Basic Editing Question - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM

09/02/2008 12:39:24 AM · #1

Hi there,

I understand I can use Adjustment Layers such as Colour Balance, Levels etc, in Normal mode, but am I allowed to use just a % - for example do my Colour balance in Normal, but only use it at 50%?

Love an answer promptly as I'm working on a submission for tomorrow and I like how it looks now - SMILE!

Lisa

Ken

Canon EOS-7D

09/02/2008 12:42:40 AM · #2

Lisa,

I believe it's the same thing as using "Edit Fade" but without using a layer. It shouldn't be an issue, but I'd wait until SC chimes in to verify. To be safe, you can always write down your opacity for the adjustment layers and use edit fade.

levyj413

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

Tamron SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 Di II LD Aspherical (IF) for Nikon

09/02/2008 12:46:15 AM · #3

I use less than 100% opacity all the time, so I'm pretty sure it's fine.

What a coincidence seeing you post - I was just enjoying (and re-enjoying) several of your photos. You have a few new faves. :)

09/02/2008 12:46:36 AM · #4

Originally posted by Ken:

Hey Thanks Ken - funny thing though I've never used Edit Fade in Basic either - for some reason always thought I couldn't too - can't wait to get clarification.

09/02/2008 12:49:30 AM · #5

Originally posted by levyj413:

Thanks Jeffrey, I'm always chuffed to think that while I'm crusing around in my life someone on the other side of the world is liking what I do - I like your choice - GRIN!

Just trying to get this done before the school run - am glad I bought up the topic now - I may be able to use something I thought I couldn't.

Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM for Nikon

09/02/2008 02:08:49 AM · #6

Bump

jdannels

Nikon D300s

09/02/2008 02:11:18 AM · #7

I am sure its ok, I am almost certain I have had images validated doing this, as well as seen other winning images that have laid out there editing steps say they have done it also.

Send a Ticket to SC just to be sure, it should be a simple yes. :)

Message edited by author 2008-09-02 02:12:43.

09/02/2008 02:17:58 AM · #8

Thanks Joe - have sent ticket!

roba