Dig imag unit 5 module 2 using the various painting tools
- 1. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Painting Tools The painting tools in Photoshop are the brush and the pencil. But that is not the only way to add color to an image. Gradients are a great way to add color to a design or to enhance an image.
- 2. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Painting Tools Photoshop provides several default gradient fills that can be used to add color to a design. A combination of a gradient and a paintbrush can create a layer mask effect.
- 3. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Painting with a Gradient Layer Mask Create your own gradient layer mask using the following steps: Open New Photoshop document. Place image in document. Add a layer above the image layer.
- 4. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Apply a gradient to the new layer. While holding down the option key, click on the line between the gradient and image layers. Painting with a Gradient Layer Mask
- 5. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Select a brush. Change the brush mode to clear. Painting with a Gradient Layer Mask
- 6. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Paint on the gradient to show the image below. Painting with a Gradient Layer Mask
- 7. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Apply filters to create textures. Add type (if desired). Painting with a Gradient Layer Mask
- 8. Digital Imaging Unit 5: Using Painting Tools Module 2: Using The Various Painting Tools Painting with a Gradient Layer Mask