>>2043727what
>>2043717 describes would be difficult to achieve with my method, because the different shapes would either overlap (thus overlapping transparent parts adding the values together) or leave completely transparent seams, which would also not look good.
Again, the inkscape gradient mesh could technically achieve this, but it would be very messy and probably painful.
okay, not an ideal option, but this is the best i could figure out in a few minutes - blurred shapes. I know that doesnt produce the best results and the gradation isnt perfect, but it is an option
