Clever Trick to Cut Out an Image in Photoshop
TLDRIn this tutorial, the host demonstrates a professional technique for cutting out an image in Photoshop, specifically addressing common issues like fringing and loss of detail. The process starts with the Quick Selection Tool and the 'Select Subject' feature for an initial selection. Refinement is achieved through 'Select and Mask' with the 'Refine Edge Brush' tool, focusing on areas where the sky is visible behind the subject. The tutorial then delves into advanced techniques, such as decontaminating colors, feathering, and contrast adjustments, to create a clean and detailed selection. To correct color issues on the edges of the leaves, a Hue/Saturation adjustment layer is used. The video also shows how to enhance details by inverting a layer mask and using a Solid Color adjustment layer. The host concludes by illustrating how to match the edges of the selection with a new background, providing a natural and realistic result. The summary emphasizes the importance of practice in mastering selection techniques for various Photoshop effects.
Takeaways
- 🖼️ Use the Quick Selection Tool and 'Select Subject' to make an initial selection of the image.
- 🎨 Press 'Q' to better view the selection and refine it with 'Select and Mask' and the 'Refine Edge Brush'.
- 🚫 Avoid using the 'Decontaminate Colors' option as it can introduce artifacts and poor results.
- 🌿 Check the mask with a black and white view to ensure all areas are correctly included in the selection.
- 💧 Address color issues on leaf edges by using a Hue/Saturation adjustment layer to match leaf colors.
- 🔍 Zoom in closely to target and adjust specific problematic color areas like cyan fringing.
- ➕ Duplicate the layer for further refinement and rename it for clarity.
- 🌈 Add a Solid Color adjustment layer to use as a background check for the selection.
- ⭐️ Invert the layer mask and clip it to enhance the edges of the selection.
- 🔄 Reload the selection from the layer mask to contract it by a pixel or two for better precision.
- 🌳 Hold Ctrl and click on the layer mask to bring back the selection of the tree for further adjustments.
- 🖌️ Double click the Solid Color adjustment layer to easily change the color of the edges to match a new sky.
Q & A
What is the main issue with the initial result of removing the background from an image?
-The main issue is the presence of bluish fringing on the leaves and the edges of the leaves being brighter, which also results in a loss of details.
Which tool in Photoshop is used as the first step to select the subject in the image?
-The Quick Selection Tool with the 'Select Subject' button is used as the first step.
How does pressing 'Q' on the keyboard help in refining the selection?
-Pressing 'Q' allows you to see the selection better and identify areas that need refinement.
What is the purpose of using the 'Refine Edge Brush' tool in the selection process?
-The 'Refine Edge Brush' tool is used to brush over areas where the sky is still visible behind the leaves, making the selection process easier and resulting in a better mask.
Why is it important to check the masking with the 'Black and White' view?
-Checking the masking with the 'Black and White' view helps to identify and fill in any areas that should be included in the selection but might have been missed.
What is the 'decontaminate colors' option and why should it be disabled?
-The 'decontaminate colors' option attempts to remove color fringes from the selection, but it can introduce artifacts and make the selection look unnatural. It should be disabled for a better selection result.
How does adding a 'Hue/Saturation' adjustment layer help in solving color issues on the edges of the leaves?
-A 'Hue/Saturation' adjustment layer allows you to target and adjust the problematic color, such as the aqua color on the edges of the leaves, to match the color of the leaves and make the selection look more natural.
What is the trick to bring back some details in the leaves for a better cut out?
-The trick involves holding down Ctrl and clicking on the layer mask to reload the selection, which contracts the selection by one or two pixels, and then creating a solid color adjustment layer to enhance the edges of the original selection.
How can the color of the edges be changed to match a new sky in the image?
-By double-clicking the solid color adjustment layer and choosing a color that matches the new sky, you can easily change the color of the edges to blend seamlessly with the new environment.
What is the benefit of using a 'Solid Color' adjustment layer in the process of cutting out an image?
-A 'Solid Color' adjustment layer allows you to control the color and visibility of the edges, making it easier to adjust and match the selection with different backgrounds or skies.
Why is it recommended to practice working with selections in Photoshop?
-Practicing with selections helps to improve the skill of creating realistic and natural-looking edits, which is essential for advanced techniques like blurring backgrounds or changing the environment of an image.
How can one subscribe to learn more tricks like the ones demonstrated in the script?
-The viewer is encouraged to subscribe to the channel for more tutorials and tricks on advanced Photoshop techniques.
Outlines
🖼️ Background Removal and Selection Techniques in Photoshop
The first paragraph introduces a common issue encountered when removing backgrounds from images in Photoshop. It explains that a simple removal can result in fringing, loss of detail, and unwanted brightness around the edges. The paragraph then contrasts this with a professional technique that eliminates fringing and preserves details. The process involves using the Quick Selection Tool, the Select Subject feature, and refining the selection with the Select and Mask option. It also covers the use of a 'Refine Edge Brush' and checking the mask with black and white view. The paragraph advises against using the 'decontaminate colors' option, as it can produce artifacts. Instead, it suggests using a feather and contrast adjustment and placing the selection as a layer mask. Finally, it hints at a professional method to address color issues on the edges of the leaves by using a Hue/Saturation adjustment layer.
🌴 Advanced Techniques for Natural-Looking Selections and Sky Replacement
The second paragraph delves into advanced techniques for refining selections and changing the background of an image, specifically focusing on a palm tree. It describes how to enhance the edges of the selection by duplicating the layer and inverting a solid color adjustment layer clipped to it. The paragraph also explains how to correct color issues on the edges of the leaves by using a Hue/Saturation adjustment layer targeted to the problematic colors. Furthermore, it demonstrates how to bring back lost details in the leaves by loading the layer mask selection and creating a new solid color adjustment layer. The summary also includes a step-by-step guide on how to change the color of the edges to match a new sky, emphasizing the flexibility and control offered by this method. The paragraph concludes by encouraging practice and provides a call to action to subscribe for more such tutorials.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Quick Selection Tool
💡Select Subject
💡Refine Edge Brush
💡Masking
💡Decontaminate Colors
💡Feather
💡Layer Mask
💡Hue/Saturation Adjustment Layer
💡Clipping Mask
💡Selection Contraction
💡Solid Color Adjustment Layer
Highlights
A clever trick for cutting out an image in Photoshop is presented to avoid fringing and improve edge details.
Using the Quick Selection Tool and 'Select Subject' button can quickly create an initial selection.
Refining the selection with 'Select and Mask' and the 'Refine Edge Brush' improves the mask quality.
Checking the mask with black and white view helps to identify areas that need adjustment.
Disabling the 'Decontaminate Colors' option prevents unwanted artifacts.
Adding a 'Hue/Saturation' adjustment layer can correct color issues on the edges of the leaves.
Clipping the 'Hue/Saturation' layer ensures it only affects the layer below.
Reloading the selection from a layer mask contracts the selection by one or two pixels.
Inverting the layer mask enhances the edges of the original selection.
Grouping and renaming layers helps to organize the steps between beginner and pro methods.
The pro method brings back more details and makes the image look more natural and realistic.
Changing the color of the edges can be easily done by double-clicking the 'Solid Color' layer.
Customizing the color, saturation, and brightness of the edges allows for better matching with the new sky.
Practicing with selections is crucial for achieving realistic effects in Photoshop.
Additional techniques, such as blurring backgrounds, may require further practice and refinement.
The presenter, Kristy, encourages viewers to subscribe for more tricks like this in the future.