softening the effect as needed.

Lens Flare Effect (Beta) Common Errors and Solutions:

Error processing canvas image: <error_message>

• Explanation: This error occurs when there is an issue with decoding the base64-encoded canvas image.
• Solution: Ensure that the canvas_image parameter is correctly formatted as a base64 string and that it starts with data:image/png;base64,. Double-check the encoding process to ensure the image data is valid.