Chapter 3. Layers and Curves

Many people who excel are self-taught.

—Herb Ritts

The Layers panel will quickly become familiar. Whether you’re working on a single image or a complex graphic for a poster, the Layers panel is your home base for adjustments, masking, blending, and even just simple project organization.

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