by Leslie Nicole | Mar 31, 2011 | Using Textures
Sure, we all use the Multiply, Overlay, Soft Light and maybe even Hard Light blend modes all the time. Here’s an example of how one of the lesser used blend modes can save you masking time. I photographed this sprig of Ornamental Quince against a black...
by Leslie Nicole | Mar 29, 2011 | Before & After
For a more detailed tutorial using Photoshop, click here The Original Image This is my original photograph with minimal processing done in Lightroom. Add a Texture Image with French Kiss Texture, Flower Garden. The Final Image With Filters Detailed Views Textured...
by Leslie Nicole | Mar 29, 2011 | Tutorials
The quick view Before & After of this image is here This will be a more advanced demonstration using Photoshop CS5. I’m going to assume that you already know how to use layer masks, blend modes, adjustment layers and adjustment layers with clipping masks. If...
by Leslie Nicole | Mar 24, 2011 | Featured Art, Your Work
I love this piece by Anna. She delicately uses textures to fulfill her artistic voice. Anna Explains How It Was Made In Paint Shop Pro, I first created an HDR version, using photos developed from one RAW image with different exposures. A little more tweaking,...
by Leslie Nicole | Mar 23, 2011 | Before & After
Often, all you need is a little kiss of texture. In this case, less is more. This is an Edge of Gold Dahlia from my garden photographed with vintage satin curtains as a backdrop. Original Image Although the image is already rich, the slight texture gives it more...