PhotoGator Loc: Florida

My apology, my misunderstanding. You are absolutely correct.

PhotoGator Loc: Florida

My apology, my misunderstanding. You are absolutely correct.

PhotoGator Loc: Florida

GIMP Tutorials by Shakey and his GGS Kevin.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1165232

Chapter 1: Crop Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1165331

Chapter 2: Zoom Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1165682

Chapter 3: Eraser Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1165859

Chapter 4: Perspective Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1166285

Download: Two Castle Images to Work on it
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1166545

Chapter 5: Understanding Save Options
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-1.html#1168165

Chapter 6: How To Get Rid of Purple/Blue Fringing
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-2.html#1168719

Ep 6-a: Removing Purple/Blue with a Selection Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-2.html#1169048

Important Resources
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-3.html#1169911

Chapter 7: Clone Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-5.html#1172481

Chapter 7-a: Clone Tool in Use
Download: Image to work n it
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-5.html#1172567

Chapter 8: The Heal Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-5.html#1174255

Chapter 8-a: Heal Tool: Practice photos
Download: Girl Bath and Baby to Heal
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-5.html#1174300

Chapter 9: The Fuzzy Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1175685

Chapter 9-a: The Fuzzy Tool in Practice
Downloads: Towers for Fuzzy Tool - Sky for Fuzzy Tool Work
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1176153

Chapter 10: Select By Color Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1176960

Chapter 10-a: Select by Color Tool (continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1177258

Chapter 10-b: Select by Color Tool – Download Photo
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1177543

Note: To save work as JPEG
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1178284

File Menu
Click 'Export'
Write name of file and format (picture.jpg) in the top (Name) slot.
Click Export button.
Select degree of quality. Click Export button

Chapter 11: The Quick Mask
Download: Cat to work with it
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-6.html#1180172

Chapter 11-a: The Quick Mask (continued.)
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-7.html#1180374

Chapter 11-b: The Quick Mask (continued.)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-7.html#1180398

Q&A:
Q: can you tell us where this "content aware" / resynthisiser feature is hiding in GIMP? Not being 'negative' but can you or your 11 year old tutor tell us if it actually is in GIMP or has to be downloaded seperately from yet another site and then installed?
A: Yes, this is a free plugin for GIMP. It is updated regularly. The resynthesize plugin for Gimp 2.8.2 has not yet been announced. We are all waiting and hope to see it soon. The previous version was 2.6 which works in 2.8 after a fashion (not good). I'll keep the forum posted when the update becomes available.
In the mean time, try the heal tool or the Clone tool. Manual operation but excellent tools.

Chapter 12: The Scissors Select Tool
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-7.html#1185069

Chapter 12-a: The Scissors Selection Tool (continued)
Download: Fish photo to work with
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-7.html#1185087

Chapter 13: Blend Tool (aka Gradient Tool)
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-8.html#1188372

Chapter 14: The Rotate Tool: To Level the Horizon
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-8.html#1189921

Chapter 15: What is Noise and How to Eliminate it with GIMP
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-8.html#1192596

Download Practice Image: Remove hair from girl’s face
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-8.html#1193395

After Image, hair removed
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1193813

Chapter 16: How to Install Plugins and Scripts
Download Image: Sequence to Install Plugins in Gimp
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1199566

Chapter 16-a: How to Install Plugins and Scripts (Continued…)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1199601

Chapter 16-b: How To Make GIMP Work With Photoshop Plugins
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1201936

Chapter 16-c: Photoshop Plugin Settings (continued):
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1201950

Chapter 16-d: Recommended Plugins for GIMP
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1203996

Chapter 17: How To Make Your Photos 'Pop' with GIMP
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1208254

Chapter 17-a: Make your Photos 'Pop' (continued)
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1208270

Chapter 17-b: Make your Photos 'Pop' (continued)
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1208282

Chapter 17-c: Make your Photos 'Pop' (continued)
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-9.html#1208297

Chapter 17-d: Make your Photos 'Pop' (continued)
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-10.html#1208309

Chapter 17-d: Make your Photos 'Pop' (end)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-10.html#1208331

Practice image to use the Heal Tool (opacity 30)
Objective: Remove shine from front head, chin and nose
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-10.html#1211811

Out of Order:
Chapter 18-h: Images to work with
Download Images: Background,Tower, Eagle
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-12.html#1216151

