How to use PHOTOSHOP LAYER MASKS + 7 TRICKS with masks

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How to use Layer Masks in Photoshop and 7 Layer mask tips. In this tutorial, Colin Smith shows you exactly how to use layer masks in Photoshop and 7 Layer Maks tips. Ultimate Guide to Layers masks in Photoshop.
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  • @photoshopcafe
    @photoshopcafe6 жыл бұрын

    Check out my Tutorial on Layer Blending Modes: kzread.info/dash/bejne/rG2Wq82fh7W3pc4.html

  • @ELBlDu

    @ELBlDu

    6 жыл бұрын

    You are AMAZING! Not only that, you play the guitar! I knew you were good people when I found you on CreateLive......to ans your question: not yet, but Im learning stuff b.4 I splurge on it. It frightens me. But not as much after listening and watching you. I see differently now when I shoot. I think Im ready. I really want to learn to compost an image into a Salvador Dali self portrait/ kind of abstract Iknow. But I have to learn how to create whats in my head. Baby steps.....

  • @santosd6065

    @santosd6065

    5 жыл бұрын

    I actually was doing most of these tricks... but in a very clumsy way, just in the layers. Erasing away parts of them, using gradient in the selections, then deleting part of the images... the whole Layer Masks and blending layers sections were a complete mystery to me until I came across this channel. Good job, thanks!

  • @mygammie

    @mygammie

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great tutorial. Didn't know any of the tricks. Senior Citizen learning Photoshop. Thank you.

  • @Deceptibot94
    @Deceptibot945 жыл бұрын

    This is legitimately the most easy to follow Photoshop tutorial i have ever watched.

  • @derickatkins189

    @derickatkins189

    4 жыл бұрын

    DITTO DITTO DITTO

  • @pandistepan4304
    @pandistepan43043 жыл бұрын

    Exactly what I needed to start work on a different edit to my flower images - now I properly understand layers!! Thank you for making this tutorial so interesting and so easy to follow!

  • @russkayak
    @russkayak4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I learn something every time I watch the tutorial. Exclusively a LR user but starting to realize the absolute power of PS. As a senior citizen though, it is not easy trying to grasp its staggering number of features. As an amateur landscape photographer I'm trying to limit my learning to those features best suited to that genre. Most helpful....thanks again.

  • @kim0942
    @kim0942 Жыл бұрын

    Colin, you’re by far the best PS&LR instructor on you tube. Your deliberate and concise approach is so easy to follow. Not too fast like some. I am fairly well experienced using the apps but always learn more watching you. Thanks

  • @prospero11
    @prospero113 жыл бұрын

    You are a masterful teacher. You teach not the old and stale how, but you conceptually define why and where in a very easy and intuitive method. Very deep and painless. Keep going! thank you!

  • @masseylad1972
    @masseylad19724 жыл бұрын

    I use layer masks yes, I love them so Thank you for the tips. You never stop learning. Great tutorial and superbly presented. 👌🏽

  • @celinemorisset5533
    @celinemorisset55335 жыл бұрын

    Love this type of tutorial. Can't get enough on layer masks... It is very cool! Thanks!

  • @sketchupwoodplans
    @sketchupwoodplans4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with the community! Your style is very pro learning and helps a lot. I knew pretty much all the 7 tips but seeing them in actions gives me new ideas on how to apply them. Example, recalling a selection to limit the workspace of a brush for better refinement of a mask.

  • @wimgrundyearth5753
    @wimgrundyearth57535 жыл бұрын

    Taking introductory courses in BOTH Lightroom AND Photoshop, so you've been VERY helpful! THANKS A MILLION!

  • @madhusoodanshimoga5725
    @madhusoodanshimoga57254 жыл бұрын

    I have subscribed recently and going through all of your brilliant tutorials. In this video for me using 50% grey instead of reducing opacity of brush to get consistent results in each stroke was brilliant. I have always struggled with overdoing or under doing using the opacity method. Thanks for that.

  • @jennifertepp2617
    @jennifertepp26176 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tutorial. I use both LR and PS. I have been learning both by watching KZread videos and it's always great to learn something new. I have been using masks for a bit now and have finally become much more comfortable with using them. Thanks again.

  • @kylek81
    @kylek816 жыл бұрын

    Knew about half of them and loved learning more! Great video, thank you so much for it! As far as PS/LR, I really use both depending on what I need. I use Lightroom primarily for all photo tuning and use Photoshop for any sort of transformation.

  • @bomatravels
    @bomatravels5 жыл бұрын

    Your tutorials are so great and to the point! Thanks a lot for your time and effort

  • @karencoffelt7682
    @karencoffelt76824 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great tutorial, Colin. I learned a lot of about layer masks that I didn't already know.

