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Post by Sepiana on Jun 3, 2016 23:53:57 GMT
- NOTE: Click on image for larger size.
Hi everyone,
I created an action (.atn file) to transform an image into a color sketch. Feel free to download it and give it a try. I tested this action in PSE 7, 10, 11 and above. It worked just fine. I believe the same will hold true for PSE 8 and 9.
If you have PSE 11 and above, load the .atn file via either the Actions panel or the Effects panel.
 
If you have PSE 7 through 10, you need to install this action so that it can be accessed via the Action Player (Guided Edit>Automated Actions>Action Player).
Windows: C:\ProgramData\Adobe\Photoshop Elements\x.x\Locale\en_us (or your locale)\Workflow Panels\actions
Mac: Hard Drive>Library>Application Support>Adobe>Photoshop Elements>x.x>Locale>en_us (or your locale)>Workflow Panels>actions
NOTE:
The results will vary depending on the nature and size of your image. I tested different sizes (in pixel dimensions). The best results were obtained when using images of about 2000 px and above on the shortest side.
UPDATE:
This latest version includes a blank layer to allow the user to add a texture of his/her choice.
This action is now called . . . Sepiana-Fotofrank’s Color Sketch. fotofrank 's expert help with the recording of this action raised it not just another level but several levels. So, giving credit where credit is due. Thank you, Frank! I owe you one.
Sepiana-Fotofranks Color Sketch.zip (1.29 KB) |
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Post by jackscrap on Jun 4, 2016 11:45:12 GMT
Sepiana, you are such a gem! Thankyou for this action, looking forward to trying it out on a few of my images.
Jacki.
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Post by mrkrnbrd on Jun 4, 2016 14:01:08 GMT
Thanks for this Sepiana - snagged! Here are my 1st before & After: Mark   |
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Post by Lillias on Jun 4, 2016 16:33:44 GMT
Thank you for this Sepiana. Look forward to trying it...
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Post by Sepiana on Jun 4, 2016 16:38:27 GMT
Jacki - You are most welcome! Looking forward to seeing your sketches. BTW, I am the one who should be thanking you for the kind words.
Mark - Glad you snagged this action and already put it to good use. I really like your creation! You got the right image for this kind of effect.
BillieJean - You are most welcome! I would love to see what you come up with. |
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Post by Lillias on Jun 4, 2016 17:42:31 GMT
This is my first try with Sepianas Colour Sketch Action... Original photo from pixabay is on the left. BG Paper from ‘Soul Mates’ kit by Daisytrail Dancers from ‘Graceful Dancer’ kit by Daisytrail Click on the image for a larger size.  |
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Post by Sepiana on Jun 5, 2016 16:55:37 GMT
BillieJean,
You really got into the action! Beautiful sketch effect! It makes me want to dance.
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Post by Lillias on Jun 5, 2016 19:52:38 GMT
Thank you for your kind comments Sepiana...It was fun.
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Post by hmca on Jun 5, 2016 23:03:42 GMT
Thanks, Sepiania. Gave this a try....added the sandstone texture at the end.  |
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Post by Sepiana on Jun 6, 2016 2:32:28 GMT
Helen, you nailed this sketch effect. This is the kind of image this action "likes". You chose the perfect image!
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Post by jackscrap on Jun 7, 2016 4:07:11 GMT
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Post by jackscrap on Jun 7, 2016 4:27:15 GMT
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Post by Sepiana on Jun 8, 2016 1:02:39 GMT
Jacki,
Great job! The muted colors in the first image really enhance the sketch effect. Running the second image through Topaz Impression was brilliant. |
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Post by rapata on Jun 8, 2016 17:11:58 GMT
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Post by cats4jan on Jun 8, 2016 17:15:12 GMT
Those look so good. I especially like the ones with the buildings. This is a great effect.
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