Description
Selections, Masking, and Photo Extractions Part 1 (Photoshop Elements)
The first part of a multiple-class workshop in mastering photo extractions in your digital scrapbooking, photo artistry, and collage pages.
Part 1 is a REPLAY of the LIVE 2-session class to introduce you to the foundations of selections, masking, and extractions.
Conducted in Adobe Photoshop Elements 2023.
***REGISTER FOR THE PHOTOSHOP CLASS HERE***
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
SESSION #1
- Introduction to Photo Extractions the Mindset for creating them.
- Understanding selections: What they are and how they work.
- Create and move Selections, plus convert them to Masks.
- Different approaches for Adding, Subtracting, and Intersecting selections.
- Guidance for using the Refine Edge panel.
- Multiple ways to Test your selections.
- Master the Selection options from the Tools Panel to create extractions.
- How and when to use the Marquee (Rectangular and Elliptical), Lasso (Lasso, Polygonal and Magnetic), and Magic Wand for better selections.
- Add and remove Segments, plus Closing a selection.
- Clever Shortcuts to speed up and make your process more efficient.
SESSION #2
- Guidance for using the Smart Brush Tools,
- Save, Load, Modify, and Copy selections.
- Use the underrated Grow and Similar for more efficient selections.
- Make selections using the Perfect Landscape and Change Background guided edits.
- Tips and tricks for better extractions with Select Subject.
- Use Guided Edits to create artsy Backgrounds for your digital scrapbook pages.
- Incorporate Transform (Skew, Distort, and Warp) tools, Blending Modes, Adjustment Layers, and Masking with your extractions.
- More clever Shortcuts to speed up and make your process more efficient.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- 2 X 1- 1/2 HR Class Sessions REPLAYS in MP4 format.
- Step-by-step demonstration of techniques and processes in Adobe Photoshop.
- Lots of digital scrapbook and photo artistry Examples to support the guided approaches.
- 13-page comprehensive Written Course Content in .pdf format.
- Direct Support via email and/or dedicated Community Facebook Group.
LIVE Class Sessions
- Classes have been recorded via Zoom.
- Recorded sessions are available for IMMEIDATE download in .MP4 format shortly after each LIVE event.
- Watch .mp4 files on your computer using a Media Player or load into iTunes for viewing on Smart Devices.
- Demonstrations for this class are conducted in Adobe Photoshop Elements 2023.
Got Questions?
Email classes@annaaspnesdesigns.com
Joann Dietrich –
that was a lot to take in but one thing I wish is that you would have supplied the photos that you used to extract so that we could practice with.
Anna Aspnes –
These are now part of the class materials. A mix of my photos and links to resources to avoid any copyright infringement. Thanks for the feedback. It matters 🙂
Maggie Tyler (verified owner) –
I completed Part One and am watching Part Two now. When you showed how to use the Smart Brush, I realized I had never used that tool. Thanks for all the suggestions on what to do with that tool. It was very helpful and I have used it several times and am having a lot of fun with it. Great information!
Anna Aspnes –
Love to hear this Maggie. There is nothing better than being able to use what you learn to improve your pages 🙂
nicklen (verified owner) –
I agree with Maggie, I also had never used the smart tool before and I had fun playing with it. I felt that you described all of the tools very well and some new interesting ways to use them to create masks. I have did a lot of extractions over the years and have found my favorite way but it is good to see other options. I learned a few new tips as well, I wish that you would have gone into the refine brush for extracting hair a bit more but you said that you would cover that more in the next class. Overall a very good class
Anna Aspnes –
Always looking for new ways to wield the tools in Photoshop and Elements to the artistry. And yes! I will be doing a deep dive into the different options for dealing with fur and hair in Part 1 of this series.
Lori Smith (verified owner) –
Like many people with various software, I used PSE and extractions in a way that suited my scrapping. Anna covered the basics and also filled gaps in my knowledge so now I have a broader understanding of how and when to use the tools. Great class!
Anna Aspnes –
Always love to get a thumbs up from my resident PSE guru. Excited now to share the next part in the series 🙂
Janet Niles (verified owner) –
Another great class, Anna. I have been doing digital scrapbooking for quite some time but was always a little insecure when it came to extracting. I did it but not with all the knowledge you have given us. I was amazed with all the various ways in which we can extract. Thanks again, for a great resource.
Anna Aspnes –
And there is still MORE to come if you can believe it. We start with the basics and move on from there 🙂
Melissa Thompson (verified owner) –
Very helpful. Found out the main reason I found extractions problematic was I wasn’t using all the tools correctly. Case in point was the elliptical marquee. A lot harder to manage when you’re not using the shift key. Going through both classes again to now to find out what other gems I may have bee missing. Looking forward to the next series
Anna Aspnes –
The details matter. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.
Teresa Schwartz (verified owner) –
Haven’t yet had a chance to view the videos, but I see you’ve made some additions. I’m hoping to get to it this weekend and I know it will be great. Thanks for all you do.
Anna Aspnes –
I hope you enjoy the class. Looking forward to hearing what you think!
Priscilla Stewart (verified owner) –
I saw this class live but plan to rewatch it. I’ve scrapbooked for many years but never knew about the smart brush. I can’t wait to try it out. Love all the new (to me) info. Can’t wait for the next class
Anna Aspnes –
Repetition deepens the impression 🙂
jessie.trotter (verified owner) –
I’ve kind of been out of touch with my scrapbooking lately and was having to re-learn some techniques. This was a great review of things I used to know, but there was so much more that I didn’t realize was available. Thanks for the detailed coverage of those tools. Looking forward to see what happens in the the next class!
Anna Aspnes –
There is nothing quite like a class to kickstart that spark. So glad the class has inspired you.
Maggie Tyler (verified owner) –
I watched both sessions and followed along with everything you did. It takes me a lot longer to go through the videos, but by practicing while you are teaching helps me learn the skill sets and try out new things. I have made several pages using many of the techniques you taught. Just like you do not like the Refine Edge, I have never liked the Lasso Tool. I always felt I did not have enough control using it. I have decided to practice using it and have gotten a little better, but I still don’t like it. Thanks so much for all the good information that I have put to good use!
Anna Aspnes –
There are so many tools in Photoshop and I love that you are trying them all with an open mind to find what works best for you.