Learning Photoshop
Jul 28, 2017 14:04:57 #
I bought Scott Kelby's PS CC 2017 to learn PS. Here are the before and after upon completion of chapter 1, Using Camera Raw Like a Filter. C&c welcome. Thanks. Matt
Jul 28, 2017 14:29:57 #
Matt, would you tell what PS tools you used and how. Like for Unsharp Mask the slider values. Like for Curves the settings. Like for Eyedroppers, RGB settins and places in image applied. Were you trying to enhance the cloud & sky reflections in the water.
Jul 28, 2017 14:36:12 #
John_F wrote:
Matt, would you tell what PS tools you used and how. Like for Unsharp Mask the slider values. Like for Curves the settings. Like for Eyedroppers, RGB settins and places in image applied. Were you trying to enhance the cloud & sky reflections in the water.
I was using the simple sliders: black, white, contrast, exposure, shadows, highlights, clarity, etc. They are the only ones covered so far. I clicked on the b and on the w for automatic adjustment. Then I moved the other sliders till I liked what I saw; I don't remember the values. Sorry, John.
Jul 28, 2017 17:48:45 #
Just one little tip. Learn how to make selections and then practice, practice, practice until it gets to be second nature. PS is a powerful program, you will enjoy it. Let us see more of your creations.
Jul 28, 2017 20:20:58 #
John_F wrote:
Just one little tip. Learn how to make selections and then practice, practice, practice until it gets to be second nature. PS is a powerful program, you will enjoy it. Let us see more of your creations.
John, Thanks for the advice. Just what I need. Matt
Jul 29, 2017 07:10:04 #
Matt Quinn wrote:
I bought Scott Kelby's PS CC 2017 to learn PS. Here are the before and after upon completion of chapter 1, Using Camera Raw Like a Filter. C&c welcome. Thanks. Matt
You can easily see here how a few minor adjustments adds depth to your photo. The original is flat and lacks definition. The after is much more appealing. I applaud your efforts and I'm sure you will see a big difference in your work as you become even more accomplished. For black and white work, I prefer Lightroom and sometimes the NIK suite of programs. If you are using CC, then Lightroom is part of that package. But, I think it is important not to put too much on your plate at one time. You are learning the tools of PS and that is plenty to learn right now. You can always add to your repertoire when you have become very comfortable with PS.
Erich
Jul 29, 2017 08:50:08 #
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Jul 31, 2017 19:16:58 #
jaymatt wrote:
Apparently you're a good student--first-rate work!
thank you. time will tell. Matt
Jul 31, 2017 19:17:48 #
NJFrank wrote:
The journey of a thousand miles start with the first step. Nice beginning
Many thanks. These first steps are easy; the next will be more challenging, I suspect. Matt
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