Yes it is Alistair.
It was just written back when v6 was the newest. v7 wasn't out yet. Either that, or it's just that the author is still using v6. Doesn't matter though... it works for v7.
Did you try it to find out? Or just go by his notes at the beginning? 8[
I like his initial idea, but i find it a little harder to get results i can live with when applying the technique to larger images. Albeit the method can be tweaked to produce other results. Don't forget to experiment! [slick]
Here's one of my fav ways to produce a painterly effect... and with just 3 layers and 4 simple steps:
1) Duplicate main photo layer.
2) Apply
Unsharp Mask @ 500/3/0.
Set this layer to Lighten and 50% Opacity.
3) Duplicate main layer again and move this duplicate layer above the others.
4) Apply the
Dry Brush filter (
"Artistic" menu) @ 0/10/3. Set this layer to Screen.
TIP: To add a little extra detail, Duplicate the topmost layer (
Dry Brush filter layer), and move this one down to 2nd from the top. Then change the Blend Mode to Lighten. If parts of your image become really washed out by this, then skip this part.
HINT: As would be expected in most cases, you should of course be using a really good quality photo for this. If need be, clean it up prior to effecting it. Make sure the levels, contrast, and saturation are as good as you can get them. This will help a lot to create the best results. Especially for getting good detail in the 'painting' effect.
And of course... results will
always vary from photo to photo... keep that in mind and if need be, alter the suggested settings appropraitely to produce the desired results.
Paint by numbers 
Linear Mode
