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How To Cheat in Photoshop Elements 11

by David Asch

February 2013

Beginner

302 pages

12h 14m

English

Routledge

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Basic selectionsCombining selectionsThe Lasso tools: part 1The Lasso tools: part 2The Magic WandThe Quick Selection toolWorking with Refine EdgeProtecting with selectionsFilling and replicatingInterlude: Setting up Elements

Introducing layersRepositioning layersGrouping and linkingLayers from selectionsDivide and multiplyAlign and distributeCreating a simple montageLayer blend modesUsing layer stylesInterlude: Keep up, no slacking!
Scaling with Free TransformCorrecting images with skewUnlocking rotationSimple perspective distortionClose-ups with SpherizeKeep your composureThink Smart!Tricky selectionsA flag for all nationsMimicking long exposureInterlude: Drawing comparisons
Working with layer masks 1Working with masks 2Gradient maskingUsing Clipping MasksSmudge maskingSpectacular fireworksInterlude: Digital cameras
Boosting contrast with levelsFixing color problemsShadows and highlightsWorking with color channelsBee flat to bee sharpIntroducing adjustment layersThe perfect resprayShifting the seasonsMiracle healingCleaning the sceneChanging skiesCatching the dropsAdding depth of fieldInterlude: But is it art?
Introducing the Type toolText in paragraphsText on a selectionText inside a selectionThree-dimensional textCreating cut away textInterlude: Can I get a job doing this?
A splash of colorPanorama powerThe need for speedSunset silhouetteMaking rainbowsA model villageMaking notepaperWriting in the sandRubber stamp itCreating custom brushesPuzzle timeBobblehead caricatureLetting the dust settleCasting a divine lightAging a photo in minutesMaking sticky tapeFrom day to nightFlashlight illuminationInstant candlelightComplex reflectionsLifting the lidRoom with a viewThe classic head-swapInterlude: Keeping it real
Fairy gets her wingsI have the power!All the world’s a stageA winter wonderlandThe great escapeInterlude: Finding images for free
Soft textured portraitPerceptions of a distant sunHollywood glamorCreating a wax sealThe Graphic Novel filterNotebook sketchingWanted: preferably aliveRapid stained glassBlueprint for designNeon signs with layer stylesYou spin me roundSaving files for the InternetMaking things move

Overview

Redesigned and completely rewritten for Elements 11, this book starts you at the basics of photomontage with selection techniques, layers and transformations; leading up to full-length projects for creating magazine covers, fantasy scenes, poster artwork and much, much more.