Basic editing Question - DPChallenge Forums

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

04/24/2004 09:38:13 PM · #1

Hi! I was wondering if you could use the gradient layer from the adjustment layers, in the basic edeting
Ok in the rules it says:

Layers: Only adjustment layers may be used, and the layer must be applied in normal mode. All other types of layers and all other blending methods (modes) are prohibited. Layers may not be used to apply a prohibited effect to an image.

Would that mabey be a prohibited effect??
Anyone?
Tx HeiÃ°a

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

04/24/2004 09:44:28 PM · #2

Well, I would not take my word as gospel, but applying the gradient map adjustment layer seems to produce effects very similar to what can be done using channel mixer, hue/saturation, etc.
It is operating on the entire image at once, and so I see nothing that is outside the rules.
I'm sure the SC will correct me if I'm wrong, LOL.

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/24/2004 09:45:12 PM · #3

Which program/version is that -- I don't see that under adjustment layers right off.

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

04/24/2004 09:48:37 PM · #4

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Which program/version is that -- I don't see that under adjustment layers right off.

PS CS: Layer/New Adjustment Layer/Gradient Map

04/24/2004 09:50:39 PM · #5

I use photoshop cs Its not gradient map, On top of the adjustment layers it says Solid color, Gradient, pattern, levels, curves, etc...
I was wondering about that gradient ?

04/24/2004 09:52:49 PM · #6

Originally posted by kirbic:

Originally posted by GeneralE:
Which program/version is that -- I don't see that under adjustment layers right off.

PS CS: Layer/New Adjustment Layer/Gradient Map

Apperantlie you cannot see it there only if you click the adjustment layer ring in the layer panel

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/24/2004 09:53:23 PM · #7

I will check it out on the version I have at work and see if I can come up with a more definitive answer in case no one else does first. Probably later on this evening...

04/24/2004 09:54:20 PM · #8

Ok I guess its not adjustment layer I found it under Layer - new fill layer ...
Than its just like using normal gradient tool is that illegal?

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/24/2004 09:56:00 PM · #9

Yeah, that sounds like a way to fill a whole layer with a gradient instead of using the gradient fill tool.

What effect are you trying to accomplish?

kirbic

Canon EOS R5

Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS

04/24/2004 09:56:03 PM · #10

Originally posted by heida:

Ok I guess its not adjustment layer I found it under Layer - new fill layer ...
Than its just like using normal gradient tool is that illegal?

A fill layer would not be legal under basic editing, that I am sure of.

04/24/2004 09:57:17 PM · #11

Originally posted by GeneralE:

Yeah, that sounds like a way to fill a whole layer with a gradient instead of using the gradient fill tool.

What effect are you trying to accomplish?

Just to get the picture a little darker on the other side

Canon 12x IS USM (S3 IS built-in Lens) -- 36-432mm (35mm EQ)

04/24/2004 10:03:01 PM · #12

Sounds like you're trying to simulate having used a graduated neutral density filter. I don't think there's a way to do that under basic editing, although your approach is correct -- use a gradient fill as a mask for the tone adjustment layer.

You might be able to accomplish what you want by very judicious use of Curves.

If you don't care if I see it, email me a low-res version and I'll see if I have more specific advice.