Adobe Photoshop Basics

Download this zip file for all the images you need to complete the exercises for Lesson 8. (Mac users can use Aladdin's free Stuffit Expander to extract the zip file.)

Exercise Six - Clone Tool

Practice Image: scratched.jpg

By now you should be getting quite familiar with using the clone stamp tool. See if you can remove the scratch from this image using the clone and retouching tools.

Tips:

1. Use the darken mode of the stamp tool.
2. Work on a new layer in case you make a mistake.

Exercise Seven - Blur Tool

Practice Image: freckles.jpg

Before

After:

Practice using the blur tool to tone down the freckles and shine on this face.

Tips:

1. Use lighten mode on the blur tool to minimize the freckles without overdoing it.
2. Use darken mode to tone down the shiny spots.
3. Steer clear of detail areas like eyes, eyebrows, and dimples.
4. Use the smudge tool to smooth out the lipstick highlight.

Next > Exercise Eight