  • @elegantimagesphoto
    @elegantimagesphoto4 жыл бұрын

    I really appreciated the tips being printed out on the screen as I like to take notes. I had just watched another good mask video; but learned new tips here that helped clarify. You have such a well thought out process. The repetition of key points was very helpful, and the pace was too.

  • @krzysztofmaska2215
    @krzysztofmaska22156 жыл бұрын

    Well, for me masks were the one of the first things to learn (PS user since v. 7.0, till CC2018). They are great to learn not only as a specific software option, but as a concept. Many programs use these, for example video editing/vfx softwares like Vegas or After Effects, but also other graphic programs, not only raster but also vector. I currently transfered to Affinity package and both Photo and designer has masks. Mastering this technique will really give you an advantage in a lot of fields. For example I also learn & practice things in game design, and in Unreal Engine you also can mask things with black color. So in one sentence: master masks as a concept, and it will help you in many areas ;). And by the way: great video Colin!

  • @MrAlanearle
    @MrAlanearle2 жыл бұрын

    These are the best tutorials ever to watch, all very clear to follow and perfect pace. I only knew about 20% and now keen to develop my skill. Thank you so much!

  • @s.russell1856
    @s.russell18564 жыл бұрын

    WOW! Absolutely AWESOME tutorial. Never had such clear instructions. What a teacher! Thank you, a thousand times.

  • @blve781
    @blve7814 жыл бұрын

    I knew nothing about layer mask at the beginning of the video, but now I’ve understood how to use them. Thank you so much, this was so much easier to follow than other tutorial videos.

  • @marek0101
    @marek01015 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! You've made it so easy to understand layer masks.

  • @breicker6107
    @breicker61073 жыл бұрын

    Glad I found this tutorial - will be looking for more. Layer masks I have found confusing, but will watch this video a few more times until I fully understand. Thank you.

  • @themsonl9051
    @themsonl90514 жыл бұрын

    It's a masterpiece for beginners like me about the use of layer mask! Thank you.

  • @PRenee-rt6ui
    @PRenee-rt6ui4 жыл бұрын

    Really clear and easy example of using layer masks and the pace of the tutorial is great. Excellent. Thank you.

  • @simonchandler4666
    @simonchandler46664 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant stuff mate. just learning Layer Masks and you really break it down to the core elements and give an idea of the possibilities. really appreciate it.

  • @orko_pro
    @orko_pro5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, keep making more stuff! Full power to you! All the best! Helped me a lot.

  • @altindisbarbaros
    @altindisbarbaros4 жыл бұрын

    You are an amazing teacher, thank you for tutorials.

  • @SueMusto
    @SueMusto5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you SO much Colin. You explain SO well. Finally I understand Layer Masks properly.

  • @susanschmitz5871
    @susanschmitz58714 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, that was perfect,! No nonsense straight to the point and no annoying music to distract from lesson

  • @locovidepro
    @locovidepro3 жыл бұрын

    I am just starting to learn the masking with you Colin. Thank you again so much.

  • @garyburton8060
    @garyburton80605 жыл бұрын

    Very clear information at a speed that allows me to follow, with some useful tips along the way. Thank you!

  • @louie5339
    @louie53394 жыл бұрын

    This was helpful. All these years and was never sure how to use layer masks but this explains it crystal clear. Thank you!

  • @mikeyates8240
    @mikeyates82404 жыл бұрын

    these are the sort of tutorials I want to learn from, the layer mask. and blending modes . thank you

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    4 жыл бұрын

    Happy to hear that!

  • @anuanki
    @anuanki4 жыл бұрын

    Nice. I needed a painless refresher and this was it!!!

  • @alijafarzadeh212
    @alijafarzadeh2124 жыл бұрын

    Love this type of tutorial.

  • @metometo7792
    @metometo77926 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely fantastic tutorial, thank you very much. Your nice pace makes it easy to follow and understand.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Im glad you found it helpful :)

  • @zvmore8061
    @zvmore80615 жыл бұрын

    I use both, very helpful and clear, thank u!!

  • @robinbird53
    @robinbird533 жыл бұрын

    Revisiting photoshop after years of absence. Your tutorials are great.

  • @bassplayer60
    @bassplayer604 жыл бұрын

    thank you Colin, these are new for me...thank you!

