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Layer Mask - Photoshop for Beginners

PiXimperfect via YouTube

Overview

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Learn the fundamentals of Layer Masks in Photoshop through this comprehensive tutorial. Explore the concept of Layer Masks, their importance, and practical applications in photo editing. Discover non-destructive editing techniques, compatibility with non-raster layers, and essential mask properties like feathering and density. Master advanced skills such as linking masks, duplicating, double masking, and using images as masks. Gain hands-on experience with real-world examples and best practices to enhance your Photoshop skills.

Syllabus

What Are Layer Masks?
Important Downloads & Announcements
Why Use A Layer Mask?
Reason 1: Non-Destructive Abilities
Reason 2: Compatibility with Non-Raster Layer
Linking & Unlinking Layer Masks
Turning Off and On
Mask Properties: Feather
Mask Properties: Density
Duplicate Masks
Problem with Copying Masks
Double Masking
Image as a Mask
Concept Recap

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PiXimperfect

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