Masking in Photoshop

 Masking 

Masking is one term but many uses. sometimes it is used for correcting mistakes, sometimes for out-of-bounds effect, for making image composites, etc. In this session, we learned 3 types of masking. Layer MaskingVector Making, Clipping Mask. 


Exercise 1 was to make a normal mask which is separating the main subject from the background and we had to merge it into another image. the source was provided and we learned new tools like select and mask so we can modify the mask whenever we want otherwise masking is destructive change and we cant redo it. 

(The Unmasked photo)

(The Masked Photo)


The masking is also used for out-of-bounds effect this effect is simple but spectacular and this is one of my favorite effects because it gives a 3d effect without the hassle. In this effect, we just had to add a picture and a text in that way in which we can use this effect. then by applying this effect we can add out some part of the duplicated picture and move it forward in layers so it looks like it is coming out of a particular text.

(The project)

The other use of masking is to divide images into multiple independent objects. so that we can edit the colors separately and easily thus making an eye-catching and contrasting image. These types of images can be used anywhere ranging from posts to movie posters. In this project, we cut out some specific parts of the picture to add some colors. This was the project in which we learned about dissolving modes. what are they and how they are used. Mainly to add colors to any textured photograph. We also learned how to add a drop shadow. 



  (The final image)

For the final project, we were directed to use all of the above methods to create a project as your final piece. 
I decided to go with A fashion brand. I started by looking up photos on Pexals. After I found them and tried to use them in photoshop as soon as I knew that this material is workable I started masking After some basic masks. we had to use Out of bound effect. I had to reimagine where to use it but after some thinking, I knew exactly where I am using it. Overall it was all fun. we also learned many things which we will use in the future.   


(The Final Project)












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