Chapter 18: Let's Get Started with Layers:
2 Download Screen Images
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-11.html#1215993

Chapter 18-a: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-11.html#1216010

Chapter 18-b: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-11.html#1216032

Chapter 18-c: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-11.html#1216047

Chapter 18-d: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-11.html#1216065

Chapter 18-e: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-11.html#1216090

Chapter 18-f: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
Download Image
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-12.html#1216108

Chapter 18-g: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued):
2 Download Images
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-12.html#1216114

Chapter 18-h: Images to work with
Download Images: Background,Tower, Eagle
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-12.html#1216151

Chapter 18-i: Let's Get Started with Layers (continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-12.html#1216479

Chapter 19: Layers 2: Brushes and Other Magic Stuff.
Download: Clouds and Scissors Tool Setup
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1225857

Chapter 19-a: Layers 2: Brushes and Other Magic Stuff (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1225894

Chapter 20: Out of Bound Tiger Tutorial
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1228696
Chapter 20-a: Out of Bound Tiger Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1228710

Chapter 20-b: Out of Bound Tiger Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1228719

Chapter 20-c: Out of Bound Tiger Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1228737

Chapter 20-d: Out of Bound Tiger Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1228751

Chapter 20-e: Out of Bound Tiger Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-13.html#1228763

Chapter 21: Out of Bound 2
Download Work Photo
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236372

Chapter 21-a: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Work on her Eyes
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236387

Chapter 21-b: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Work on her Eyes 2
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236393

Chapter 21-c: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Little Girl Work Photo 3
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236404

 
Chapter 21-d: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Little Girl Work Photo 4
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236410

Chapter 21-e: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Little Girl Work Photo 5
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236421

Chapter 21-f: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Little Girl Work Photo 6
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236433

Chapter 21-g: Out of Bound 2 (Continued)
Download Little Girl Work Photo 7
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-14.html#1236439

Chapter 22: Under Exposed Rescue Using Layers Plus
Download Work Photo
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1243531

Chapter 22-a: Under Exposed Rescue Using Layers Plus (Continued)
Download Screen Image 1
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1243540

Chapter 22-b: Under Exposed Rescue Using Layers Plus (Continued)
Download Screen Image 2
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1243548

Chapter 22-c: Under Exposed Rescue Using Layers Plus (Continued)
Download Screen Image 3
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1243555

Chapter 22-d: Under Exposed Rescue Using Layers Plus (Continued)
Download Screen Image 4
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1243564

Chapter 22-e: Under Exposed Rescue Using Layers Plus (Continued)
Download Screen Image 5
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1243571

Chapter 23: Quick Under Exposed Rescue
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-16.html#1244900

Chapter 24: Layers Command: 'Merge Visible Layers'.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-17.html#1246375

Chapter 24-a: Layers Command: 'Merge Down'.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-17.html#1246405

Chapter 25: Over Exposed Photo Rescue Using Layers Plus
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-17.html#1251102

Chapter 25-a: Over Exposed Photo Rescue Using Layers Plus
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-17.html#1251112

Chapter 25-b: Over Exposed Photo Rescue Using Layers Plus
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-17.html#1251119

Chapter 25-c: Over Exposed Photo Rescue Using Layers Plus
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-18.html#1251126

Chapter 25-d: Over Exposed Photo Rescue Using Layers Plus
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-18.html#1251136

Chapter 26: Quick Over Exposed Photo Rescue
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-18.html#1253911

Chapter 27: Fill-Flash Effect Using Layers for Best Result.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-19.html#1257251

Chapter 28: Fill Flash Effect
Download Work Photo
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-19.html#1254915

Chapter 28-a: Fill Flash Effect (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-19.html#1254927

Chapter 28-b: Fill Flash Effect (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-19.html#1254946

Chapter 28-c: Fill Flash Effect (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-19.html#1254956

Chapter 28-d: Fill Flash Effect (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-19.html#1254964

Chapter 29: Fake HDR Plugin Tutorial
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-20.html#1263105

Chapter 29-a: Fake HDR Plugin Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-20.html#1263124

Chapter 29-b: Fake HDR Plugin Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-20.html#1263142

Chapter 29-c: Fake HDR Plugin Tutorial (Continued)
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-69708-20.html#1263158

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' is probably one of the most innovative tools available in any photo editing software, and that include Photoshop. It enable you to change the brightness, darkness, saturation, shadows, contrast, colors, and transparency of most of your photographs.

