Layers & Masks Demystified
Transform the photos you take into the images you want. Learn how to use Photoshop® tools to make light retouches, color changes, image composites and…
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Transform the photos you take into the images you want. Learn how to use Photoshop® tools to make light retouches, color changes, image composites and more.
Editing With Layers
Meet your instructor, professional Photoshop artist Josh Withers, and take the first steps toward demystifying layers and masks. Josh will explain how you can use pixel layers, adjustment layers and masks to edit your photos nondestructively, and you’ll get started on your first image.
Nondestructive Retouching
Dive into Photoshop’s powerful retouching tools. You’ll learn how to use the spot healing, healing brush and clone stamp tools. Plus, find out how to combine them for even better results. Then, discover the power of the layer stack as Josh explains correct workflow step by step.
Layer Masks: Start Compositing
It’s time to start compositing. Josh will explain how to use masks for ultimate creative control by combining images with a fun skyscape project. Plus, you’ll learn how to refine edges for incredible, photorealistic composites.
Layer Masks: Image Enhancements
Take your new compositing skills to the next level, learning real-life ways you can use masks to enhance your images. Josh will help you troubleshoot challenging group photos, and you’ll also learn to add interest by replacing skies and other elements of your images.
Clipping Masks
Unlock the power of clipping groups! First, Josh will break down this complex topic with a simple recoloring project. Then, he’ll show you how your new skills will allow you to make targeted edits to specific parts of your photo, from adding shadows to adjusting exposure and more.
Finishing Touches
Bring it all together and make your edited images look even better. Josh will walk you through using layers and masks to add finishing touches, including sharpening, noise layers and blend modes. You’ll even learn how to hand color images with ease!
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