Photoshop Effects
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Objective
I can experiment with different Photoshop effects to create a unique image.
Part 1 of 3
Warm-up video
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Part 2 of 3
Practice
7 questions
What is the purpose of rasterizing a text layer in Photoshop, and why might you do it before applying certain effects?
Explain how using a clipping mask can help you apply an effect to only a specific part of an image.
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe how you would use the stroke and outer glow effects in Photoshop to make a title for a poster about space exploration. Include specific details about the colors and sizes you would choose for each effect. Explain how you could combine a clipping mask and the Gaussian Blur filter to create a soft, blurred background behind a sharp image of a basketball. Imagine you want to create a sunset effect on a photo using a gradient on a layer mask. Describe the colors you would use in your gradient and how you would adjust the gradient to achieve the desired effect.”
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