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Post by Tpgettys on Dec 30, 2018 3:32:52 GMT
Perhaps you are aware that there are several blend modes that can be used with layers.
I just happened on this video made by DigitalDesigners and learned that there are two more blend modes that exist in Brushes: Behind and ClearAs far as I was able to determine, these are not even mentioned in "The Missing Manual" by Barbara Brundage, so this was a big reveal for me and wanted to share it with you.
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Post by srmoment on Dec 30, 2018 4:21:27 GMT
Who Knew!!! Thanks for the tip Tom. Yet another weapon to add to one's creative arsenal!
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Post by moss on Dec 30, 2018 8:42:53 GMT
Thank you Tom, I have read and watched so many tutorials but have never seen a reference to these two modes before. I will certainly be checking them out, thanks for the tip.
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Post by ritage on Dec 30, 2018 17:15:42 GMT
Tom, I don't know how long these brush modes have been in Elements. They have been PS for a long time, and I never use them.
The Behind Mode does what you would normally do on separate layers, but deprives you of the versatility of layers. Once finished it's set in concrete. If it is not quite what you had in mind you have to start over.
The Clear Mode does the same as the Eraser does if used with the same brush, but not as thoroughly unless the brush used has 100% opacity.
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Post by Sepiana on Dec 30, 2018 18:27:23 GMT
Tom, I don't know how long these brush modes have been in Elements. They have been PS for a long time, and I never use them.
Rita, I don't remember having ever used these two brush modes either. They have been in Elements since at least version 7, the earliest version I have. (I no longer have version 4 to check.)
They are discussed in the Help file . . .
Source: Photoshop Elements painting overview -- About blending modes |
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Post by PeteB on Dec 30, 2018 18:53:09 GMT
Thanks Tom for the information on the two blend modes. I did some checking (in Elements) and discovered that the Behind mode is also available in the Clone Stamp; Pattern Stamp; Paint Bucket; the Pencil and the Gradient Tool. The Paint Bucket and the Pencil also have the Clear mode available. For me, the Gradient and the Pattern Stamp seem promising  Thanks again. |
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Post by Tpgettys on Dec 30, 2018 19:01:32 GMT
Thanks Tom for the information on the two blend modes. I did some checking (in Elements) and discovered that the Behind mode is also available in the Clone Stamp; Pattern Stamp; Paint Bucket; the Pencil and the Gradient Tool. The Paint Bucket and the Pencil also have the Clear mode available. For me, the Gradient and the Pattern Stamp seem promising Thanks again. Great sluthing Pete! I suspected these modes might appear in some other tool, but wasn’t sure how to figure it out. This is very helpful information! |
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Post by Bailey on Dec 30, 2018 19:29:55 GMT
Tom, I don't know how long these brush modes have been in Elements. They have been PS for a long time, and I never use them.
The Behind Mode does what you would normally do on separate layers, but deprives you of the versatility of layers. Once finished it's set in concrete. If it is not quite what you had in mind you have to start over.
The Clear Mode does the same as the Eraser does if used with the same brush, but not as thoroughly unless the brush used has 100% opacity.
Rita Hi ritage, I agree. I also prefer to use layers and the eraser for the same reasons. |
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Post by Sepiana on Dec 30, 2018 19:54:02 GMT
I did some checking (in Elements) and discovered that the Behind mode is also available in the Clone Stamp; Pattern Stamp; Paint Bucket; the Pencil and the Gradient Tool. The Paint Bucket and the Pencil also have the Clear mode available. Pete, you have taught me something new. Thanks a lot! Living and learning! |
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