Layer Mask Gradient
by Linda Sattgast
A layer mask by itself is pretty amazing, but when you add a gradient, it gets even better.
In this tutorial we’ll use a gradient mask with a photo to create a fun card.
Skills practiced and learned in this video:
- choosing a color to match a photo
- creating a layer mask
- applying a gradient to a layer mask
- adjusting color with a Hue/Saturation Adjustment layer
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3 Responses
Karen C.
Thank you! I’ve use gradients before, but not in this way. You made it so easy, thanks!
Wendy Bellino
This is so helpful! I can envision so many ideas to use this technique with. Thanks for sharing!
Linda Sattgast
Glad you liked it, Wendy!