PS2

PHOTOSHOP TRICKS #2 –Focus, Liquify, Retouch.

Instructions
INTRODUCTION:

Learn 4 advanced tasks in Photoshop. For each you might have to take a photo to work with, but each task should be completed in one class. Check the online tutorials for details.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

For all of these tasks keep a copy of the original image on the bottom layer of your file for reference.

  • Tilt Swift or Depth of Field
    • Change the depth of field of your image, to give it the appearance of a miniature
    • This works by creating exaggerated drop-off in depth of field focusing.
    • Use a gradient Alpha Channel to control Depth of field in an image
  • Perspective Lens Correction
    • Adjust distortion in an architectural photo
    • You might have to take a photo you can work with (looking up at a building)
    • Make sure to keep your original for reference!
  • Liquify
    • Add Muscles or distort someone’s face
    • Much of your time will be spent figuring out how to use the tool effectively
    • Create one GOOD image, but save some of your other attempts (mistakes) as well!.
    • Aim to make an image that is still plausible but definitely modified.
  • Retouch (Makeup / Remove Wrinkles)
    • Learn how to clone and draw onto new layers, which allow you to blend results
    • Great for removing parts of an image or for cosmetic fixes
    • Work with MANY layers and save them all.
    • You should have at least 6 layers when done
    • You can always turn them ‘off’ if you do not like the results

Bonus: Create one image where the person looks older, by adding wrinkles, more yellow in eyes / teeth and spots on skin.

SUBMIT

1 Completed image for each task
All source files in one folder for reference
Everything submitted as one folder with you name and block in the folder name.

KEY CRITERIA:
Tilt Swift Focus drop-off exaggerated / or Using Alpha Channel in DOF
Lens Correction Lines Parallel, size corrected
Liquify Result is plausible but strange
Retouch Adjustments and changes on at least 6 or more layers, original intact
How to Guide & Video



Gallery of Samples
Depth of Field / Tilt Swift
Fixing Perspective
Liquify Tool
Retouching
Photoshop Guides (Careful some are older guides – the Videos are more up to date!)