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We will soon be showing you what a layer mask is, but before we get to that we want to show you the Eraser tools. Eraser tools allow you remove portions of the image such as an eraser on a pencil. The reasons why we are showing you this first is the eraser tools are permanent changes were masks are temporary removals. In this tutorial we will be discussing the eraser tool, background eraser tool, magic eraser tool. We left one of the most dangerous tools in Photoshop at the end of the tutori...

In this tutorial we will walk you through even more of the Layer options. In the first tutorial called Learning Layers With Ease we showed you the basics of Layers and now it is time to expand your knowledge by explaining how to create a new blank layer (2 different methods) to attaching a color identifier to a layer. We will even explain how to copy a layer from one image and add it to another image. Finally we will discuss how to group layers and what is the “Flatten Image” option.

One of the key components of Photoshop is layers. Layers allow you to stack images, shapes, text, etc. If you take 2 pieces of paper and you put one on top of the other and partially cover the bottom piece of paper, that is similar to a layer in Photoshop. We will show you not only how to create layers, but also how to rename the layer and even how to change the layer order. As we proceed with this course, we will also explaining how to delete a layer, hide layers or even change the opacity ...

Photoshop provides you with patterns which are usually used to tile a portion of your image you are editing. We will show you how to use a pattern and if none of the patterns provided with Photoshop suits your needs, you can create your own using one of two methods. We will be showing you how to sample a pattern and how to use the Pattern Maker filter (if you are running Photoshop CS4, you will need to download this filter). We will also, show you what is a Patterns Overlay option within the ...

Photoshop provides more precision editing tools than perhaps any other graphics program. Now that you know how to select and move image content (please refer to the Selection tutorials), you may want to try out these tools. These features of Photoshop will help you align your selections perfectly. Throughout this course, we will train you on Grids, Guides, and Rulers. While going through this tutorial we will show you some tips and tricks with these features, such as how to lock your guide o...

What is magic about colors is that you can select colors by using the Magic Wand or even by selecting a Color Range. We will also be discussing how to use the Quick Selection Tool. Along the way we will be showing you tips and tricks on how to expand or even subtract from a selection. We will walk you through what the inverse command is and how you can even reselect your last selection. In this Photoshop tutorial, we will also be discussing how to save/load selections. Throughout this cours...

In this tutorial we will show you the basics of selecting image content. Photoshop offers a number of selection tools to copy or move a portion of the image. With good selections, you will be on your way to editing photos quickly. We will be discussing the Rectangular, Elliptical, Single Column/Row Marquee Tool, Lasso, Polygonal Lasso and the Magnetic Lasso tool. While we walk you through the common steps to select an image, we will show you some important tips and tricks such as how to add ...

In this tutorial we are going to show you many different ways to zoom in and out of an image. We will show you everything from the magnifying glass to the navigator palette. Along the way we will even give you little tips and tricks such as the keyboard shortcuts to zoom in and out. As you’re working with your image, you may need to zoom in to make minute changes, zoom out to see how your image looks overall, and otherwise move around to ensure that you’re working with just the image area you...

Today we are going to talk about creating custom brushes. The easiest way to create a custom brush is from an image. Once created, it will always be in your brush presets. We will show you how to use this custom brush and how and even how to delete a brush. Along the way we will even train you on the basics of the Lasso tool and we will get your feet wet with Layers. Have fun and enjoy this tutorial about custom brushes.

In this tutorial we are going to train you not only how to add vertical and horizontal text with the type tools, but how to warp the text. We will be discussing spell checking and other features such as typing on a path using the Pen tool. By the time you are done with this training, you will understand these areas, plus more. Text is fun, so let’s have fun with this tutorial and learn the basics of the Type tool. Sit back and enjoy this tutorial.

In this tutorial we will go over transforming objects. Once you have created your shapes using the Drawing Tool it is time to manipulate them. In this tutorial you will learn how to change them using the Transform Path settings. These transformations are not limited to just the basic shapes and can be used to manipulate lines, text and other objects. Along the way we will show you important tips and tricks for the Transform Path.

In this tutorial we will go over the drawing tools. We will be discussing the Rectangle Tool, Rounded Rectangle Tool, Ellipse Tool, Polygon Tool, Line Tool, and the Custom Shape Tool. The beauty of the drawing tools in the Photoshop program is once you learn one of the tools the rest of the tools will be very easy to understand. Along the way we give some tips and tricks with these tools.

In this tutorial we will show you how to use the different features of the Paint Brush and the Pencil tool. By the time you are done with this tutorial you wil also be able to select a color to use in your image from many different ways (picking the color from an existing image, using numeric values to find your color, etc.). While we proceed through this tutorial we will show you tips and tricks such as how to undo your work if you make a mistake (yes, we all make mistakes).

In this tutorial will get the file ready by changing and setting the file information and we will be showing you different ways on how to compress the image to make it a smaller file size so it can be viewed on the web or shared with friends. The beauty of compressing an image in Photoshop is it reduces the file size with very little quality loss to the picture. If you are going to share images, then this is a must tutorial to read!

The following tutorial will walk you through creating a new image file to opening a picture. We will also show you how to save an image and some important keyboard shortcuts. Along the way we will show you many different tips and tricks that can be used in Photoshop and image files such as how to open multiple files at once.