Software Cinema Adobe Photoshop Advanced Masking Techniques

Software Cinema Adobe Photoshop Advanced Masking Techniques
with Katrin Eismann | 649MB | 1 DVD | ISO Format

Photoshop CS - Learn how to think like Photoshop to create photorealistic composites that maintain detail, hair and translucency. Take advantage of hidden Masks using features like Alpha Channels, Black and White, contrast and differences. Make multiple Masks, separate fine details, Replace Backdrops and enhance the sky. Learn to combine images based on tone using "Blend If".

Lessons

Chapter 1 : Introduction to Alpha Channels
Lesson 1 : Introduction to Alpha Channels
Discussion of the five essential steps of mastering Channel Masks.
Lesson 2 : Making an Alpha Channel
Introductory example that defines and illustrates using Alpha and Layer Masks.
Lesson 3 : Finding an Alpha Channel
Using Image Channels to create Alpha Channels.

Chapter 2 : Professional Alpha Strategies
Lesson 4 : Sky Enhancement
Working with a high contrast Luminance Mask and Adjustment Layers to improve an image.
Lesson 5 : Separating Fine Details
Reveals the fine art of removing backgrounds while maintaining fine detail.
Lesson 6 : Replacing Studio Backdrops
Learn to replace dark backgrounds with computer generated backdrops and texture.
Lesson 7 : Two Masks are Better than One
Master the double-hair masking technique to tame the curliest hair.

Chapter 3 : Thinking in Black and White
Lesson 8 : Black and White Strategy
Using Adjustment Layers to create Layer Masks.
Lesson 9 : Think Different
Replacing a drab sky, while maintaining transitions and details.

Chapter 4 : Working with Image Calculations
Lesson 10 : Introduction to Calculations
Introduction to Image Calculations and working with Apply Image.
Lesson 11 : Hair Masking with Calculations
Using Image Calculations and blending modes to maintain fine hair detail.
Lesson 12 : Motion Masking with Calculations
Maintaining translucent motion blur with Image Calculations.
Lesson 13 : Veil Masking with Calculations
Learn to replace dark backgrounds with computer generated backdrops and texture.

Chapter 5 : The Beauty of \"Blend If\"
Lesson 14 : Introduction to "Blend If"
Accessing and understanding the "Blend If" command.
Lesson 15 : 'Blend If' Illustrations Part 1
Using the "Blend If" command to composite image elements.
Lesson 16 : 'Blend If' Illustrations Part 2
Using the "Blend If" command to maintain fine detail, while creating a quirky image.

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