From Selection to Mask: Efficient way to convert selections directly into editable masks for seamless workflow.
Manual Mask Refinement: Using brush tools and keyboard shortcuts gives you hands-on control over mask adjustments.
Reusing Masks: Copying and linking masks streamlines workflow when dealing with similar elements across multiple layers.
Group-Level Masking: Applying a single mask to a group enables consistent hiding or revealing across a merged set of layers.
Creative Mask Options: Using vector shapes and adjustment layers deepens control and flexibility in compositing tasks.
Demonstrate your ability to create and refine layer masks by producing a final composite that includes both your finished artwork and supporting evidence of your workflow.
Using the techniques from the “Create & Use Layer Masks” tutorial, produce a composition that showcases your masking skills.
You may use the images provided by your teacher or choose your own images.
Whichever images you use, apply the same skills:
Convert a selection into a mask
Refine the mask (using Select and Mask)
Edit the mask manually with the brush tool
The final artwork (polished and creative).
Small versions of the original images used in the composition.
A screenshot of your Layers panel, showing clearly named layers and masks.
✅ Final artwork looks clean and professional, with no harsh or jagged mask edges.
✅ Original images are visible in smaller form, proving what you started with.
✅ Layers panel screenshot shows proper use of masks and meaningful layer names.
✅ Composition demonstrates at least three mask-related skills (selection-to-mask, refinement, manual brush edits).