  • @nealabello71
    @nealabello716 жыл бұрын

    I use both and am still learning. Every time I view one of your great videos, I learn new stuff. Most of your tips were new. Thanks for doing this service.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for saying so :)

  • @francomedina7214
    @francomedina72143 жыл бұрын

    I love the way you explain, step by step, so learners can follow trought the tutorial

  • @rodshelley1170
    @rodshelley11706 жыл бұрын

    I love layer masks! Been using them for a while, but still got some neat tips. I do use Lightroom as I'm on the CC Photo plan. I find myself using it more as I learn more about it. Good stuff as always!

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @yqlradio
    @yqlradio4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! I only knew the first two tips, it was all new after that. Great video.

  • @katrinaantelo6258
    @katrinaantelo62583 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this amazing easy to understand tutorial!

  • @stevegorman5337
    @stevegorman53372 жыл бұрын

    I’m a beginner to Photoshop. The first few videos I watched were from people who talk so fast that you can’t even follow what they’re doing on the screen. This gentleman is easy to understand and has the ability to talk to beginners in a way that is more user-friendly. I highly recommend watching these videos!

  • @b.a.mproductions6574
    @b.a.mproductions65744 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the help I was stuck for a while trying to figure out these multi layered photos 💯

  • @ChuckTipton
    @ChuckTipton3 жыл бұрын

    I use both Lightroom and Photoshop, for the reasons you share Colin. Thanks for the great tutorial and your efforts.

  • @BoazYoffe
    @BoazYoffe5 жыл бұрын

    Hearty thanks Colin, nice tips

  • @robertweaver1338
    @robertweaver13384 жыл бұрын

    Great teacher!! Easy to follow without a lot of extraneous info. Tips were very good . I didn't know any of them.

  • @ginitaprofitt4065
    @ginitaprofitt4065 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Colin, another wonderful teaching!

  • @space6irl
    @space6irl4 жыл бұрын

    This is the best tutorial I've seen yet. thanks!

  • @margaretwood1255
    @margaretwood1255 Жыл бұрын

    another fantastic tutorial, thanks Colin

  • @anastasiaschoss3375
    @anastasiaschoss33754 жыл бұрын

    Great tips, thank you!

  • @ravindranathmenon1090
    @ravindranathmenon10904 жыл бұрын

    You are an excellent teacher. I keep following your tutorials. I thank you for these. My best wishes to you.

  • @suruha2306
    @suruha23066 жыл бұрын

    Wow, Colin! Very cool tutorial!! I use Layer Masks a LOT! When coloring, I use an Adjustment Layer, Reversed, then, paint in the coloring. Love them!! I only have PS and Ai.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @solsty1907
    @solsty19074 жыл бұрын

    thank you for always referencing keyboard shortcuts in your tutorials ! super clutch !

  • @rolfmildh2173
    @rolfmildh21736 жыл бұрын

    I like everything you show here. Colin, you are amazing and as I are new beginner of Ligthroom and Photoshop I´m glad that I find you here on KZread. Thanks.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Welcome to this channel :)

  • @MatthewFurman
    @MatthewFurman6 жыл бұрын

    Incredible tutorial. You are a true master and I love the way you teach. Thank you.

  • @ianw73iw
    @ianw73iw6 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant again, still need to watch it twice to grasp the finer points. Thank you

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Watch it as many times as you need to grasp these important principles :)

  • @denisblack5689
    @denisblack56896 жыл бұрын

    just ❤️ it! Thanks.

  • @clark7894
    @clark78946 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. This was very helpful.

  • @petermiller6829
    @petermiller6829 Жыл бұрын

    You are are great instructor! Thanks Colin

  • @rogercrichton8129
    @rogercrichton81296 жыл бұрын

    I use LR for general, initial, adjustments and PS for more detailed work on selected photos. PS is the best for using layers.

  • @JimFelderOKC
    @JimFelderOKC6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a bunch Collin! I’ve used Layer Masks for a long time but you can always learn something from watching others. I didn’t know about some of the keyboard shortcuts.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Thanks for commenting

  • @shellyirvine9761
    @shellyirvine97612 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for an excellent lesson on layer masks! Finally, after being confused by a lengthy expensive (highly acclaimed) beginner program (numerous courses) and many free tutorials from the actual Photoshop company, I have found someone who speaks slowly and clearly, and tells me what I really need to know! Why, what, and how! I also love the fact that you teach how to modify photographs! (what Photoshop was made for!) while so many courses focus more on advertising, website design, social media tricks, etc. People who need that stuff probably learned it in college or company training. I just want to repair, merge, modify, and perfect my photographs! I look forward to more lessons! You're the best!

