Layer Masks - the secret of the Universe

Yes, they are that important!

Well almost...

Layers are life changing but layer masks are epoch-changing.

Most of what we do in Photoshop can only realistically be done by using layers... but without layer masks, layers on their own are effectively rendered impotent.

Masks allow you to apply changes to specific regions of your image. You can fine-tune your adjustments to specific parts of your photo, even down to a single pixel if necessary.

Working with layers in conjunction with masks, you will obtain the greatest control over your images (whilst at the same time achieving perfect harmony with the universe)

I do recommend that as soon as you've finished watching this tutorial, you haul yourself straight over to Photoshop and have a go yourself, while it is still fresh in your memory.

30 DAYS OF PHOTOSHOP

This is free to anyone who wants to watch and if you are one of those photographer’s who has yet to explore Photoshop’s extraordinary capabilities… you will love this.

Watch the 30 Days of Photoshop at phototeacher.blog

Hampshire School of Photography: hampshirephotoschool.com

Hampshire School of Photography is based in Fleet, Hampshire, on the border with Berkshire and Surrey.

Its wide ranging curriculum teaches photography to enthusiasts at all levels; from complete beginners and advanced amateurs, through to those who want to go professional.

It does this through courses, workshops and year-long Masterclasses that provide solid foundations in amongst other things: photography theory, portrait & landscape photography, working with flash, macro photography and editing in Lightroom and Photoshop