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04/29/2011 06:56:21 PM · #1
Well it appears that I have a few people approaching me to learn how to do Creative Editing like my recent Visual Pun entry and my smoke creations.



It got me thinking, while I don't have the time to privately tutor all who have asked, maybe I can start a similiar thing to what Heida has started but instead of bombarding that thread, start a separate thread and keep it all in one place. This is all Heida's fault...but if it means some people will have a door opened to what they can do, then great work Heida.

So if you want to join in this thread please add your name here. I will be starting by explaining the steps of the images in question and then set you assignments, both using supplied images and eventually your own images.

Add your name peoples before this class gets under way.

You can work at your own pace as I will be putting the lessons in bold so you can keep up with all the other posts.

List

mgarsteck
bergiekat
Socom Layers yes, masks yes, CS5
Hot_Pixel
Shanny403
scooter97
vawendy
lobrin
jomari Layers yes, masks no
docpjv Layers no, masks no
Alexkc
GinaRothfels
ursula
sjhuls
Lad
Jon_H
thrumyiis
hihosilver
jaynek
crik
sfalice
curtpetguy
Maggye
joynim
dianapf1
ancientimages
gadion
Adz
tanguera
amnon
wolf
cynthiann
Carlo21
pamb
jesusfreak864ever
imagesbytlp
bcnu
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Lesson 1

Okay for the ones who don't know a lot about layers and/or masks here is your first lesson. It may seem really basic but I need to get you up to par to take you to the next step which will be starting soon. You can work at your own pace but you need to let me know when you finish and any questions. Remember no question is dumb. Also use your own images or take them from my portfolio for this lesson.

You may be using a different editing program but the steps will be basically the same just located in slightly different areas.


Layers and masks lesson 1
Cat image 1 - cat image 2



Please upload your results to this thread.

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Lesson 2

Here is another lesson on cloning and painting over black and white images. These skills are very useful in editing of all forms. Please keep in mind this is not how I edited these images for the challenges, they were images I chose later for these lessons. There are some useful tips on using layers and how to keep track of them.

Cloning and Painting on BW images

Umbrella image - Ball image



Please upload your results to this thread.

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Lesson 3

Here are some Mask tips that I use all the time.

Shift+click on mask in layer palette - This hides the mask. You will see a red cross over the mask icon in the layer palette. Shift+click to reveal the mask again. This is useful when you want to see if your work has made a positive effect on the overall image.


Control+click on mask in layer palette - By doing this you will turn your mask into a selection. Useful for working on that area on another layer. Or while marching ants are present Shift+Control+I will invert the selection so you can work on that area on other layers.


Alt+click on mask in layer palette - Awesome for seeing where you have worked on your image in large format. You can paint or do whatever on your mask and see where you are affecting the mask in detail.


Lesson 3

Images for ive been framed image.

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Lesson Hint

Here is a quick tut on Select Colour Range to help you all out.


Select Colour Range Tutorial PDF

Message edited by author 2011-05-15 18:21:32.
04/29/2011 06:59:47 PM · #2
Name: Kat
Rank: dummie
Cereal number: Cheerios, 4 :P

Message edited by author 2011-04-29 19:00:00.
04/29/2011 07:04:06 PM · #3
Yep, Im down!
04/29/2011 07:35:10 PM · #4
Sounds good.. im in!
04/29/2011 07:48:41 PM · #5
OHhh Me, Pick me!!! Pleaseeeee Pick me =)

Layers: kinda, masks: kinda, cs5 =)

Message edited by author 2011-04-29 21:09:31.
04/29/2011 07:57:21 PM · #6
I'm in!
04/29/2011 08:01:04 PM · #7
Since I'm in a learning mood, count me in too. Nothing like learning from a master :D
04/29/2011 08:07:53 PM · #8
Keep the names coming. I am currently judging a photo comp. So later this arvo I will be putting up the steps I used to create 'I've been framed". It would be then be a good time to ask questions based on that montage. That will give me an indication of what you are all needing or wanting to learn. I also would like to know if you all understand how to use layers and masks as they are critical to this type of editing. If you don't then I will shoot you through a lesson that will get you started on using them.
04/29/2011 08:14:51 PM · #9
I guess I need help! People didn't like my expert editing on my pun. :(

Thanks!!
04/29/2011 08:17:49 PM · #10
put me in..!
04/29/2011 08:45:41 PM · #11
Add me in too please. I use layers, but haven't mastered masks.
04/29/2011 08:47:13 PM · #12
Originally posted by Judi:

I also would like to know if you all understand how to use layers and masks as they are critical to this type of editing.


I have a basic understanding of both, and I am running CS5.
04/29/2011 09:00:29 PM · #13
Me 2, please. i have yet to 'get' layers.... after all these years, sigh.
04/29/2011 09:16:56 PM · #14
Okay for the ones who don't know a lot about layers and/or masks here is your first lesson. It may seem really basic but I need to get you up to par to take you to the next step which will be starting soon. You can work at your own pace but you need to let me know when you finish and any questions. Remember no question is dumb. Also use your own images or take them from my portfolio for this lesson.

You may be using a different editing program but the steps will be basically the same just located in slightly different areas.


Layers and masks lesson 1



Please upload your results to this thread.

Message edited by author 2011-04-30 00:58:25.
04/29/2011 09:30:00 PM · #15
Why not... it sounds funny and useful :)
04/29/2011 09:42:24 PM · #16
Here is another lesson on cloning and painting over black and white images. These skills are very useful in editing of all forms. Please keep in mind this is not how I edited these images for the challenges, they were images I chose later for these lessons. There are some useful tips on using layers and how to keep track of them.

Cloning and Painting on BW images



Please upload your results to this thread.

Message edited by author 2011-04-30 00:58:16.
04/29/2011 09:48:39 PM · #17
I really need to do this. I don't have time to get started right now, but will try to look at some of it tomorrow.
04/29/2011 10:33:48 PM · #18
Please ad my name, Judi!
04/29/2011 11:46:14 PM · #19
I'm in, I always like learning new ways of doing things.
04/30/2011 12:58:02 AM · #20
Please upload your results to this thread.
04/30/2011 02:48:34 AM · #21
Please add m to this, I need all the help I can get

Lad

04/30/2011 04:56:54 AM · #22
Please add me to your Master class.

Message edited by author 2011-04-30 08:21:41.
04/30/2011 05:21:01 AM · #23
Hi Judi,
Please add me too.
04/30/2011 05:23:04 AM · #24
Here are some Mask tips that I use all the time.

Shift+click on mask in layer palette - This hides the mask. You will see a red cross over the mask icon in the layer palette. Shift+click to reveal the mask again. This is useful when you want to see if your work has made a positive effect on the overall image.


Control+click on mask in layer palette - By doing this you will turn your mask into a selection. Useful for working on that area on another layer. Or while marching ants are present Shift+Control+I will invert the selection so you can work on that area on other layers.


Alt+click on mask in layer palette - Awesome for seeing where you have worked on your image in large format. You can paint or do whatever on your mask and see where you are affecting the mask in detail.

04/30/2011 06:57:18 AM · #25
I would love to be on your list Judi. Thanks.
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