Wk 6 using Photoshop

Saving to the web, save in SRGB.

When viewing or changing the size of a file, Interpolation will loose quality the larger you make the file. Choose the lower option.

Burning and Dodging

Main disadvantage of using Photoshop is that it destroys pixels

First thing to do is take the colour sample tool (Windows Info Toolbox) to check the colours.

Create a new layer, Edit Fill, 50% grey, opacity 100%. Use paintbrush or dodge and burn tool.

Exposure 10%. This will lighted objects in the image.

Sharpening

Increase the contrast in between the pixels

Duplicated the layer we are working on

Filter, other, high pass, 1.5 pixel

Layer (above layer option) - soft light

Shallow depth of field

Raw processed.

Add layer mask, reveal all, gradient tool, create gradient then turn OFF mask buy clicking on it.

Select filter, blur, lens blur,

Layer mask the source. blur 107

Create manipulation

Duplicate existing layer, Image, adjustments , Hue and saturation, increase saturation of green

Paintbrush, paint with white on green areas

Changing to black and white

Layer, new adjustment layer, black and white (option to sepia aswell)

Bringing colour to black and white

Change the colour to both black and use paintbrush to bring up colour

Using Helga camera for final folio

An idea for taking photographs this week. I would choose a train line from the CBD and stop at every station to take photos of anything that appeals to me. Eventually this will emphasise the difference in culture and society.