Photoshop for Designers: Filters

Teaches designers how to maximize the potential of filters with use of Smart Objects, blending modes, and filter masks.Filters are a part of Adobe Photoshop often misused or overlooked by designers. Author Nigel French teaches a creative approach to filters, explaining how to combine them both with other filters and with the Photoshop masking and blending tools for maximum visual impact. Plus, learn how to use filter blending modes, filter masks, and how to stack filters to create unique filter combinations. Topics include: Understanding the importance of Smart Filters Sharpening with filters Creative use of filter blend modes Painting in the effect of a filter using filter masks Combining filters