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Shelly

  • @eaglehill12
    @eaglehill126 жыл бұрын

    Learned many faster ways to use layer masks Thanks Colin

  • @loobyluB
    @loobyluB5 жыл бұрын

    this was excellent. I learned so much, i only knew about 1/3rd of what you taught

  • @Rudy2053
    @Rudy20535 жыл бұрын

    Mostly photoshop, and your tutorials are inspiring. Thanks

  • @jeromeweaver809
    @jeromeweaver8094 жыл бұрын

    I like these videos because I just started creating my own CD Covers. I have a lot to learn.

  • @keviodal1908
    @keviodal19086 жыл бұрын

    Thank You Colin, I'm starting to understand these a lot better now

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Im really happy to hear that

  • @carolynlogan8011
    @carolynlogan80114 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making it easy to understand.

  • @captsamuka
    @captsamuka4 жыл бұрын

    This is a better tutorial than the paid ones! Thank you. I didn't know how to use a non-destructive mask until today.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    4 жыл бұрын

    Im glad that it helped you!

  • @Robdobalina
    @Robdobalina Жыл бұрын

    Amazing tutorial. Thank you

  • @abotalibibrahim7170
    @abotalibibrahim717016 күн бұрын

    really clear explanation thanks for all information

  • @LuciaHewitt
    @LuciaHewitt6 жыл бұрын

    thank you! Fantastic!

  • @Azam_Pakistan
    @Azam_Pakistan4 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful. You followed a project approach adding steps one by one.

  • @pedrocosta6440
    @pedrocosta64405 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Thanks!

  • @RawndaFlowers
    @RawndaFlowers4 жыл бұрын

    Your such a great teacher, love the way you explain and make is so easy to understand.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @derickatkins189

    @derickatkins189

    4 жыл бұрын

    DITTO

  • @Kirangokal7
    @Kirangokal73 жыл бұрын

    Very well taught, with patience and tenacity

  • @magnificatnegociosdigitais8459
    @magnificatnegociosdigitais84592 жыл бұрын

    all tips great! thanks

  • @LadyOfAlchemy
    @LadyOfAlchemy Жыл бұрын

    This is incredibly helpful, thanks so much!

  • @carlo6794
    @carlo67943 жыл бұрын

    THANKS MUCH COLLIN! VERY INFORMATIVE VIDEO!

  • @chriscarroll5780
    @chriscarroll57804 жыл бұрын

    As always magic thank you

  • @wandamcclain4008
    @wandamcclain40084 жыл бұрын

    This was a GREAT tutorial

  • @KingLama1
    @KingLama12 жыл бұрын

    Excellent so well delivered

  • @shounaksane2293
    @shounaksane22933 жыл бұрын

    Excellent tutorial!

  • @DonaldKuhnert
    @DonaldKuhnert Жыл бұрын

    Great I am getting to understand what masks and layers are about.Well done Colin.

  • @CalvinPowers
    @CalvinPowers6 жыл бұрын

    very helpful, thanks!

  • @lawrencemwai9316
    @lawrencemwai93165 жыл бұрын

    GREAT VIDEO MAN.THANKS...

  • @edsab2504
    @edsab25044 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic!!!! thank you very much!!!

  • @masongaming923
    @masongaming9234 жыл бұрын

    great tutorial, helped me out a alot, nice and clear and easy to follow.

  • @romanopecjolozano6214
    @romanopecjolozano62142 жыл бұрын

    great tutorial...many tnx!

  • @atexxxxx
    @atexxxxx5 жыл бұрын

    Awesome tutorial!

  • @thulaninyashanu7439
    @thulaninyashanu74394 жыл бұрын

    you are an amazing teacher. thank you!

  • @RichardGingrasPhotography
    @RichardGingrasPhotography3 жыл бұрын

    Great tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

  • @JacobOwensDesigns
    @JacobOwensDesigns5 жыл бұрын

    Just subscribed!!! I'm brand new to this arena yet I'm excited to learn. Fantastic tutorial and you make it easy to digest. Thank you:)

  • @MatthewMundy-du6kp
    @MatthewMundy-du6kp Жыл бұрын

    they were all new thanks bro. Keep em coming

  • @Ms888kat888
    @Ms888kat8886 жыл бұрын

    Bridge to Camera Raw to Photoshop. Thanks for this tutorial; simple but so informative.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, that was my goal!

  • @Sunshineleroy
    @Sunshineleroy6 жыл бұрын

    Again, a very nice tutorial. Yes, I learned a couple of thing Colin, given the way that you teach it. I've used PS since CS3 and LR since ver 3.

  • @photoshopcafe

    @photoshopcafe

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @sengken
    @sengken4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, thanks alot!

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