It will also process, as above, any layer you activate or any selection you choose to make with any GIMP selection tool. The Curves tool even enables you to adjust the tonal range of your image. It processes all RGB images saved in almost any format.

To make the most of the 'Curves' tool we need to see how it performs its various functions. Here's a quick and easy run down on how to make the most of Curves. First, we'll take a look at the Histogram.

1. The 'Histogram' within the Curves tool is shown in pale grey, maybe this is the reason why it is often overlooked as an aid to producing a great photo. In the images below the Histogram is showing you that the photo is comprised of mostly midtones with some brightness.

2. The bright areas show up on the right of the Histogram irrespective of where they are in the photograph. The black, or heavily shadowed, areas show up on the left of the histogram irrespective of where they are in the photograph. Midtones, obviously, show up around the middle of the Histogram.

3. The image of the Tower has no black or heavily shadowed areas. This is displayed in the Histogram as a white area. This means there are no black or dark grey pixels in the photograph.

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).

4. When the Histogram does not butt up against the left or right edge of the Curves Dialog it shows that the darkest and/or brightest areas contain some details. This means there is white between the Histogram and the edge of the Dialog. This is desireable as it means no blocked up black shadows or blown out highlights.

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).

5. The Curves 'Diagonal Line' enables you to make adjustments. To any Photograph of your choice.

6. (Your work photo is supplied here) Open GIMP. Load the 'Nurse' photo. Go to 'Colors' menu and select 'Curves'. Click on the diagonal line, in two places, as shown. These selected points are known as 'Anchor Points'. There is no limit to the number of 'Anchors' you may select. However, two or three anchors are usually sufficient when you are using the 'Values' channel.

Curves Dialog Work Photo

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued)

7. Let's assume that you know this nurse and you wish to bring out her true looks and character:
She has auburn hair, hazel eyes and a good complexion. She is an experienced medic with a strong personality. The work photo does not do her justice. Here's the quick and easy way to bring out her character. Study the example below give the nurse a better image.

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).

8. When you find a good 'Curves' setup you may wish to repeat it with a different photo. You can save the setup in 'Presets' and give your setup a name. This means you can always go beck to that 'Preset' as a starting point and make any adjustments you require without losing the original preset. Here's how:

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).


9. Many online tutorials talk about the 'S' curve as the ideal method of improving many images. This means that you increase the contrast and saturation of an image, plus add a little brightness. (As below.) You can also have an 'Inverted S curve', which means the anchor points are reversed. You may wish to setup a Preset for 'S' curves, too.

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).


10. In the Curves Dialog 'Histogram' your photograph is shown to have a tonal range. The 'Tonal Range' represents the diverse shades of color between absolute black and absolute white in your image.

The Tonal Range of an image is wide when it stretches from edge to edge of the Curves Dialog. If the Tonal Range represented by the Histogram ends before the edge is reached it is possible to 'Crush' the pixels down, with the diagonal line, and improve the picture. See below.

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial (Continued).


11. Here's a harbor scene, in your work photo, where the reflection of the boats in the water could make this photo great if they where brighter. Here's how we do that with the Curves Dialog.

Select the 'Magic Wand' tool and setup the wand as shown below. Click on the shadows under the boats. Because you selected the 'Add to' option most shadows will be captured in one or two clicks. You'll see the marching ants of your selections.

Work Photo


Magic Wand Setup

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

The GIMP 'Curves Dialog' Tutorial.

12. Go to the 'Colors' menu and click 'Curves'. Adjust the curve to match the one shown below.

Do not make the reflections in the water too bright, they will be unrealistic. Just enough brighness to add interest.

Go to the 'Select' menu and click 'None'. Ctrl+Z will take you back if you wish to try again.

Reflections

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

Harbor Photo was supplied free by members of: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page
Photographer: Miguel Virkkunen Carvalho from Lahti, Finland.

Wikimedia is a good site to find free work photos.

Nurse photo and child photo were supplied by Serif.com with one of their programs

Shakey Loc: Traveling again to Norway and other places.

Curves Dialog - Color Channels Tutorial.

Here's your work photo, the Cataloochee Valley, NC, at dawn. It's a pretty mundane photo and we'll see if we can make the forest more attractive.

Work Photo