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Posted on 26/01/11 8:21:21 PM |
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sutex
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Two questions
One: How or what is short key for making Render Filters to generate smaller and more details effect? Second: Is it possible to use layer mask on channels(bump maps) for 3D lighting effects ? Thanks for help. |
Posted on 27/01/11 07:57:16 AM |
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Steve Caplin
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Re: Two questions
With the Clouds filter, hold the alt key to produce a tighter effect. As far as I know, that's the only Render filter this works with. You can't add a layer mask to a channel, no - channels don't behave like regular layers in that way. They're really intended for storing selections; it's only incidental that they can be used for bump maps as well. If you're making a design for a bump map, you're best building it as a regular Photoshop layer or series of layers. When you're happy with the way it looks, make a merged copy, then make a new channel and paste it in. Be sure to make a new layer, filled with white, to apply your Lighting Effect to. |
Posted on 27/01/11 11:40:18 AM |
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sutex
Specular Specialist Posts: 157 Reply |
Re: Two questions
Thanks Steve for your quick answer plus extras. I'm grateful. |