Layer Masks and Adjustment Layers

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Table of Contents

Lesson 1: Introduction to Layer Masks
-What is a layer mask?
-Layer mask creation
-Hiding and revealing a layer
-Combining images
-Cloning the cat

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Lesson 2: Introduction to Adjustment Layers
-What are adjustment layers?
-The benefits of using adjustment layers
-Creating an adjustment layer
-Applying an adjustment layer to one layer only
-Using gradient fills on layer masks
-Enlarging the layer mask preview
-Painting directly on the layer mask preview
-Moving and copying a layer mask
-Histogram calculation with adjustment layers
-Desaturating a specific color

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Lesson 3: Advanced Layer Mask Painting Techniques
-Simulating a shallow depth of field
-Creating and using an image map
-Painting with varying opacities
-The dynamics of cumulative painting
-Blending with opacity layering
-Repairing a missed spot

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Lesson 4: Layer Mask Options and Working with Selections
-The layer mask option menu
-Converting a layer mask to a selection
-What is selected?
-Copying a layer mask via selection conversion
-Creating a layer mask from a selection
-Using multiple gradient fills with a layer mask

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