For this assignment, you will be using the Cutout/Mask tool to remove the background from an image, with this non-destructive technique.
Right click on the 3 images below and save to your G. Drive
Open each image in Pixlr/e
Make a copy of the image! (turn off original layer)
Use the Cutout/Mask (scissors) tool with the Magic Wand to remove the background.
Find 1 background scene and copy each of the 3 images to your chosen background. Adjust size as needed.
General rule: Do NOT stretch images bigger!
Suggested background size: 1200-1600 pixels wide
Add 2 of your own custom cutout images to your scene.
Try to find images with a solid color background.
Rename your layers appropriately!
See video below for more help!
Make sure your new layers (cutouts) are renamed!
Make a copy of each new layer (cutout images)
Re-name new layers (i.e. hawk edit 1, flower edit 1,...)
Turn off the (visibility) of the original cutouts
Experiment with:
Layer Blend mode
Layer Opacity
Adjustments
Filters
Collapse your Navigation and History toolbars, so I can see all of your layers when you screenshot your final design.
File name: Initials-clipmask1
Have fun with your design!