cut out a portrait and create studio background

[markmoore]

Hello,

Just wondering if anyone has any tips on CS3 to be able to cut out a portrait from a really naff background and place the cut out portrait onto a really cool background.

If anyone knows of any links or tips, that would be appreciated.

Many thanks,

Mark.

[Medley]

Mark,

There are so many ways to go about this, and the best method often depends on the image itself.

Could you perhaps post the image here, or e-mail it to ma at tandemduo280@comcast.net? I'll be happy to look at it and give you my thoughts.

- Joe U.

[valerius]

As Joe says, there are lots of ways depending on the image but most often I find myself using a "reveal all" layer mask. Done that way you can use a soft brush to paint out the background you're trying to get rid of so that you don't get harsh lines. Also if you mess up, which usually happens quite a lot for me, you can just paint back over the mask with a bit of white and try it again.

[markmoore]

thanks Joe, valerius,

I will try that way Valerius.

Joe I will send you one over.

Much appreciated.

Mark.

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