Photoshop Layers & Masks for Beginners

– by Kate Silvia

Discover how professional photographers make precise adjustments with Photoshop Layers & Masks using a non-destructive workflow for landscape photography.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED

Instant access to streaming video tutorial for 1 year.
9 teaching videos for nature photographers who want learn to use layers and masks to build an incredible portfolio.
2+ Hours of video content – explanations, examples, workflow, case studies.
In-depth explanation of the step-by-step process pros use to harness the power of Photoshop Layers & Masks for jaw-dropping landscape photos.
5 Case Studies & Practice Files provide an in-depth look at the software and techniques used for creating a powerful non-destructive workflow in Photoshop.

SOFTWARE REQUIREMENT

Compatible with: Photoshop CC 2019 and higher, Lightroom Classic 2019 and higher, Topaz Studio 2 Version 2.2.0 and NIK Color Efex Pro 4.
Video Created with: Photoshop 2020 Version 21.1.0, Lightroom Classic 9.2, Topaz Studio 2 Version 2.2.0 and NIK Color Efex Pro 4.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

Discover the non-destructive workflow for nature photography using Photoshop Layers & Masks.
Learn how pros use Photoshop to create stunning landscape photos with incredible details, vibrant colors and soft tones.
Push beyond simple processing to create natural-looking high dynamic range landscape photos.
Master techniques to make precise local adjustments for landscape photography using Photoshop Masks.
Explore techniques to add creative flare to your landscape photography by adding textures & overlays to your photos.
Gain a clear understanding of Photoshop Layers & Masks using real-life case studies in our straight-forward, non-technical lessons.

How do I know if this Photoshop Tutorial is for me?

This tutorial is for you if:

You have a basic knowledge of RAW processing in Lightroom or Photoshop.
You have a basic knowledge of image adjustments and tools available in Photoshop.
You want to learn about making non-destructive local adjustment for landscape photography.
You want to create natural-looking high dynamic range photos using Photoshop Layers & Masks.
You want to learn to merge multiple images, add textures, manage colors and tones, and much more in Photoshop.

This tutorial might not be the right fit if:

You are just getting started in post processing. If you don’t know how to use Lightroom or Photoshop, you may want to find out more before you start this course.
You want to learn the basics. You’ll get the most from this course if you have some knowledge of Photoshop.
You want to explore advanced concepts such as luminosity masking and creating complex Photoshop Layer Masks. This course is not for beginners.
If you want to learn about camera settings including exposure, focus, and composition. This course is focused on post-processing only.

About Photoshop Layers & Mask for Beginners

Photoshop layers and masks can seem complicated to apply, and difficult to understand… and we often hear students ask, “Do I really need them?” I’m here to show you, not only how easily you can get started, but how valuable these tools are as you embark on your artistic journey as a photographer. Layers and masks will bring your images to a whole new level. Once you get comfortable with this program, you’ll be like a kid in a candy store with endless opportunities. I’ve been teaching Photoshop layers for years. One of the most consistent comments I hear from students is how well I break down the complicated into simple, easy to understand steps. I hope you enjoy this series.

Here are some of the case-studies included in this Photoshop Layers & Masks for Beginners tutorial: